lindkind

I have been overweight since I was 6 years old.  I have done probably every "fad" diet there is out there and have never had long-term results.  After I had both of my children I continued to gain weight...then lose, gain....then lose.  I am at my all-time high right now at 269, which is 22lbs more than I weighed 9 months pregnant.  I am miserable.  I have increasing health problems.  I can't keep up with my children.  I have numbness in my extremities often and shortness of breath.  I'm a nurse and I can't work because I can't go more than a couple hours without getting tired and irritable.  I have been considering lap band for the past 2 years.  I don't have insurance so I have had to save up to have the surgery.  I'm going for my consult next week and I am excited and nervous.  I feel this is the absolute best thing for my health and my self esteem.  I'm doing this for me and my family.  I feel I have exhausted all other options.  I am constantly reading about pros and cons of the surgery even though I am certain of having it.  Just me being a worry-wart!  I hope to get the support I need through my family and this website.