WLS Life

I’m a tough stick.” I always warn anyone drawing my blood that it won’t be easy. It rarely is. Today, I tried to lessen their pain (and mine) by making it as easy as possible for them. I made sure that I was well-hydrated and that I ate a good breakfast. I picked an early appointment so flaking out was not an option. I’m finally not anemic, and I checked all the other boxes to be eligible to donate blood. It was time to make a payment on this non-repayable debt. You see, a blood donation saved my life. Let...

I wanted to see if medication-assisted weight loss was right for me after regaining 60 of the 150 pounds that I lost.  I tried two direct-to-consumer telemedicine programs and consulting with my primary care physician.  What’s best for you will depend on your circumstances, your finances, your insurance coverage, you relationship with your doctor, and what motivates you.  One program stood out above the rest to me.

There are a few things that you will need for the hospital (and many more things that you don't).

Here are some tips to make homecoming day and the days after smooth sailing.