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Connect with Low(er) bmi kids
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At 5’7”, technically 118 lbs is still within the OP’s “normal/healthy” range. At least according to BMI alone. Its at the bottom if the range, yes, but still considered normal. Alot of peeps ai
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Hello. I had a BMI of 35, surgery in South Florida. insurance paid, told my husband and one friend who were both totally supportive. I decided to do the surgery when i tried my last diet and my knees
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Hi! I chose it because it’s what I used to weigh when I ate healthy and exercised regularly (and yes this was after kids). I didn’t look too skinny as I’m pear-shaped so still had curves. I try not to
Hey y’all! I would love to connect with my fellow low(er) bmi people! It can be harder for us to get approved for surgery and get support from our loved ones. Bmi 30-39.9. Are you self-pay, insurance-paid, Mexico or the U.S., what’s your pre-op bmi? Where are you located? We’re your family and friends supportive? What made you choose surgery?
I’ll start….
bmi of 30.6
self-pay
Surgery in Tijuana, Mx in April (hello….hot surfer dudes!)
I live in a bubble on the gulf coast
family freaked out at first, but overall supportive.
I chose surgery (gastric bypass) as this was recommended to reduce or eliminate my 15-year history with GERD. Also bikini body would be nice ?