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Scared And Excited!

Hello! My name is Melissa and I'm from New Jersey. I've been struggling with my weight since college and finally decided to do something about it. I'm 32 and I have two small children who I would like to keep up with! My BMI is about a 35, and I have sleep apnea and depression. Ive tried diet and exercise but nothing seems to work for me. I'm going to a seminar on Tuesday and I am so scared. I'm scared about the pre-op diet, the surgery itself, post-op, EVERYTHING! I'm wondering what holidays will look like after I've had the surgery.... Will I be sitting in the corner with some applesauce while everyone is enjoying the turkey and stuffing?? I love food!!! I guess I could just use some words of encouragement. I'm so glad I stumbled on this website!

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    I hear ya sister. Im 45 and live in NYC. I'm 5'7" and 200 lbs. I have 2 small kids ( 7 and 2 years old) and have had back surgery for a herniated disc. My back pain really slows me down and I am

  • secondchancesally
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    Thanks for sharing the background on yourself. Some days I read the scary posts. Some days I read the inspirational posts. None of us really knows how things will turn out for us. I want to know t

  • Thank you so much for your kind words everyone! While my husband is supportive, he doesn't really understand what I am going through. It's nice to have a place full of people who really get it!

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Lapband, gastric, lipo suction, die pills, whatever it is.. we still gotta eat right, exercise & take care of ourselves.. so let's do this people! Let's get in shape & look great!! :-)

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