I'm new to this. I have just recently started my journey. Honestly, I'm not very far. I have taken my seminar for the doctor online. I have to call to make my first appointment in a few days after the questions are in there system.

I almost had the surgery seven years ago and I chickened out right before the day of. I was only 19 then and scared. Now I'm 26. A lot bigger. And unhappy. I have two kids now that I can't keep up with. They are so full of energy!! And I'm lucky I don't have any side affects from my weight (sleep apnea or diabetes). My knees are starting to hurt a bit but its only about once a month now. To be honest I was so lost on what was happening before m

To be honest I don't even know what surgery I was supposed to have before. I was so confused by what was going on. And now, I don't really have the support. My boyfriend is okay with it but not happy. My dad and stepmom say to try something else and my mom wants me to try diet pills but I've tried it all and it never works. I need a tool to help me from over eating and I think this is it. Wish me luck! And any encouragement I can get will be much appreciated.

I don't regret my decision at all. I could have never lost over 100 pounds without this surgery. For 10 years - I went back and forth trying to decide what to do and I let everybody's opinion effect me. If I could go back that 10 years I would have just DONE it. Don't let other people make this decision for you. It is all you. You are the one that has to eat different and live with your choices. The people that love you will support you - but only you should make the determination.

Thanks, I'm hoping this works. I know the support will come after awhile. It's the beginning I'm scared of. :-) I am so much more determined this time around.

Just remember that the people who are so quick to judge have never lived through your struggle. Most people mean well, but people that have never been overweight just don't get it. This has to be something you do for you. The people in your life will eventually jump on the band wagon when they realize your serious. If you have done your research and have decided WLS is the right choice for you then don't alow anyone to change that. Good luck honey!