Newbie here

[healthymama15 3]

Hi everyone! I tried to start my journey in 2014, went to surgeon seminars, some nutrition appts. But I just wasn't ready. I needed to be emotionally/mentally prepared.

On February 28th of this year I weighed 350 lbs, on a 5'8" frame. This is the heaviest I have ever been. That's when I contacted another surgeon's office. So far, I've had my first nutrition appt, psych eval completed and approved!, And I was told I would have 3 more nutrition appts, last one being 6/29. Surgery could be as early as July!

As soon as I saw 350 on the scale (BMI 51), I made some nutritional changes. As of yesterday, I am now 314.8. I'll still be eligible for surgery, just want to be the healthiest I can for surgery.

Looking forward to meeting you all

[Djmohr 6,965]

Congratulations on your current weight loss and decision to get healthy.

Sometimes it takes that one thing that will push you over the edge to make it happen.

For me it was a diagnosis of stage 3 kidney disease. Unfortunately I waited too long and my health suffered but now I am down 96lbs and much healthier because I made this choice.

I have never regretted it for one second. WLS gave me my life back!

Good luck on your journey and if there is anything you need please feel free to reach out.

[NewLife4Me7 110]

I did the same thing in 2013 I inquired about WLS and I just was not ready emotional and mentally. When I hit 247 (5') and just could not take this weight anymore. I started going to the seminars and found a great surgeon. I had my WLS July 30, 2014 I lost 110 lbs so far. I feel great! My back,knees and feet don't hurt anymore. I love my new lease on life. You are going to feel so much better physically, mentally and emotionally. Good luck on your new journey.