twinmomky
I have been overweight most of my teenage and all of my adult life. I have struggled furiously with every diet, exercise program, prescription and over the counter remedy made and have never lost more than the original 10-15 pounds “typical weight loss”. Over the past several years, as my weight has significantly increased, I have sought the help of my doctors to determine if there’s a medical reason or solution and finally found one. I was so excited to find out that I was a prime candidate for the Lap Band and felt I would finally have some help with this very frustrating and saddening problem.
I had very thoroughly researched this procedure going to three different doctors in my area who perform the procedure, several informational seminars, and countless hours on the internet until I found who my husband and I agreed to be the absolute best ... my hero, Tom Sonnanstine. Most importantly we found a program that wouldn’t just perform the procedure and abandon me to be on my own but would provide lifelong tools and support whenever I needed it. I wasn't just another dollar in dollar out to him, he wholeheartedly wants to see every patient succeed in every way possible just as badly as I want to see myself succeed.
Finally I felt that I had some hope that I wouldn’t have to struggle with my weight, high blood pressure, sleep apnea, back and knee pain, lack of energy and depression. Finally I had hope that I would be able to be the healthy, happy mom to my twins where I can take them to the zoo without terrible pain. A healthy happy wife to my husband where I can feel comfortable in my own body with higher self confidence and just generally feel that I’m going to be around to enjoy my family that I have worked so hard for and love so very much.
Dr. Sonnanstine is undeniably a leader in his field and a man I trust literally with my life. He has given me the tools and the support that I needed and I'm happy to say that post-op I have eliminated the problems with my blood pressure, sleep apnea and joint pain. I can run around and play with my kids, I get such joy out of shopping for new clothes every time I drop a size and little by little I see myself transforming back to the confident and comfortable person I once was.
I still have a long way to go. I'm ashamed to admit that I haven't been exercising as I should be and because of that I haven't dropped as much as I could have or should have by now. But I'm getting back on track and my new goal is to try to tackle just 10 pounds per month at a time. With the great support of family, friends, and the world's best surgeon all on my team, I know I'll get there!
