Hello from Southern MD

Hello all, I am just starting my journey with WLS.  I have met with the surgeon and now will go through the steps for all the tests and such.  If anyone has any advice they would like to pass along , please feel free to send it.......Thanks, Melissa

Welcome to the MD Forum Melissa! Congratulations on your steps to wls.  The advise I would like to pass along is to start trying to get your body ready for surgery. Like drinking or eating extra protein and cut down on your carbs.  Stop all carbonated drinks and drink lots of water. Wishing you all the best in your journey. Hugs,

I agree with Cira. Start making those life changes now so you won't have that much of a transition after surgery. Also, keep coming back to OH. Join our gatherings. We have one coming up this Saturday for crabs.

Welcome !! Nice to see another SMder. I've only been on the forum a short time but within that time I can't begin to explain how much information I've absorbed! This is a great place to start your WLS journey ;~) Good luck ~ Christina

Welcome to the MD board, Melissa!  My advice - stay positive, don't stress the little things, and jump through any hoops they (doc's and insurance) request.  Stay organized, and get names, dates and phone numbers when you talk to people.  Make copies of all paperwork you happen to be dealing with.  Don't be afraid to ask questions.  Best of luck on your journey! TraciL

Hi Mellisa and welcome to the MD board. You have started your first step, joining this site. Good Luck in your journey and keep us posted on your progress Kelly

Hi Melissa, Welcome 'aboard'.   You've come to the right place to meet some of the most caring and supportive people to lean on during your journey. Best wishes as your WLS journey continues. Hugs, Mo

Welcome aboard from another SoMDer!  I am amazed at the number of SoMDers there are on the site.  And we've grown a lot just in my short time on the site.   Please listen to everybody's input.  The folks here have helped me soooo much and they sure know their stuff.  They've been through it already.  I would definitely start tasting and sampling all the protein powders and drinks.  Find a couple you like now and life will be much easier post-op.  There is another string talking about where to get samples.  I suggest you read that info and get some yourself. --Eric Leonardtown, MD

Hi Melissa, I don't have anything to add other than what the other poster's have said already, but I just wanted to say "Welcome" and good luck on your WLS journey.  Please feel free to post questions, concerns, etc.

Thanks to everyone so far for the advice.....I am learning so many new things I haven't even thought of........ Melissa