Has anyone had no support system and was successful? My mom is supportive (lives in another state) but my husband is not. His mom went through the bypass and she gained it all back plus some. She didn't follow the nutrition plan and ate what she wanted. I go meet with the surgeon on 7/20.

Thanks

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You'll have more than enough support through this app! Look up support groups etc.

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Does your hospital offer any support groups or meetings or anything? Is there anything in the area, perhaps at another nearby hospital? You're not doing this alone! Please feel free to message or friend me anytime if I can help you. Support is so, so important, but it doesn't necessarily need to come from immediate friends and family. You can do this!

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Honestly this group has been my primary support system outside of my husband. There are plenty of people who would be willing to help including myself.

Also I have made friends on this site that I know I will have forever.

If you think you need more, the best thing for you to do is ask your surgical team if they are aware of any local support groups. Also, a therapist at least in the beginning is a huge support.

I found a nurse on my Bariatric team, her name is Dorothy and she herself had RNY 12 years ago now. She is slim, feeling great and has tons of advice. You might also find resources like that with your team but if not,

I am here an would be happy to help. Just click on my pic and send me a message.

Good luck with your upcoming appointment! Congratulations on making the decision to get healthy.

I don't know how to add folks but ur more than welcome to add me. I'm gonna need all the support I can get. I'll know more after the medical seminar that I have to take. My husband is active duty so I'm doing this through the military. Thank u for your kind words and will look into local support groups or someone to talk too

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