Hi I just made an appointment for a first time consult. I am a little worried because I have social anxiety and only have my family as support. I would like to have this board as a support also and hopefully make some friends and learn more about the sleeve. I am 25 and weigh 350 pounds. I have been overweight for as long as I can remember. Thank you for reading.

Congrats on taking the first step! You are young and I bet you will do great!

I will be glad to be your friend. If you have any questions, just ask.

Hey Jenny. Congrats. I am 23. 10 weeks out and I am 32lbs down. Today, my only regret is not getting this done sooner. My BIGGEST supporter besides my immediate family is everyone on this site.

Without this site I would feel so alone because no one else knows what your going through. Ask away!! Good Luck and congrats again.

My only support besides online are my parents. The online community helps a lot. Feel free to contact me if you need anything! Links to various social media are in my signature.

Welcome.. And hope all goes well for you! It's a big step.. This is a great place to get a lot of support and answer lots of your questions..