Hello Everyone! I am new to this forum and figured I should introduce myself. Been looking around here for about a week now and have found so many valuable resources and inspiring stories and people! I am a single father to an amazing 5 year old boy. I am 6'5" and 396 pounds. I have been overweight as long as I can remember. I do not have an exact weight goal (maybe 240) in mind but rather I just to get to a healthy weight that will enable me to feel confident in myself and be a more active father to my son.

WLS is something that I have known about for a few years but only in the last few months have I given it serious consideration. I have 100% come to the realization that I need the help of the VSG to assist me in reaching my WL goals. I have found out that my insurance covers WLS and am meeting with my chosen surgeon on Friday. Shooting for around the middle of March to be sleeved. I have never had any type of surgery in the past and the idea of surgery has always freaked me out, however I am managing those fears and genuinely excited to proceed.

I look forward to getting to know some of you, receiving guidance, and hopefully being able to pay it forward in the future.

God bless you. As a parent, I know your major motivation must be your five year old. Good luck with your journey!

Welcome aboard!!

There are some amazing people here, a few assholes and plenty of crazies!!

Congrats on making the decision to have WLS. I know its a big and scary decision, but its well worth it in the end. Like you I have always been overweight, even as a child. I made the choice to have my 1st WLS back in 2007 (lapband) and I was 309 lbs, I lost 100 lbs in the 1st yr and was able to keep it off. I gained 60 lbs 2 yrs ago during my pregenancy and lost it back in about a yr. I had my 2nd WLS back on 11/01/12 due to lapband issues, I had a revision to the sleeve and Im currently 178 lbs. I have no regret to having WLS I believe it saved my live and gave me my baby that I've always have dreamed of. Just think about your health and being there for your son, please keep us posted on your journey.