Hi, I'm Shanitha. I am 33, single, childless, and ready to shed 100+ lbs. I was looking at the sleeve but my insurance won't cover it. Didn't want the bypass b/c didn't want things rerouted. In addition to the sleep apnea I've developed, I have lupus, fibromyalgia, and pulmonary hypertension...taking various meds have helped pack.on the pounds and I hurt too much to exercise like I should. Basically, I'm tired of being the fat girl and want to experience life on the healthier, slimmer side. Here to be a sponge and soak up all helpful info!

Welcome Shanitha! You've come to the right place to soak up knowledge. I'm glad you're doing that.

The more you learn before surgery, the easier it will be to understand after surgery.

You'll also find a lot of inspiration and some good old joking around.

Post often and ask questions.

Best wishes on your journey!

I wish I was beginning this journey at 33! Smart woman. I haven't gotten my band yet but can't wait. But I am 15yrs behind you so I'll have to catch up and make up for lost time.

Ready set GO!!

Welcome Shanitha! You've come to the right place to soak up knowledge. I'm glad you're doing that.

The more you learn before surgery, the easier it will be to understand after surgery.

You'll also find a lot of inspiration and some good old joking around.

Post often and ask questions.

Best wishes on your journey!

I may just have to be disbanded from the bb club. I let my claws out at someone with a nasty attitude on a post.

I may just have to be disbanded from the bb club. I let my claws out at someone with a nasty attitude on a post.

No, that gets you points in the club. Now I'm going to have to look for what my BBB did, I'm so proud!

Hope you didn't mess with the princess!

Oh never, we protect her. Go to recent- then 4 days post op

Shanitha - welcome! Good for you for making this decision towards a healthier lifestyle. This forum is a great place to bounce ideas and get advice. Hope you have an amazing journey!

Shanitha, welcome! Glad you are making the choice to become a healthier you.

Exercise is a huge part of a successful band, so please try to find the things that you can do. I too could not exercise when I started. I found that the pool was the best thing, even if you just walk in the water! Also, I spent 20 and bought a little set of pedals and started out pedaling, while sitting in a comfortable chair, for 15 minutes at a time. Now I do 60-75, even on the days that I go to the pool.

Good luck and ask as many questions as you need to!