hi everyone, newbie here

[kasper 34]

Hi All...saw this app and thought it was a good idea to join. I'm hoping for my surgery to be some time in December...the sooner, the better. Going into my 3rd month of 6 months required time before surgery. Starting weight 341, current weight 320. Trying to quit smoking as well...ugh. is there a board here for that ?? I'm having a hard time with it. This looks like a great place with lots of great people and info. I'm in PA, single mom of 2.

[Dorian 683]

Hi All...saw this app and thought it was a good idea to join. I'm hoping for my surgery to be some time in December...the sooner' date=' the better. Going into my 3rd month of 6 months required time before surgery. Starting weight 341, current weight 320. Trying to quit smoking as well...ugh. is there a board here for that ?? I'm having a hard time with it. This looks like a great place with lots of great people and info. I'm in PA, single mom of 2.[/quote']

Welcome! You were right, this is a great place with lots of great info! I was the same starting weight as you. Was probably higher but not sure of how high. I had rny in april and am now at 242 as of today! I lost about 40 preop and the rest since surgery. My suggestion would be to either look for a December group or start one. It helps IMMENSELY to be able to talk to others who are having surgery at the same time. It is nice to go through the process with others who are experiencing the same things at the same time. I had to quit smoking as well. It was hard but now so worth it! Best of luck to you.

[kasper 34]

Hi Dorian...thanks for the tip. If you don't mind me asking, how did you quit smoking?? I stop for a few days, and then have a "moment" and run to buy a pack. Then I'm extremely angry at myself for failing...again.

[Dorian 683]

My surgeon said I had to or he wouldnt do the surgery. They check their patients for nicotine. Plus I have 3 adult children that would kill me! I also dont drink anymore and that was my HUGE downfall for smoking.

[kasper 34]

That's great!! I'm not a drinker but I do love to smoke. I too have to quit before surgery. I'm going to call my Dr tomorrow and see if he will prescribe chantix. I wish I could go cold turkey but its just not working out so far.