My first meeting with the surgeon was July 2007. At that time I was leaning towards gastric bypass. I left that meeting convinced I was going to lose weight by myself which I did 80lbs! Guess what happened after that?!? I got pregnant!! Welcome baby and all my weight back and more. Well for the next few years life happened raising a baby, becoming a stay at home mom, divorce, going back to work and all that also welcomed more weight. ( emotional eater right here ) That brings us to present time. Thanks to my super supportive boyfriend I went back another informational meeting in May 2014 and learned all about the sleeve. The next morning I called and made my appointment to meet with the Dr. From that day on I completely committed. August 20, 2014 I started my new life with my sleeve. I am down 27.8 lbs!! This is best decision I have ever made. I will admit that not everyday is wonderful. My boyfriend has been my # 1 supporter. He attended every class, meeting, group session, read every book and blog available. And for that I am thankful!! If I feel this great 3 weeks out and can't wait to see what the future holds!!

awesome. so proud of you.

Becca, congratulations on pulling the trigger on the sleeve. Your are going to love it. You are one lucky girl to have a boyfriend that is that supportive. I am impressed that he not only goes to the meetings with you but has read up on everything. Sounds like you have an in house support group which will do wonders for you during those weak moments you may have along the way. You will wonder why you waited so long, I know I did. I guess it's better that you did wait because if you had done it in 2008 you couldn't have gotten the sleeve and you would not have had the amazing support of that new man in your life. It was all destiny...... and to happen just as it did. Congratulations again and good luck on your continuing weight loss.

That is SO awesome! I had a similar situation minus a baby and boyfriend (he sounds GREAT btw, kudos!). It also took me from '07 to '14 to commit. Proud of you!!!