I'm new! Introduction!
Hello everyone! I promise to upload a picture soon, but right now I'm at work and I don't have access. Anyways, my name is Melissa and I'm 30 years old. I've struggled with my weight for over 15 years now, and I'm finally going to try and beat this thing! I've successfully lost with weigh****chers, but then I failed after reaching the 20lb mark. I did that at least 3 times in that program and gained at least 10 more lbs extra each time... I've tried gym memberships and I've tried dieting on my own. I'm interested in the Lapband surgery, and I just started my first pre-surgery dietician classes.
Alot of people don't think that I need this surgery because I don't look like I weigh a lot. I am 5'11 and I carry all of my weight in my stomach area. I weigh 265 right now, and my BMI is 36. I'd like to lose 90lbs and get back to a healthy weight. Right now I have high cholesterol and I'm at risk of diabetes. I'm going to have a sleep study because we think I have sleep apnea, and I also have horrible pain in my knees and in my back. I'm pretty depressed and I never have the energy to do stuff that needs to be done.
One of my biggest reasons for wanting this surgery now is because my 2.5 year old son has Duchenne muscular dystrophy. His muscles will progressively get weaker and he will eventually be in a wheelchair the rest of his life without the ability to use any of his muscles. I need my body to be healthy for him when he needs me to carry him, lift him, or help him use the bathroom. He is only 30lbs right now and its already a struggle since my back has so much pain.
Thats my story right now. I'm also currently finishing up my pre-requisites for nursing school. I have a lot on my plate, and I need as much energy as possible. I'm excited to get to know each of you! Thanks for reading (listening!).
~Melissa~
Hi Melissa, Welcome to the group! There are more and more bandsters joining all the time. I'm an RNY-er so I probably can't be too much support other than a cheer leader for you, but you have found a wonderful resource in the Maryland message board. This is a wonderfully supportive group of folks both on and off the boards. Hugs, Mo
Comparison is the thief of joy!
If we spend our time comparing our life/weight loss/body to others, we totally miss what WE have accomplished. Keep in mind how far you have come and what you can do now that you couldn't do weeks/months/years ago. I hate the expression " It's all good", but in this case it fits! Wherever you are in your journey ... It's ALL good!!!
Melissa,
Welcome on board. I hope you have a smooth journey from here. I too am in the process of getting lapband and I ma in the middle of pre-op diet before submitting all my paperwork for insurance. Welcome on board and know you are in the right track, once we admit to ourselves that we need real help with this issue, I believe is the most significant milestone.
Ellie 
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