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Hi, I'm Stephanie. I'm 40 & have been overweight since I was 5.
Diets have included WW (many times), Diet Center, NutriSystem, & 2 medically supervised liquid diets. I have managed to lose weight several times (never down to goal), but long term maintenance has eluded me.
Bad back problems in the mid-90's resulted in 2 surgeries & permanant nerve damage. Other health problems have come on since then, though I consider myself lucky as I don't have several of the complications from obesity (yet). About 10 years ago my PCP recommended I look into WLS (then it was mostly RNY & usually not covered by insurance). I wasn't ready. Over the years new doctors have mentioned WLS too, but I wasn't willing to consider it yet.
Last year my luck was starting to run out & other complications were creeping in that I really wanted to avoid. Thus, the time is now!
I have a great support network. I have a great family. I also have a great love of food & wine. That last one has been a troublesome relationship & it's time to fix it! Wish me luck! 
