deannhuss
Hey...my name is Kimber and I am 30 years old and have 3 kids. My daughter is 11, my son is 7, and I am adopting my nephew who is 1. Anyways, like most on the Obesity help site I have been overweight since 5th grade. I was teased and made fun of in the 6th grade. A couple of the kids would call me an umpaloompa (off of Charlie and the chocolate factory) because I was short and fat. I started having major self esteem isuees and and they have continued throughout my life. There has been a few times where I lost weight but, I could never keep it off. I felt amazing during those times. It was devistating to gain the weight back plus more. When I decided to have WLS I wasn't sure which surgery to have. I was wanting the lapband at first. After doing tons and tons of research I decided to go with the RNY. I feel I have made a wise choice. I have so many health problems and even my surgeon suggested I go with the RNY. I have one more appt with my weight management doctor on June 22nd then I will be done and on my way. After my appt they will send in for my insurance approval and get my date set up. HOORAY !!! My new life is so close I can taste it.