Newbie Introduction - no longer Lurking!!

christinerocks
on 1/31/15 5:32 am - AZ
RNY on 04/06/15

Hello everyone,

I've been reading and lurking around OH for about a month now, and while I don't have much experience to share yet, it seems silly to stay in the shadows!

I'm about 3 weeks into my preparation program for Gastric Bypass. My insurance requires a 3 month preparation, so I'm looking at a potential surgery date in mid to late April - fingers crossed for smooth sailing through approvals!

So far, I have my PCP and Psych clearances and I'm working on the rest. I've met with my NUT and I'm working to develop the habits of lifestyle, eating and exercise that I will need for a lifetime of health and happiness. I plan to work this tool very hard and make the best use of it that I can.  

I've already learned so much from your posts and comments, and I'm so inspired by your many successes! I will continue to learn from the vets here, and eventually, I will share my own knowledge and experience.

Happy to have found this community!

________

137 pounds lost - from a 24/26W to a size 8/10!

 

carimiller9173
on 1/31/15 5:43 am - Wilmington, DE

Welcome to the boards.  Everyone here has been so helpful & friendly pre-op.  I'm 5 days post op...Good luck in your journey.

 

Pre-op weight 342.5; Surgery 320.7

M 1-10.5

November18
on 1/31/15 6:49 am
VSG on 11/18/14

Welcome and good luck!!! You are going to do great!!!

Bonnie

    

            

    
iloveravens
on 1/31/15 7:08 am
RNY on 08/13/14

Welcome to the group and good luck to you!  xoxo

Lanie; Age: 43; Surgery Date (VSG): 8/12/14 w/complications resulting in RNY next day;

Height: 5' 6" SW: 249 Comfort Zone: 135-140 CW: 138 (10/13/17)

M1: -25 lbs M2: -12 M3: -13 M4: -7 M5: -11 M6: -10 M7: -7 M8: -7 M9: -3 M10: -8 M11: -4 M12: -4

5K PR - 24:15 (4/23/16) First 10K - 53:30 (10/18/15)

kokosuggs
on 1/31/15 7:25 am

welcome!   so much info to learn here    best of luck to you

    RNY 1/19/15   SW 238  CW 169 GW ??

        

    

    

    

karenp8
on 1/31/15 7:33 am - Brighton, IL

Welcome to the group. Lots of great friends and information here from people at all stages of the journey. Making changes now is the best way to go as far as success post surgery. Keep us posted on your progress!

   

       

selhard
on 1/31/15 9:31 am, edited 2/1/15 9:11 pm - MN
RNY on 11/26/12

Welcome.  The waiting period insurance required helped in so many ways:    lost weight, read, researched, read some more, attended support group meetings, practiced eating habits, exercised, started the supplement regime, completed pre-funeral planning/healthcare directive, organized everything in sight, and more.  You couldn't have said it any better..."health and happiness."

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