natasha3821

Hi all, I am new to the site and I have recently decided to get the Sleeve, and my husband is not happy about it. He feels that I can lose the weight on my own, I am 293 5'8 ....about a size 18/20...I carry my weight well because of my height so to him I am not an "extreme" case. However my BMI is 44 so ...I am borderline diabetic....and have somewhat of high blood pressure....(my doctor said he would like it to come down a little...like 5 points) I have pretty much made up my mind about this, I have a 17 month old son...and while I really have no other health problems now I don't want to develop them. I watched my grandma (bless her heart) suffer from high blood pressure and diabetes, and kidney failure, and I want to live healthier. I want to be here a longtime to see my son grow up and have kids, I just want a better quality of life. Has any one else had this problem with their family? People think this is the easy way out, but just from me researching this surgeries, this is not easy ...it is ALOT of work! Help me fellow VSG ers! Tasha

Hello, I know it is hard when they aren't in total agreement with the decision, but my husband has kind of just said he will support me even though he doesn't agree. I wish you lots of luck with your surgery, that you have a speedy recovery. I hope SOMEONE well be there with you? I think no matter what you will need some help, especially at first. I am really happy for you and your journey for the new you! I still have a couple more apts before I can even have insurance look at everything, so I am hoping by April I will have surgery. Let me know how everything is and goes! Best Wishes!