I have struggled with my weight ever since I was 5 years old (scary). I have close relatives who are very obese. I know there is a chance that I can develop diabetes. I have now decided to go for a sleeve. My surgery date is 21st of June 2013. Is it too drastic? Should I try diet and exercise one more time? The kilos are constantly coming... on average 4-5 lbs a year. I have 3 small kids and the only medication I take is levaxin. How much weight can I expect to loose in one year? Appreciate all answers :-)

I am so excited to read this! You have been doing really well! Would love to follow your progress

Later tonight I will post my progress for you. It's nice to see a low bmi progress because I hit many stalls and thought, this is it! But it's not!

When I decided to get the sleeve my BMI was 18.4 but had to wait to heal from lapband damage. In the waiting process my BMI jumped significantly to 33 something. We all have our reasons and whether you are a low or high BMI.. We're all wanting the same goal. To reach a healthy and happy weight. Good luck.

Also, you already have a surgery date? I thought that a surgeon wouldn't do the surgery unless someone has a BMI over 35 w/ a condition or a BMI of 40?

There's no law or ethics to regulate this.. Just insurance requirements

I was very 'rigid' during the time I was losing, and I have made some of my habits part of my new life and love it.

NtvTxn, I think this must be key. Would you mind expanding on these points? I dream of having your success, and your advice would mean a lot!

I DID IT! And I am happy- so far, so good ! 9 days post- op today. Hardly any pain and nausea (if I don't think of 1st day pre-op....) and weight is going down. I feel hunger, but I am NOT desperate. I can make food for my Family and still keep on the fluid diet with no problems. This is so exciting. I am really ready to make the changes that are needed! I struggle a little bit to get enough fluid, but I am above the minimum intake. Hoping to progress a little on that this week. I almost manage to get in all the proteins, but I am struggling to make time for 6 meals a day (it's hard enough to sit down 5 times ). But, my husband has commented that it is nice that I actually spend some time on each meal now (average 20-30 mins)- he likes to talk .... .

I started with a very low BMI as well. I love an have never regretted it. I was in pretty much the same boat as you were, just didnt want to be where the rest of my family is already! Too fat! I had mine 9 weeks ago. I lost 22# and have 12# more to go. I love it and would do it again in a minute! Expect slower weight loss because of the lower BMI, I did and am not disappointed when I hear of others losing lbs each day when I stay the same or lose a few ounces. It's not a race. You have the rest of your life. Enjoy!

I started with a very low BMI as well. I love an have never regretted it. I was in pretty much the same boat as you were, just didnt want to be where the rest of my family is already! Too fat! I had mine 9 weeks ago. I lost 22# and have 12# more to go. I love it and would do it again in a minute! Expect slower weight loss because of the lower BMI, I did and am not disappointed when I hear of others losing lbs each day when I stay the same or lose a few ounces. It's not a race. You have the rest of your life. Enjoy!

Thanks! Good luck to you too! You are doing great!