Starting the Process

[Begin Again 12]

I'm excited to be here and to find others going through the same experience. I have met with Dr. Valentine in Meridian, Idaho and have begun checking off my requirements to be eligible for the surgery. I am 140 pounds overweight and have struggled my entire life, I was always chunky maybe 20-60 pounds overweight depending on the time period. However, 11 years ago, after the birth of my twins my weight gain really skyrocketed. I have consistently been 100-140 pounds overweight since that time. I have dieted (many times) and done really great, getting down to 50 pounds from my goal weight only to put every single pound + back on. I have decided that I am unable to do this on my own and need help. I understand that I will still need to put in a lot of effort and that the band is just a tool. My hope is to have the surgery by the end of January or early February.

I look forward to sharing my experience and to reading about those of others.

SuBandy

[Kellimorty1 1]

Hi SuBandy,

My name is Kelli, I am just starting the process as well!! My first doctor's appointment is Monday Jan. 3rd!! I live in california and I have about 90 pounds to lose I ALSO have twins!! They are 3 years old and I also have an 11 month old!! Good luck w/ the process!! Have you had your first appointment yet? Any advice on what to expect?