KELLY Z.
My name is Kelly. I am 38 years old and have a BMI of 57.4. I began my journey into WLS after the birth of my twin sons, Nathaniel and Zachary, who are now 2 1/2 years old. After seeing these two precious beings... I knew I wanted to be here for a long, long time. I want to be able to enjoy and discover life with them. I also have a wonderful and very supportive husband who loves me. We have been together for 15 years and married for almost 8 years. I want us to grow old together.
Currently, I have HBP, GERD, and I am diabetic after having gestational diabetis with the boys. I would love to be off all my medication by next year. I originally looked at the LAP Band surgery. After speaking with my surgeon I opted for RNY surgery instead due to my age and that my husband and I would like to try for another child. My weight loss would be greater in a shorter period of time since I will be approaching 40 when everything is all said and done.
I am not going to lie... I am nervous about the surgery but last January I had LASIK eye surgery and was so nervous about that. It is now one of the best things I could have done for myself. This, I know, will be one of the most difficult things I do in my life, but I have the love and support of my husband. I have a wonderfully supportive mother too! I keep thinking how much more freedom I will have once I take off this extra weight. The things I will be able to do with my boys without dreading or fearing what people think.
