OMG! If I have to hear that one more time I'm going to go chuck Norris on someone! I have heard every bad experience anyone has ever had, along with why dont you do it the hard way and work out and diet. Obviously people don't realize how hard it is to get 240lbs (5'5) moving on a elliptical machine. Oh not to mention I donate to the gym every month right now. But a little info on me, since I just joined this site is that I am 23 yrs old, single mother to one beautiful 2 1/2 yr old. I weigh 240 and I am 5'5, currently wearing a size 22 pants. I have attended my seminar and I am scheduled next Wednesday for my initial consultation appointment. Found this app hoping to talk to other people who are starting their journey and read others success stories!

I'm 19 ' date=' 5'1 , and 248 lbs. I wear a size 16/18 :/ people don't realize honestly that by me being over weight , that I am slowly dying ! What's the difference ??? Lol were all dying you know ![/quote']

How do you wear a 16/18 I'm 5'1 and when I was 247 I couldn't fit in anything smaller than a 22!

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People are all different but, in the end THIS decision is your own. You are the one who will live your choice, no one else. Some comments will be condescending and others supportive. The ones that count are the comments you're telling yourself Shrug them off and let them know you appreciate their concern but, you and your surgeon know whats best for you.

The best weapon is being all studied up for yourself. Obtain all the info you can to keep yourself well informed, on track and prepare for the changes that come along.

Good luck!

Realize that you likely know more about this surgery than they do. Let them tell you how great you look afterwards!

With my surgery team we have to see a bariatric therapist. When he asked me of I knew of the complications. I told him that I knew that you can die from the surgery, but I am going to die without it. I was deemed ok to have surgery.

My husband and I are at the end of our pre-op check list.. We Have our EEG's this Saturday and we will be ready to schedule surgery dates a week later. But, I guess knowing that it will be a while before I can have my favorite foods, I have been eating more than I ever have. I know I wont have a problem changing my diet once the Doctor schedules my surgery, but I just want to know is this normal? I feel almost like I havent had to really watch my diet as much because help is on the way... Then I feel so guilty... Anyone else have this issue before surgery?

I appologize everyone, that last post from me was not suppose to go under the topic, my phone acting silly.

How do you wear a 16/18 I'm 5'1 and when I was 247 I couldn't fit in anything smaller than a 22!

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Yeah I'm only 235 and I wear a 20/22

I don't think many people truly understand how hard this process is. I am 1 month post op and have dealt with issues I never dreamed I would have to deal with. This has been the hardest thing I have ever done, but is also the most rewarding. I know in the end I will be healthy and have my life back!

I did not realize I would miss chewing my food. However it is the first time I have truly enjoyed eating. Last week I could eat mashed potatoes and I savord ever bite! I look forward to trying new foods.

Keep your head up and listen to your heart!

Hi music,

Yes, hardest thing ever ........ Ive ever done.

With my surgery team we have to see a bariatric therapist. When he asked me of I knew of the complications. I told him that I knew that you can die from the surgery, but I am going to die without it. I was deemed ok to have surgery.

I have to see one too, I am scheduled on the 10th of July to do that part. But yes exactly because my quality of life right now I am slowly dying anyways.

Hey I'm "technically" in the Fresno area! I'm in Merced but had my surgery at the Fresno Heart and Surgical Center!

I've been having a lot of people uneducated on the procedure try to down me for my decision. Sometimes, educating them is worth it, others not. But it is something how you're given their opinion like it really matters to you. If it mattered that much to you, you would have asked for it before you decided on the procedure.

How do you wear a 16/18 I'm 5'1 and when I was 247 I couldn't fit in anything smaller than a 22!

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I am a cheerleader so I have a lot of bone mass . I have always worn a 15/16 but when I gained weight I would wear a size 18 but they were kind of big . I'm really solid and have never had a lot of stomach ! Just thighs and booty ! I have big arms but they are the right size since u lift girls for a living .... But honestly.

Everyone carries their weight differently. Actually when I did weigh 190, I wore at 13/14 ! So I guess everyone is different !

OMG! If I have to hear that one more time I'm going to go chuck Norris on someone! I have heard every bad experience anyone has ever had' date=' along with why dont you do it the hard way and work out and diet. Obviously people don't realize how hard it is to get 240lbs (5'5) moving on a elliptical machine. Oh not to mention I donate to the gym every month right now. But a little info on me, since I just joined this site is that I am 23 yrs old, single mother to one beautiful 2 1/2 yr old. I weigh 240 and I am 5'5, currently wearing a size 22 pants. I have attended my seminar and I am scheduled next Wednesday for my initial consultation appointment. Found this app hoping to talk to other people who are starting their journey and read others success stories![/quote']

Landensmommy, THANK YOU FOR THIS POST! I just had ANOTHER heart to heart with my husband (who's 6'5 and 230- perfect) who can't seem to get past "You know what's healthy so why can't you just eat that?" It is impossible to explain the WHY of my food addiction to someone who has no unhealthy vices. So hurt and pissed.

Yup even 4 years post op I still hear people talk with their ignorance. Unfortunately you can not change people or their way of thinking. BUT you can change your thinking for yourself. Of surgery is what you want then go for it, I did! I honestly didn't tell anyone in my family other than my parents, brothers and a very select few aunts that I was having RNY. I knew I wanted this for ME and I knew the first few months were gonna be tough and that the negative feedback was something I did NOT NEED. So that's how I kept it away until I was ready to tell my family and friends. Over the the years I learned you can never change ignorance.