New DS'er in Philadelphia area for friend to go through this journey with

Hi.  I am a 34 year old mom of 4 and had the DS a little over a week ago.  I would love to have someone to share experiences with, I already find it hard because i feel like my family doesn't ubderstand what i;m going through.  Any takers????

Hi
I live outside of Philadelphia, and hope to have RNY in a couple of months.  Although I don't have little kids any more (my youngest is in college), I understand what you're going through with family.  Although my husband doesn't really understand, he is very supportive.  My kids don't say much at all, - of course 2 of the 3 are very thin (my daughter is 6 ft tall, 140 lbs).  My elderly mother is dead set against it, so I need to be careful what I say.

I think it's great that you went ahead and did something so positive for you and your health. 

Take Care

Hi Eliza, 
Good luck with the RNY, who is your surgeon? Where outside of Philly are you from? I didn't mean to make it sound like my husband wasn't supportive because he is,  i just feel like i want to talk to someone who knows exactly what i'm going through. He listens to me but can't fully understand.  My girls (8 and 9) don't understand why i did his, they thought i was perfect the way i was.  Lol....cute kids. 
Thanks so much for the response,  It's nice to know someone was looking. 
Have a great day,  
                           Gina

Hi Gina

I didn't see your response - I appologize.  I looked at your doctor, and we're in the same practice.  I'm with Dr. G.  So if you're looking for someone local to talk to, you've got it.  I live in Horsham, not too far from the Naval base.

Do you happen to go to the Tues evening support group?

Take Care, and best of luck on the loser's bench!

Eliza