miranda2006
I do not remember not having a weight problem. I was always the heavy kid. But when I was a senior is high school I did lose about 40lbs. and for once felt good about myself...then 30 minutes later I had gained 60 lbs. back. I have been up and down since then. The symptoms of being overweight have gotten worse in the past 3 years. I became pregnant Dec. 2003 and about 5 mos. into my pregnancy is when the shortness of breathe, knee and back pain, fatigue, soreness in my legs and feet,and high blood pressure began. I gained 67 lbs. during my pregnancy, and when I delivered my daughter in Sept 2004 I weighed an all-time high of 297 lbs. I lost about 30 lbs afterwards, but have put about 25 lbs. back on. I am not looking for a super-model body, I just want to feel good about myself. The negative self-image is the harders symptom of obesity. No matter how much my husband tells me I am beautiful, I can not feel that way. I know that I am beautiful person on the inside, I just want it to show on the outisde. I do not want to shop in the plus-sizes the rest of my life!
The first time I tryed to have bariatric surgery my insurance turnedme down. Then I married, and changed jobs. My husband's insurance was quickand effeicient. I decided on St. Joe's East, because they seemed to have the best reviews from everyone. And praise the Lord I went there, because they are angels. I am so appreciative of them all.
My surgery is scheduled Dec. 29, 2006 at SJE with Dr. Steiner. I am so ready to become a loser!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
