Support

Every sense I've had my surgery, I've been shocked and encouraged by the level of support that I have received from my family and friends..However, no matter how much encouragement I received there was still a level of comfort that I was not able to find with people that didn't understand where I was coming from. After I learned that I had gained five pounds, I was so upset..and no matter how much I tried to explain, everyone just kept saying..Be patient. But I didn't want to be patient, I wanted results....

My surgeon suggested I attend the support group for people that have had weight loss surgery either, lap band or gastric bypass. I was very curious what I would learn, and who I would meet. From the very beginning of the support group, I was overcome with a sense of comfort..These people were like me, they looked they me..I felt normal for the first time in months.

Our support groups offers helpful thoughts on how to deal with the changes in your body, and why we eat concern foods. I was grateful for the opportunity to "let my hair down", relax, and learn.