The Begining

I have made a huge discovery today and I mean huge. I am now currently 50 pounds heavier then I was in 2004. 50 freaking pounds - that is more then my 3 year old daughter that I had in 2004. I have gained more weight then she has in these past 3 years.

A lot has happened. I have been diagnosed with Bi-Polar and depression and I am insomniac. I am also an emotional eater. Not a good combination.:biggrin: I saw my psychiatrist on April 18th. The medications I am on cause weight gain and he and I both knew that. I didn’t figure in the 50 pound part. He actually suggested the lap band.

And so I begin the new journey and working on the new me. :rolleyes2:

I called my insurance company BCBS Blue Care of NC. They did cover the surgery. I just need to meet some requirements, which I believed I did. I contacted Dr. Enochs office (that is who my psychiatrist) recommended. I went to a seminar Thursday, April 24 and learned about the Lap band. I was told that I need a 5 year weight history and they need to verify my insurance.

That is where I am today. I will keep posted.:blushing:

Sincerely hope that you can get over your bi-polar depression.

My eldest cousin didn't manage to - unfortunately. And I pray that you have success with your treatment. Depression just creeps up on anyone and at anytime.

Sounds like you are on the right track now! It is amazing how the weight creeps up, isn't it? Best of luck!