Hi, my name is Morgan and I'm looking into having the gastric sleeve surgery. I have my first consultation with a weight loss surgeon November 25. I'm absolutely at my wits end. I've done every diet I can think of, exercised like crazy, starved myself, you name it, I've done it.

I'm a 32 year old female who at 5'8 weighs 358. :-( My blood pressure is high & I'm scared that I'm going to die young. I've had 2 miscarriages because of my weight. Can anyone offer me words of advice as I go through this process? I know this surgery is a tool, not a quick fix. I dream of taking up running when I'm at a more comfortable weight. I also do several workout dvds at home. I long for the feeling of not carrying around so much weight and having a healthy pregnancy once I reach a healthy weight.

Hi Morgan! You'll find LOTS of good advice on this site. I'm Emily, and I'm a bariatricpal.com addict. What can I say, I spend every spare moment here.

Keep in mind that you'll need to wait a minimum of 18-24 months post op to get pregnant. Other than that, it sounds like you're a good candidate for the surgery. Mine is coming up on Dec. 18th. Keep us posted with your journey! You'll find lots of love here

welcome, my surgery is nov 24th. ohh coming soon. So excited! I think you will find what you arelooking for here.