Mariposa
Hi Everyone!
My name is Pam and I live in San Diego. I recently made the decision to look into getting the lap band surgery. I have my very first appointment next month. I'm not really sure what to expect just yet, they mentioned me having to see a dietitian and be evaluated, etc. so I'm sure thats going to take a while before I even get to meet the surgeon.
I'm almost 29, have three beatiful boys and have been married almost 8 years to the best, most supportive husband ever. He's loved me unconditionally from the beginning and is here supporting me no matter what I decide to do. Frankly, he loves me the way I am and just wants me to be happy. He's tried to get me see things in myself that I have a hard time seeing, but it hasn't worked, I'm just not happy with myself anymore. I'm at my heaviest and have tried and tried to lose weight, but it doesn't want to budge and frankly its hard, my legs hurt all the time and so does my back.
Anyways, sorry for rambling. I joined this group to get some support, some understanding of what I'm going to be getting into, I know this is life changing and certainly not a quick fix, but a tool to get me going. So I hope you all will help me on my journey.
Thank you
Pam
I'm almost 29, have three beatiful boys and have been married almost 8 years to the best, most supportive husband ever. He's loved me unconditionally from the beginning and is here supporting me no matter what I decide to do. Frankly, he loves me the way I am and just wants me to be happy. He's tried to get me see things in myself that I have a hard time seeing, but it hasn't worked, I'm just not happy with myself anymore. I'm at my heaviest and have tried and tried to lose weight, but it doesn't want to budge and frankly its hard, my legs hurt all the time and so does my back.
Anyways, sorry for rambling. I joined this group to get some support, some understanding of what I'm going to be getting into, I know this is life changing and certainly not a quick fix, but a tool to get me going. So I hope you all will help me on my journey.
Thank you
Pam
Hi Pam,
Welcome to the group. We definitely can provide support - we have all been there and do understand. We all tried many different diets - sometimes they worked, other times they didn't, but for whatever reason (at least myself) I wasn't able to maintain that change in diet. With the surgery you will no longer need to diet, you WILL need to make a lifestyle change and eat healthier and in moderation (which is what the surgery helps you do). Also... as you continue on this site you will be reminded that this is a tool. The surgery will help you physically to lose weight, but it will not work on your head. The emotional eating will remain unless you begin to work at it starting now.
Get yourself in a support group and you may also want to consider seeing a therapist. This is an emotional journey you are about to embark on - BUT the ride is so worth it in the end.
It's great to know you have a good support system at home because that will truly help you in your journey.
Welcome to the group. We definitely can provide support - we have all been there and do understand. We all tried many different diets - sometimes they worked, other times they didn't, but for whatever reason (at least myself) I wasn't able to maintain that change in diet. With the surgery you will no longer need to diet, you WILL need to make a lifestyle change and eat healthier and in moderation (which is what the surgery helps you do). Also... as you continue on this site you will be reminded that this is a tool. The surgery will help you physically to lose weight, but it will not work on your head. The emotional eating will remain unless you begin to work at it starting now.
Get yourself in a support group and you may also want to consider seeing a therapist. This is an emotional journey you are about to embark on - BUT the ride is so worth it in the end.
It's great to know you have a good support system at home because that will truly help you in your journey.
http://www.obesityhelp.com/group/misleidy_group
Cathy Olvera
OH Support Group Leader
Bariatric University-Bariatric Coach
