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Hello,

I'm new to this site and could definitely use some support. I've never really had a weight issue until I had my daughter 9/2011. Of course it's all worth it but now I'm extremely depressed and bury myself at home because I hate the way I look. I'm really looking forward to the WLS and to making new friends on this site...

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Bella, welcome

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Hi Bellasmama, the approval came rather quickly, as my employer's insurance required a 3 month follow-up w/ dietician, exercise physiologist, and psych visitis. I met with the surgeon twice, my PCP, and am scheduled for 1/7. After I met my requirements, I was approved within a week.

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Wow that's great blackbutterfly!!!! My insurance requires me to do a 6 month program which ill be finished with in Dec. My first appt is Dec 19 and I'm hoping after that things go quickly!!! I'm really hoping I get approved.. Wish you the best if luck and please keep me updated :)

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Bellasmama, it's amazing how quick the time goes. I found a sale this weekend ($20) off a Cuisinart Blender/ Processor. Gotta be ready for the preop and postop diet!

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