Kaity's transition so far -

Northern Star Girl · August 08, 2018, 09:59:23 PM

Quote from: kaitylynn on August 08, 2018, 07:38:02 PM
Getting excited for my BA pre-op appointment Tuesday. A few short weeks later and I will be on the table. It was a few months off a few days ago...or at least it feels that way.

@kaitylynn
This is very exciting news that you reported... please give us an update when you know something more after your appointment.... all of your followers and readers will be looking forward to hearing your report.
We are all rooting for you... we are your biggest fans.

Hugs and well wishes,
Danielle

HappyMoni · August 08, 2018, 11:08:42 PM

Kaity,
So glad you have such good support at work. Will be rooting for you to have a smooth surgery. Expect you will enjoy making mountains out of mole hills. lol

pamelatransuk · August 09, 2018, 05:39:10 AM

Kaity

I will be thinking of you on 14th and I hope you are able to clarify any points you have.

Wishing you good luck.

Hugs

Pamela

kaitylynn · August 11, 2018, 02:20:33 PM

Speed bump...my company did not negotiate with me in mind and there is a clause denying just about everything trans care related, listing it all as cosmetic. Now I am going to have to work through my HR department to see if we can modify our coverage through CIGNA or I will have to shift to another plan like Kaiser. It is not a road block, just a set back. We are a pretty big account and all along I was told that this would not be happening...only to have it happen. Anyway, plans are now on hold till it is all sorted through.

Northern Star Girl · August 11, 2018, 07:32:01 PM

Quote from: kaitylynn on August 11, 2018, 02:20:33 PM
Speed bump...my company did not negotiate with me in mind and there is a clause denying just about everything trans care related, listing it all as cosmetic. Now I am going to have to work through my HR department to see if we can modify our coverage through CIGNA or I will have to shift to another plan like Kaiser. It is not a road block, just a set back. We are a pretty big account and all along I was told that this would not be happening...only to have it happen. Anyway, plans are now on hold till it is all sorted through.

@kaitylynn
Like you stated.... this is a speed bump, hopefully things settle down and then you can think clearly about solutions and alternatives and how to turn this into a positive.

I will be looking for your future updates regarding this set back... meanwhile we are all eagerly awaiting your report about your BA consultation coming up in a few days on Tuesday Aug 14th.

Hugs and well wishes,
Danielle

JudiBlueEyes · August 11, 2018, 07:49:47 PM

Kaity, I'm sorry to hear of the insurance issue but it appears it will be fixed. Your pre-op date is fast arriving (yeah), and then the big day! Best of luck.
Judi

kaitylynn · August 11, 2018, 08:33:37 PM

Will know more Monday regarding my companies ability to adjust the plan. We are a pretty big client and I believe we are self funded. I cancelled the appt for Tuesday as it will not be resolved by then anyway, but we still have the 27th on. I really want to work with this surgeon as his work is awesome! If it cannot be made to happen by the 27th, then it will have to wait until next year. Again, it is just a delay and not a stopping point.

Northern Star Girl · August 11, 2018, 10:59:34 PM

Quote from: kaitylynn on August 11, 2018, 08:33:37 PM
Will know more Monday regarding my companies ability to adjust the plan. We are a pretty big client and I believe we are self funded. I cancelled the appt for Tuesday as it will not be resolved by then anyway, but we still have the 27th on. I really want to work with this surgeon as his work is awesome! If it cannot be made to happen by the 27th, then it will have to wait until next year. Again, it is just a delay and not a stopping point.

@kaitylynn
We all have our fingers crossed for you.... oh, so sorry to hear that you cancelled your your Tuesday appointment... I really hope that things progress sooner instead of later for you.

Please keep us all updated... we are your biggest fans.
Hugs,
Danielle

pamelatransuk · August 13, 2018, 04:01:05 AM

Sorry to hear Katie that you had to cancel Tuesday appointment.

I hope you are able to sort out today and that you will be able to proceed with both appointments in August.

Hugs

Pamela

kaitylynn · August 13, 2018, 05:55:16 PM

Quote from: pamelatransuk on August 13, 2018, 04:01:05 AM
Sorry to hear Katie that you had to cancel Tuesday appointment.

I hope you are able to sort out today and that you will be able to proceed with both appointments in August.

Hugs

Pamela

So it is back on for tomorrow, just a slightly different approach. Insurance is going to take a a bit of work so Heather and I have chosen to pay cash for now and then seek reimbursement once insurance catches up. Preop is on for 1015 tomorrow, Sebrina...my youngest is coming with me. Surgery date is the 27th of this month so things are happening quickly.

Thank you everyone for your support...this is truly a nerve racking and it is really about time to be done already!!!

Northern Star Girl · August 13, 2018, 05:58:34 PM

Quote from: kaitylynn on August 13, 2018, 05:55:16 PM
So it is back on for tomorrow, just a slightly different approach. Insurance is going to take a a bit of work so Heather and I have chosen to pay cash for now and then seek reimbursement once insurance catches up. Preop is on for 1015 tomorrow, Sebrina...my youngest is coming with me. Surgery date is the 27th of this month so things are happening quickly.

Thank you everyone for your support...this is truly a nerve racking and it is really about time to be done already!!!

@kaitylynn
This is such great news, it just goes to show that one day can change everything. ... So anyway, I have marked August 27th, a Monday, on my calendar... I will be closely following your thread for any and all updates.

Again, this is such great news, i am so happy for you.
Hugs and well wishes,
Danielle

kaitylynn · August 13, 2018, 06:08:33 PM

Thank you Danielle! I know I am hit or miss with posting and such. I will try to be better

pamelatransuk · August 14, 2018, 04:57:00 AM

Excellent, Katie.

I am thinking of you today and hoping all goes well.

Pamela xx

kaitylynn · August 14, 2018, 08:52:55 AM

Thank you Pamela! Super excited. My daughter will be there and Heather has a break between classes, so she will be too. I was hoping for a few extra sets of eyes...so I do not end up Dolly Parton style

kaitylynn · August 14, 2018, 04:16:48 PM

Preop done. Implants selected, 650cc high profile round memory gel. We discussed both teardrop and round and selected round. He said there is enough there through HRT that it is really an augment and not a construction. I just got an education in augmentology!

So it is just a matter of blood work and ekg PRE and then a short week and a half till the 27th. I have never worn forms so had always just imagined what my boobs would look like. Having the prosthetic sizing bra on gave me a crazy awesome perspective, especially profile!

I am really excited. This feels like it will be a big deal in so many ways.

Northern Star Girl · August 14, 2018, 04:19:28 PM

Quote from: kaitylynn on August 14, 2018, 04:16:48 PM
Preop done. Implants selected, 650cc high profile round memory gel. We discussed both teardrop and round and selected round. He said there is enough there through HRT that it is really an augment and not a construction. I just got an education in augmentology!

So it is just a matter of blood work and ekg PRE and then a short week and a half till the 27th. I have never worn forms so had always just imagined what my boobs would look like. Having the prosthetic sizing bra on gave me a crazy awesome perspective, especially profile!

I am really excited. This feels like it will be a big deal in so many ways.

@kaitylynn
Dear Kaity:
You have every reason to be very excited.... it is indeed a big deal.

So, is the actual surgery date confirmed for and still on Aug 27th???
We will all especially be thinking of you on that day!!!
Hugs and well wishes,
Danielle

kaitylynn · August 14, 2018, 04:35:39 PM

Yes, surgery is set for the 27th at 9:45.

pamelatransuk · August 15, 2018, 04:00:37 AM

Kaity

I am so pleased it was such a success yesterday.

I shall be thinking of you on 27th of course!

Hugs

Pamela

kaitylynn · August 18, 2018, 09:34:50 PM

Am now a blood draw and EKG away from my BA procedure. After those two things, the rest is just waiting for the week. Uuuugh, this week is going to drag on!!!!

Crazy amount of emotion rampaging through me, elation one minute grrrrr the next but this is happening and I just need to get through the jitters. Anxious about being put under, a virgin here...

kaitylynn · August 23, 2018, 10:35:46 PM

Everything preop is finished. Heather and I will be at the surgical center at 8:15am, Monday! I have one more work day...kind of glad as it keeps my mind busy and then a weekend with family and friends. I can say that I have a lot of emotional energy flowing around right now and I am really looking forward to waking up after the procedure is complete

Thank you everyone for your support, kind words and love. An incredible journey we share!

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