First steps

Called today to set up initial visit.  Have to see what my schedule is like for next week before I set the appointment.  They will set me up with a patient advocate and stuff so that I am helped along all the steps to come.  There is also an online support group and a group that meets in Austin.  The surgery would be in San Antonio if I go with this group.  There is another group in Temple at Scott and White so I will have to decide on which one I want to use soon.


Here is the San Antonio Website.  I would only have to go to SA for the surgery, the rest would be here in town.

I don't know the website for the Temple one.  My neighbor had her G.B. with them a couple months ago and recomends them.

Still have more research to do before deciding.  This is not something I am taking lightly.  I have been thinking/researching for sometime and know that it is a serious surgery with risks involved.  There are risks involved in staying morbidly obese too.  Brian and I have been discussing the risks and benefits also and I have talked with the boys about it too.  While it is my body and ultimately my decision, I want us all on board for this journey.  I will be depending on them a lot in the beginning.  Thankfully I am married to a wonderful man who I know will support me and have great kids.