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Hi there, I’m new this site and WOW! It’s great! It’s exactly what I’ve been looking for!! I had my initial consult with my Dr. at the end of August. I just finished my nutritional courses and I’m waiting for my final consult to set for Dec 5th. Then I’ll have my surgery date! Yesss!! It should be sometime in January! I’m having the sleeve. Although I’m extremely excited about this decision and very ready for this change, I am also quite apprehensive at the same time.

I have only lost 10lbs so far. I’m trying not to get discouraged with that at this point but rather focus on the positive changes I’ve made up to this point.

I just know I can’t do this on my own. I definitely need support from friends, family, and those who are and have gone through this. I need help, that’s for darn sure! Love reading all your stories and experiences ❤️🤗

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Welcome @Gypsybella- You WILL Find many wonderful stories and journaling on Here, mine is just one of MANY. We all come here , each with our Own Hopes and Fears, We learn from Each other and our Lives become the Richer for IT. Let's Share our Life Experiences and See what Web Can Become!

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welcome we open our arm to you any questions we can help with is all you have to do is ask

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Welcome! And read up! This board eased all of my fears and taught me everything I needed to know for before and after surgery.

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2 hours ago, VIKING 0424 said:

welcome we open our arm to you any questions we can help with is all you have to do is ask

Thank you! So good to know!

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3 hours ago, Gypsybella said:

Hi there, I’m new this site and WOW! It’s great! It’s exactly what I’ve been looking for!! I had my initial consult with my Dr. at the end of August. I just finished my nutritional courses and I’m waiting for my final consult to set for Dec 5th. Then I’ll have my surgery date! Yesss!! It should be sometime in January! I’m having the sleeve. Although I’m extremely excited about this decision and very ready for this change, I am also quite apprehensive at the same time.

I have only lost 10lbs so far. I’m trying not to get discouraged with that at this point but rather focus on the positive changes I’ve made up to this point.

I just know I can’t do this on my own. I definitely need support from friends, family, and those who are and have gone through this. I need help, that’s for darn sure! Love reading all your stories and experiences ❤️🤗

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You will have all the support you can handle and more, here. Congratulations on your decision. It won't be an easy journey but a journey you will be glad you went on. Welcome to bariatricpal.

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3 hours ago, Gypsybella said:

Hi there, I’m new this site and WOW! It’s great! It’s exactly what I’ve been looking for!! I had my initial consult with my Dr. at the end of August. I just finished my nutritional courses and I’m waiting for my final consult to set for Dec 5th. Then I’ll have my surgery date! Yesss!! It should be sometime in January! I’m having the sleeve. Although I’m extremely excited about this decision and very ready for this change, I am also quite apprehensive at the same time.

I have only lost 10lbs so far. I’m trying not to get discouraged with that at this point but rather focus on the positive changes I’ve made up to this point.

I just know I can’t do this on my own. I definitely need support from friends, family, and those who are and have gone through this. I need help, that’s for darn sure! Love reading all your stories and experiences ❤️🤗

WELCOME!!!

You're in the right place! Any questions?? Ask away! :)

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3 hours ago, AggiG said:

You will have all the support you can handle and more, here. Congratulations on your decision. It won't be an easy journey but a journey you will be glad you went on. Welcome to bariatricpal.

So good to have that reassurance and affirmation! Happy Thanksgiving!

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1 hour ago, Gypsybella said:

So good to have that reassurance and affirmation! Happy Thanksgiving!

Happy Thanksgiving, Gypybella.

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