Hello. I am a new member here... I am in the very early stage of my journey.

I just took my first step, by attending the seminar at my local hospital with bariatric group. I was pleased to see the doctor I am choosing (who is also the doctor I have been recommended to) was the doctor/speaker that evening. I am very glad I took that first step, though I still battle nervousness in general, I knew I was in the right place doing the right thing for me.

I am glad I found 'bariatricpal'. I know how important support is and I am thankful to have a place where people can truly know and understand what you are going through.
I do have a husband who is supportive and encouraging to me, but there is truly a 'select few' that understand or want to try to understand what this journey/surgery is truly all about. I seem to hit more opposition vs. encouraging...
Anyway, that is where I am right now. I have my 1st appointment with the patient advocate to get paperwork, etc. started. I am excited, but a bit nervous too.

Well, time to sign this note and browse around....

Sincerely,

Angi =)

Angi2014 welcome and congrats on your decision to be healthy, I have been on this journey now for 8 months an dI have just gotten approved for surgery , now I am waiting foe a surgery date. This forum and the people who are on here have been so supportive and giving as well as loving. There are always people here willing to help you as well as understand your concerns. Please feel free to add me as a friend, I look forward to reading your post.

Hi Angi2014

I am a newbie as well so far I've completed a seminar and my consultation

Next month I start my classes and my step study (un fortunately my insurance requires a 6 month wait ) look forward to following you on your journey

welcome! best of luck as you begin the process!

Thank you all for your replies..... I look forward to this journey with you. I am not sure how long my insurance may require me to wait before surgery... but I am still hopeful to getting there... =)
Please feel free to keep in touch with me.

Bee, I agree with what you said, I also am looking forward to a healthier me. My weight is not the only health battle for me, and sadly some of the health battles have hindered my weight loss efforts... I really hope for this change to happen.

Hello. I am a new member here... I am in the very early stage of my journey.

I just took my first step, by attending the seminar at my local hospital with bariatric group. I was pleased to see the doctor I am choosing (who is also the doctor I have been recommended to) was the doctor/speaker that evening. I am very glad I took that first step, though I still battle nervousness in general, I knew I was in the right place doing the right thing for me.

I am glad I found 'bariatricpal'. I know how important support is and I am thankful to have a place where people can truly know and understand what you are going through.

I do have a husband who is supportive and encouraging to me, but there is truly a 'select few' that understand or want to try to understand what this journey/surgery is truly all about. I seem to hit more opposition vs. encouraging...

Anyway, that is where I am right now. I have my 1st appointment with the patient advocate to get paperwork, etc. started. I am excited, but a bit nervous too.

Well, time to sign this note and browse around....

Sincerely,

Angi =)

Hey Angi! I'm also in the beginning stages of this journey. I went to the seminar last week and have my first appt with the doctor on the 24th. I am super excited but also super nervous. This site had been so wonderful. Everyone is so nice and encouraging plus really honest about their experiences. They are great cheerleaders. :-) I can't wait to hear about your journey.