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Hey all, I just joined the forum this evening after searching online for Forums I could connect with others going through the same stuff. I am 37, a mom of 2, and someone that has gone up and down on the scale all of my life. I told my doctor today that it was extremely emotional because I have seriously only known my identity to be that girl with the amazing personality and pretty face....

I am not wanting to be a certain size or weight, I am wanting to be healthy, in shape and happy in my own skin..

Today was my first appointment and I am set for lab work April 6th and an egd April 9th! I am both nervous and excited.

I apologize ahead of time I am just figuring out this site and how to search for post similar......

Did anyone else just begin the process??

Thanks all for reading and I am looking forward to getting to know All of you!

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I am almost one year into my journey. However, congratulations on taking your first step towards a healthier you.

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Congrats on starting your journey!!!

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No problem, just out of curiosity do you know what type of surgery you are considering?

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Yay!! Congrats on taking the first steps to being a happier and healthier you! I am almost done all my testing. I have three classes to do and I can submit to the insurance for approval [emoji16] I am also going to do the sleeve.

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Yay!! Congrats on taking the first steps to being a happier and healthier you! I am almost done all my testing. I have three classes to do and I can submit to the insurance for approval [emoji16] I am also going to do the sleeve.

I am excited and congratulations to you


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