Finally!

[jennaggie 43]

I finally lost the weight my surgeon required before he would book my surgery! Even beat it by 4 lbs. February 9th will be here before I know it. I wanted to be healthier before I turned 30 and since I turn 30 in May this is a great start I think. ALL advice is welcome for sure. Here are some facts about me and this journey: I'm 29 years old, I started this process at 444 lbs, I'm currently 395, I first met my surgeon in May 2015, I am married with 2 teenage step kids and my hubby and I want more as soon as I'm at a heathy weight for both me and a baby. So excited!

[Inner Surfer Girl 12,015]

Congratulations! You are in for quite an adventure.

The best advice I can give you is to learn as much as you can by reading and asking lots of questions.

Also, be persistent, positive, proactive and patient.

[jane13 2,256]

congrats on moving forward and getting a date for surgery

[ssflbelle 829]

I am so glad you finally have a surgery date. Believe me I know how frustrating and the up in the air feeling you get when you have to wait sooo long for a date. You also have a great start with the weight you were able to lose. What type of surgery are you going to have? I have a feeling I also will be having my surgery in Feb instead of Dec or Jan like I originally thought. If you are getting the sleeve there is a Jan -Feb surgery thread on these boards. if your interested in joining here is the url. http://www.bariatricpal.com/topic/357095-january-or-february-2016-sleevers/

[jennaggie 43]

Yep the sleeve I'll check it out. Thank you!

[The Candidate 3,215]

Congrats on getting the go ahead!