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Had my first one on one consult at the bariatric clinic. Went over the process with the doctor and started scheduling all my appointments. I keep going back and forth in my head on whether this is what I want. Anyone who has had their WLS already and gone through what I am going through or am I clearly not ready? Just have a lot of worries about life after surgery. But I've already stated making positive changes toward weight loss. TIA

My 98lb mother has always subtly reminded me how my weigh displeases her. From directly doting on my prom queen sister and reminding me how we look identical if it weren't for the weight to ridiculing obese people infront of me....talking about someone who is about my size as if they are disgusting and sub human. I know that regardless of how my surgery will positively affect me...she will always be a toxic person. So, Ive prepared myself for that. Remember that those people will always be unhealthy in their minds and spirits. Their problems are not yours.

How clean was your pre-op diet? I am in the very early stages before WLS but have begun changing my eating habits. I have a very long way to go and I haven't even met the nut yet. But...I was wondering how good were you with changing your eating habits and changing your lifestyle BEFORE surgery? Did you have it down solid? Did it evolve more for you after surgery? Thanks!

I usually intake a lot of Protein in my daily food journals. I realize this becomes more difficult after your portion sides decrease. I also do not smoke, drink soda, or drink alcohol. For the past month I have been trying to lower my carbs and making my protein choices more of the lean variety. I also switched from lactose milk to almond milk. I am very busy and my schedule is chaotic so the biggest challenge is trying to change my eating slower, chewing better, and actually sitting for a meal. I have noticed I have a tendency to stand and eat when I have a busy day! Like I said...I haven't met with my nut yet and that appointment isn't until next month but I have managed to loose 10lbs worth the changes I have made so I guess that's something.

Thank you to everyone that has taken the time to reply. It's always nice to feel like you're not alone. Most of the time when I objectively think about my worries they seem really silly. In the grand scheme of things is being able to eat this or that really important? All I know is that after working in a hospital and seeing what obesity does...I have to change this! I am only 34 and spent most of my life as a thick woman, the past 8 yrs as obese. Even being overweight I was athletic but now my weight has risen to interfere with that. I can no longer run or do any sports. As a mother of 3 daughters I feel like I am not being a good role model. So, those are the things that keep me positive about WLS. Thanks again. -Tiffany

I have finally decided that this is what I want for myself. The only problem is...I have no idea where to begin. I have an appointment with my primary care doctor on Tuesday to tell her I intend to undergo WLS. I guess I was wondering if that is where you started? Or...did you find a surgeon in your insurance network and contact them yourself first? I have no idea what I am doing. How do I start the process of getting my insurance approval? Does the surgeon or family doctor help with that? Thanks in advance.

Went to my seminar and sent in all the pre consult forms. Now I am just waiting to hear back from the center and move on to the next step

Thank you everyone for your answers! I found a seminar being offered on Thursday.