Hi all! I've been lurking on this site on & off for the past year and thought I would finally say hi. I attempted last year to get approved for lapband with a BMI of 39 with no comorbidities but I was told no. Was definitely discouraged - I said forget this & tried WW and saw little success - actually gained . After talking it over with a friend who had the WLS - encouraged me to try again this year ... This time I met the 40 BMI - only time I've been thankful for being fat. Last week I meet with the surgeon, in total agreement that I'm a good candidate, heard back yesterday to start scheduling the pretests that my insurance requires - meeting with the dietitian & psych guy in the next 2-3 weeks. I feel I am now headed the right direction & I'm glad to hear about everyone's journeys - what a great support this forum is. I've gained my worst weight the past 7 years and I feel like I'm a thinner girl stuck in a fat body.

Fat fingers - meant 'beginning' as my forum subject

Good luck on your journey! I hope it is everything you are wishing for. It has been for me.

Good luck on your journey and welcome.

I sent my application for the surgery in today. I'm staying positive that I'll be affirmed. With a BMI of 40.2 shouldn't be a problem. Have only told 2 close friends about my decision to do this. Haven't told my kids or my parents yet. Waiting until I have a date. Scheduled for a stress test on Tuesday. I'm anxious to get this thing done and start losing! I have anxiety about the diet & food choices. Oh, just full of emotions.

Hi panehum - welcome to beginning start of your journey!! Good luck!! I've only told 3 people - my husband, friend who has been banded and my best friend, I plan on telling my parents as well & that's it. I'm excited to actually be headed in the right direction towards making myself healthy.

Welcome to our healthy journey! I have never been sorry I had my LapBand placed in 2006. My boarderline diabetes, swollen legs, and high blood pressure have gone away, The only regret I might have is I should have had more knowledge or training on nutrition. Be happy and follow your medical personnel's directions and walk, walk & walk. Love yourself, wear a smiley face & your future will become healthy & bright. Happy sparking!

Had a set back today. Among a couple of other findings I learned my insurance has some hoops that will make me wait at least 6 mos more 'till I can get scheduled. Probably nothing new to any of you, but I am truly disappointed. Nothing that won't make me stronger and more resolved. I believe that an obstacle is nothing more than a challenge. I accept the challenge & will prevail.

I'm a newbie here. I'm also in the beginning my Journey. This Thursday I have my Endoscopy and on Saturday is my sleep study. Can't wait to get approved and a date set. I'm really nervous and excited at the same time. Have not told many people either. Also waiting till I have the surgery. This site has been so great.