North Alabama (Huntsville) Support Group

Savedbygrace · 02-18-2008, 02:51 PM

Well...... I'm good with whatever. I too am not sure where to find a room that would provide privacy and the ability to hear. BUT to much surprise, after being told for 5 years that due to PCOS, I can't ovulate, I found out last week that I am pregnant.

Of course, the last month of my six month physician led diet, I find out but that's ok. Still having some issues with my progesterone so right now, surgery has slipped off of my top to do list. I'll be glad to help in any way that I can though, as I do plan to have it someday. Keep me in your prayers during this time and let me know if theres anything I can do. I'll try to throw the idea around and see if I can find someone who knows a place we can get a room. It might be best to go ahead with the mall and go from there.. depending on how many show intrest.

FairyFacade · 02-19-2008, 09:17 AM

Congrats :)

alaverde · 02-19-2008, 11:46 AM

I went back yesterday for a monthly check-up and they had posters on the wall and handouts telling us about lap band support group. It is the 2nd Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at Parkway Medical Center, 1874 Beltline Road, Decatur AL 35601. Located in the Surgical Weight Loss Center in the Pavillion. They have a number you can call for more information. 256-301-3310. Maybe this will help.

FairyFacade · 02-20-2008, 09:34 AM

I'd rather not go to Decatur myself

alaverde · 02-20-2008, 10:16 AM

That's fine if you don't want to go to Decatur. I was just passing the information along for anyone who might be interested. To drive to Huntsville for me is 1 hour and driving to Decatur is only 20 minutes. There may be some other people in my shoes as well.

FairyFacade · 02-22-2008, 01:45 PM

Alright, to get this ball rolling.

This Tuesday (Last Tues. of Feb) Feb. 26th at 5:30pm at Madison Square Mall.

If you're interested, please PM me. If we get enough people wanting to go, that will be the first meeting.

Savedbygrace · 02-23-2008, 12:13 PM

I won't be able to make it due to other appointments that day but normally Tuesdays are ok with me. Hope y'all have a great time. Look forward to being there soon. Let me know how it goes!!!

Savedbygrace · 02-28-2008, 09:49 PM

I'm curious!!! How did the first support meeting go?? So sorry I couldn't be there!

alafish · 03-07-2008, 11:43 AM

Hi, I just got banded on Monday. I went to a Sat. morning support group at Crestwood last week and there was just one other Band. Is this group up and going? When and where? I'm in Hampton Cove. I sure would like to talk to someone who has been down this same road!!! alafish

alaverde · 03-07-2008, 11:45 AM

I was banded 3/29/07. There is a support group just for Lap Band in Decatur at Parkway Hospital the 2nd Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m. I am planning on attending this coming week 3/10/08. I am down 120 pounds and still have a few weeks still bandiversary. Hang in there! It is definitely worth it!

Savedbygrace · 04-06-2008, 08:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by alafish

Hi, I just got banded on Monday. I went to a Sat. morning support group at Crestwood last week and there was just one other Band. Is this group up and going? When and where? I'm in Hampton Cove. I sure would like to talk to someone who has been down this same road!!! alafish

Do you know who host that support group? Is it affiliated with a surgeon? I am looking for a location to start a group. I was just wondering if the hospitals allow only doctor affiliated groups to use their facility.

Thanks!

moonandstarzz · 04-13-2008, 01:54 PM

hey Im getting banded in august as long as nothing comes up. im on the 6 mth thing like saved by grace is or was.. Im looking to see if there is a support group. I live in Gurley and work off of research park. Saved by grace pm me had a question and congrats hun.

Savedbygrace · 04-13-2008, 05:26 PM

Congrads Nina on getting started. I did finish my 6 months diet. It flew by. I am still looking for a place to try and hold the support meetings. I plan to see if my boss will let us have it in our conference room. Not sure what all liability is in that though... uughh lawsuits have made life so hard. I don't really know where else to call about borrowing a room.

moonandstarzz · 04-13-2008, 05:30 PM

ty, hey what ins company do u have. Pm me I have a few questions or im in chat

andyisbanded · 05-03-2008, 01:06 PM

Hi all:

Just wondering if we have had any luck with finding a place to host a support group meeting in Madison or Huntsville yet? I know Moon was checking a few places out. I would consider asking my boss if we could use the company break-room after hours in Madison, if everyone is interested and I could get some help to organize the meeting. How often would we like to meet? Once a month? Then when would we like to meet? I would have to make arrangements for my children if my wife is working on our meeting nights. I am sure others would need some time to plan and schedule to make room to attend as well. Just some food for thought.

I saw the mention of the Parkway group in Decatur. When is their next meeting? If it is the second Monday of each month, is the next meeting May 12th? The Parkway meeting may be a good alternative than trying to start a new group in Madison or Huntsville.

I still think a meeting in Madison would be good to get people to drive in from Decatur, Hartselle, Athens and Huntsville to meet. Madison is a little more centrally located to all of us. What do you all think? I would like to hear your input. It would be great to get into a group support meeting. I am surviving on the forums and chat rooms here now. My doctor does a monthly meeting but it is in Albertville or Guntersville. I would prefer to meet some where closer to home. Driving to Madison or Huntsville would not bother me. I look forward to hearing from you all.