Mommy2R
Hi! My name is Lisa. I am 36 years old. I am married and have 2 awesome little girls, 6 yrs old and 18 mths. I have not always been overweight. When I graduated from high school I weighed 145 lbs and was very happy with my weight. When I was about 21, and moved away from home for the first time, my weight battle began. Over the years, the pounds have just packed on. I wish I could blame it on my babies, but I can't. I gained a modest amount of weight with both and was at my pre-pregnacy weight within weeks of delivery. I quit smoking a little over 3 years ago and that added 40 lbs in the blink of an eye. However, I am so thankful that I quit!! So at 288 lbs, I'm ready to change my life!!
I have considered weightloss surgery for several years now. I actually became very serious about it in January of 2008 and made an appointment with my primary care doctor for a complete physical exam before I started my journey. I went to have my pre-physical bloodwork a week before my actual appointment. In between the bloodwork and appointment, I got a little surprise...I was pregnant!!! My daughter is now 18 months old. Now I'm sure there will be no more babies in my future and I'm ready for this life changing event!!
When I first thought about weightloss surgery, I was almost certain I was going to have lap-band surgery. However, after a lot of research, I have decided RNY is the right choice for me. I received my surgery date today, I will be having my RNY on June 16, 2010. I am sooo excited, but am also worried and scared. I pray that I am making the right decision for me and my family!!
