just joined the support group . I'm still on the journey to get all my clearances for surgery .

[shicktey]

new here

 

[3momchaos]

Welcome! This is a very supportive group. Tell us a bit about yourself. Which surgery are you having?

 

[canecorso81]

Welcome!!!

 

[shicktey]

im a mom of 4 , 52 years old My nickname Gina is a shortened version of my full name . I drive school bus for our local school district elanco in new holland pa. i am having the gastric sleeve done once I'm cleared to.

 

[3momchaos]

Welcome Gina! I’m having the gastric bypass. 2 appointments left! I’m very excited. I’m 37, mom of 3. Are you looking forward to your surgery?

 

[shicktey]

yes I am! Can't wait to to start this journey to a healthier life.

 

[WazzuCoug]

Welcome Gina, you'll find a ton of support here before and after your surgery!

 

[shicktey]

thank you

 

[Roseanne37]

Welcome, Gina. My name is Roseanne and I am the "old lady" of the group!! I am 70 years old and am scheduled for sleeve surgery two weeks from today, August 17. In fact, I can't believe that I'll be on the other side of the mountain in two weeks. I was originally scheduled for March 18 and was cancelled due to the pandemic. I am in NJ, which was hit very heavy. The people on this board are very open about their experiences and share them with us. I'm sure that you'll find a ton of information while reading different posts. Good luck with your journey.

 

[shicktey]

i have sleep apnea and reflux and anemia and I also gound out thru the blood work that my thyroid isn't working right . so i need to go see family doctor to talk about that. i talked to the doctor who will be doing the surgery and we discussed both the sleeve and the bypass and I ultimately chose the sleeve. As to the bus driver question taking one day at a time each day is different .

 

[DaniD]

Welcome
I’m new as well. I have my consultation appointment on the 14th. I’m super excited and can’t wait to start my journey as well.

 

[shicktey]

Dani can you tell us a little about your self and which surgery you are choosing .

 

[DaniD]

Dani can you tell us a little about your self and which surgery you are choosing .

I’m 42 mother of 2 I live in Ohio and I want to have the Sleeve. I’ve been dealing with this weight for too long and I’m over taking medication for weight loss. I have osteoarthritis and R.A.

 

[shicktey]

there is good support on this site.

 

[Lulu72]

Welcome Dani and Shicktey. This group is truly amazing. I’m fairly new too but I love it. They are all very supportive and motivating. I just got my Gastric bypass surgery two weeks ago. Basically that was what my surgeon recommended for me and I just went along. I’m 48, diabetic with high blood pressure and a mom of two young men. I’m a bilingual teacher for grades K-4th grade.

 

[DaniD]

Thank you Lulu72 and Dianeseattle

 

[Pennynguyen]

Hi Dani I am 6 weeks post op and doing really well ive had no issues and losing weight and inches. Be patient im hopeful you will get approved. I just joined this group just last week but they have helped me so much we all my questions. So dont hesitate to ask us anything.

 

[WWWindy]

Welcome everyone! This is all so exciting, all the new faces. This is a great place to talk about what we're working towards. I think I've read every post from the past two years and have gained some valuable information. Enjoy the group!