Starting The Journey

[anm968503 0]

April 10th went to seminar for Dr. Bilton in Tuscaloosa, Al only to find out after I paid the $75 that the sleeve isn't done there yet and I'm not about to be one of the first in.

April 21st I went to Dr. Dewitt's FREE (lol) seminar in Birmigham, Al. I have to get my 3 years of recorded weight and height as well as recent blood work faxed. Already sent cardio work up. Will have to do physc eval but that should be it.

I got on May 9th for the in off consultation and work up for anything else I may be required to do then my submittal to insurance will begin.

I'm excited, nervous and scared all at the same time. I have 2 young children to care for while my husband works out of state and my family lives in another state.

I have been over weight all my life. I've been picked on, laughed at and felt unworthy of love. I have been blessed with a life I never thought i'd have. Im tried of holding back and not enjoying to the fullest bc of size or embarrassment. I want to do things I never could before, run and play with my kids. Feel attractive and most off all do all I can to ensure that I am healthier to be around for them.

Too many emotions

Ashley

[Joni 94]

First, my heart goes out to you for all the pain you've endured. I am newly sleeved (4/23). I congratulate you on making this decision and taking charge of your life. You're right, you need to get healthy and play/run with your kids. You've come to the right place on this forum -you'll find so much support and caring here. Good luck on your journey.

[ariesgirl 17]

Congratulations on deciding to do what you think will make your life improve. I just got sleeved 4 weeks ago tomorrow and I am very happy so far. I also have 2 small children at home. I would say that by one week post-op, I was back to normal at home with the exception of needing help with diaper changes on my 2 year old because we are not supposed to lift until 4 - 6 weeks post-op. Good luck and best wishes to you!

[anm968503 0]

UPDATE:

May 9th I went to my consultation with Dr. Dewitt

May 21st all my paper was was in and submitted to insurance

May 22nd when to class with dietician and physical therapist

May 25th received letter from insurance saying on May 21st my surgery was APPROVED!!!

June 6th last meeting with dr

June 8th is surgery date!!!!!!!!

Starting preop diet Tuesday. Tryin to get things together for hospital and after surgery. Also kinda freaking haha