Hi my name is Teresea and I live in VA. I'm on the road to getting my surgery. I really need some support. My family is not very supportive of my decision. Help!

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Welcome Teresa! You will find a lot of support here. I'm sorry that your family isn't very supportive. I know that can make things tough. Just know that you are doing something great for your health and life. We support you!!

@@southenbelle - unfortunately no everyone has family 'on board' but we are here for you. We MAY NOT agree all the time but we all care...

welcome!

Thanks everyone!

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Your in the right place. Good luck

My mom was not very supportive but my husband's family has been. This is a great place for advice and support. Good luck on your journey.

Congrats on making the decision to get surgery and making a healthy life change. My mom is my primary support because she had the gastric bypass about 5 years ago and lost over 400 lbs. My husband supports me most days and he is heavy and feels I will leave him but I am not that type of person so everyone has differently levels of support, but ultimately it's something you need to do for yourself to be happy and healthy.

Thanks for replying. My mom is the one that doesn't want me to have surgery. My dad, children and boyfriend is pretty supportive. I just wish she would get on board.

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