NavarreMom

I started this process in June/2015 the surgery was August/2015. I went through so many different emotions, one of the largest hurdles was bored eating. My family didn't support me. The only 2 people that did was my husband and sister. Everyone else said it was the "easy way out". I couldn't play with my children. Go on field trips with them or anything like that. I would sit on the bench during the time at the park because I couldn't keep up with them with out feeling out of breath and embarrassing them. I Had to sleep downstairs sometimes because I couldn't make it up stairs. (Laziness) Coming to this decision was never an easy task, but ultimately the best decision I've made in a long time. I've hit stalls, have extra skin, boobs are non existent etc,   but I wouldn't change anything about this journey. Sure I can't eat like I did before but who would miss that when that's the reason I was overweight to begin with. There are days that I want a burger with the works lol, but I'm learning to curb my cravings or wants. I love the new me and I won't allow food to win ever again.

All the best to you! Sounds like you're just a couple steps away from having that long awaited surgery date scheduled! :-)
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Not quite a 100 pounds yet....but 83 at 7 months out. I did lose about 15 of those pounds before surgery. Super happy with progress thus far.

This is just around the 100 mark and was approximately 6 mos post-op. I am now just over 9 mos and down 125 & counting. Good luck!

Here you go! Lost 94, but close enough!

I didn't tell my parents or my brother. At 43 I don't need permission, they tend to worry a lot so I wanted to save them the stress. Plus my mom already thinks my waistline is open for discussion.... Why add to my stress? My relationship with my parents is long distance but very loving. Their concern for my weight is concern for my health. Next time they see me what a sweet surprise! And worry free for them. My point it is your decision not your spouses decision on who you tell. My husband and only 3 close friends know. My young children have no clue what the operation was about.

Hey guys ! I was the one who started this thread and I'm so glad to see you all connecting. Here's a little photo update on me . Right now I'm just working on getting workouts in. I've been in and out of the hospital since my pouch keeps getting restricted but I'm doing well now. I've stalled for the second time so I'm going to kick up the workouts and Protein to try and get the scale moving again. Hope you all are doing well. And you can find me on instagram @theshrinkingdutchess .