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Beginning my Journey

LadyWarren

By LadyWarren, in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums

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LadyWarren    57

LadyWarren
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Hello all! I'm new on here, and wanted to introduce myself. I'm in North Carolina, and just like most of you'll on here, I've been battling with my weight for years. I'm ready to beat this battle, and I'm hoping the sleeve will be that tool to help me succeed. I officially will be on my husband's insurance January 1, 2016. He has Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois, and his policy does cover bariatric surgery. This is when I will be able to began my process. I've already attended many seminars this year. My family and friends are supportive, and so is my primary care physician. While I patiently wait (not.. lol) I like reading and putting in my research.. regarding bariatric surgery. I also really enjoy listening to other peoples experiences, as well. Is anyone else beginning their journey? I wish everyone the best of luck, and I look forward to hearing your journey.

Addendum on 11/18/15

Height: 5'9

HW: 296

Current Weight as of 11/10/15: 270.5 Lbs (weighed at doctors office)

Health issue: Currently taking medicine for Hypertension.

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laura4923    137

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Best wishes on your journey! Time will go by slowly while you wait and then quickly once you've had surgery. I had my sleeve on August 25th. I started my journey in March and am so glad I did!!

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glitter eyes    1,398

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Welcome!! Congrats on deciding to have weight loss surgery. I know for most of us it is and was a hard decision to make.

I know how difficult waiting is. My plan had a six month wait. I tried to stay focused on researching, trying different Protein Shakes, and reading a lot on this forum- which really helped me be prepared for a lot of post op stuff. Reading people's success stories kept me focused.

I had my sleeve surgery on June 23, 2014. My weight was 271. I am now at 145-148. It continually amazes me how life changing this process can be. I have lost weight before in the past, but for some reason this time around utilizing weight loss surgery I feel so much more free. I have a new lease on life and I am so much more adventurous and I am constantly living outside my "box". It's a great feeling.

Stay focused and your turn will be here before you know it!! Good luck

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LadyWarren    57

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Welcome!! Congrats on deciding to have weight loss surgery. I know for most of us it is and was a hard decision to make.

I know how difficult waiting is. My plan had a six month wait. I tried to stay focused on researching, trying different Protein Shakes, and reading a lot on this forum- which really helped me be prepared for a lot of post op stuff. Reading people's success stories kept me focused.

I had my sleeve surgery on June 23, 2014. My weight was 271. I am now at 145-148. It continually amazes me how life changing this process can be. I have lost weight before in the past, but for some reason this time around utilizing weight loss surgery I feel so much more free. I have a new lease on life and I am so much more adventurous and I am constantly living outside my "box". It's a great feeling.

Stay focused and your turn will be here before you know it!! Good luck

Wow.. good job and congratulations.. with your weight lost. And thank you!

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newmebithebypass    713

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I'm on month 3 of 6 for insurance purposes and I have to tell you these 3 months have flown by I see my nutritionist once a month for weigh ins and support groups at the same time and its just awesome to have a group of women going through it with it with me

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The Candidate    3,215

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Welcome! Congrats on the beginning of your weight loss surgery journey. New Year is going to have an extra special meaning to you this time. New Year - whole new healthy life!

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hollybower    122

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I'm on month 3 of 6 for insurance purposes and I have to tell you these 3 months have flown by I see my nutritionist once a month for weigh ins and support groups at the same time and its just awesome to have a group of women going through it with it with me

I just had my second weigh in!! Need a buddy??? Anyway my psych eval is done and I only had to see my NUT once. I will see the hospitals NUT once my surgery has been scheduled! March is my last appointment with my PCP for the supervised diet.

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newmebithebypass    713

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@@hollybower message me or text me 410 375-1202 my name is jess. I'll be your buddy I love making new friends. I live in Maryland and my team is awesome especially my nut she rocks where are you at

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