I wanted to say hi and introduce myself. My name is Debra and I am a Pre-Op Mom of three(12, 8, and 1.5), living in Missouri. I have UHC (thank goodness) and my first individual appointment With Dr. Stephen Malley is 28 June. I am really excited. I was going to go RNY because I did even know this procedure existed. Thankfully, the surgeon I saw for RNY informed me of this procedure and said he actually preferred it but was not performing it yet.

I have already made my mind up to be banded and my family is all very supportive and excited. I can't wait to be able to keep up with my kids(well atleast try).

Welcome and congrats on your journey to come! Hope all goes smoothly for you. Read lots and learn!!! Good to have you.

Welcome Aboard! God leads us when we least expect it! Look where he sent you to learn about options. How wonderful. I truely believe you made the right choice. It took me two yrs of research & still near the two week mark I wondered a bit about which surgery. My Doctors does both- But after more & more support groups in person - I KNOW I chose the right one. RNY seems to have so many serious complications that are so life threatening. With your children in the picture, I am so glad you changed your mind. Keep us posted on your journey!

Thank you for the support. I really appreciated the replies. I hope everyone has had a wonderful weekend!

Welcome, I Also Have 3 Kiddos (12, 7, 1.5) Wow! And We're The Same Age Too.

Bet You Can't Wait To Ride The Roller Coasters, Play In The Water Parks And Just Feel Like Getting Out And About With The Kids, Huh? Hope To See Ya Around! Jamie

Welcome to LBT!!! How wonderful that you have such great family support. This is a great place for support and information too. I love that one of your reasons for losing weight is so you can keep up with your kids. This is also one of my reasons...so when I have kids, I can keep up with the little rug rat.

Best of luck to you as you begin this journey.