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Hi all, I am new here and I don't know if this is where I need to be or if someone can recommend another app for me to try. Here is my story: I am a 31 year old and I have decided to have a DS either in September or October. I have done nearly all of the pre-op requirements and have only one visit left with the dietitian in September and next week I meet with the surgeon for the last time. I have done my psych eval and my other dietitian appointments and any necessary bloodwork or testing required by my doctor. I was also told that I need to lose 15 lbs before they will schedule me for surgery. At my last dietitian visit, I was down 12 in two and a half weeks. I'm doing a lot of walking and eating mostly Protein. I also have been using myfitnesspal app to track my intake and that seems to help. I guess I don't have any specific questions at this time. I would love to hear from anyone about their own experiences as well as any hints or suggestions you may have for me.

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Good luck! Sounds like you've already put in alot of time and effort. I can offer no advice since I'm new also and awaiting my surgery. It is nice to see so many people who share similar experiences. I hope you are feeling great and have much success!

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Welcome to the group. Your in the right group & we accept all. I think there was one member that decided surgery wasn't for her & we didnt judge or anything. We support each other here no matter what.

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