Still pregnant after 16 years!!!

[tea-el-w]

Well guys here's my story...almost 16 years ago I gave birth to my son. I went in at 230 lbs and I'm still there today. I had him by c-section with numerous complications that really changed my life. I spent the first 1.5 months of his life in ICU and the next 2 months after that unable to hold my kiddo! But I finally got past all that and started living life again, but at a much larger size than before I got pregnant. It has been hard the last 16 years trying to lose the weight and having no luck! So, I talked to my surgeon about the sleeve. It has taken me since January to get through the red tape from the insurance but I am approved and will have to pay very little out of pocket since I've met all of my deductible and majority of my co-insurance. I am excited and scared at the same time. My husband is amazing and very supportive but he too is a little nervous. You see after many horrible mistakes in both our lives we finally found each other and finally have the life, love, and support we both had always longed for and neither of us want to do anything that will put that at risk. I know there is very little risk with the sleeve compared to other surgeries but it is always a concern for me. I read the blogs on here about everyone's progress but still have no idea what to expect. Any comments about whats in store for me would be greatly appreciated. I will update as i go...thanks for reading and supporting.

[luke]

You'll do great! And we'll be here to cheer you on as well as your husband!

[Char75]

I haven't had the surgery yet, but like you I have concerns. It is major surgery and the worry is always going to be there. For me, I am more excited than worried at this point but I know as it gets closer to August 23rd, my nerves will spike. You'll do great and when I start to feel those "nervous jitter bugs", I remind myself why I am doing this. Best of luck on your journey!

[Town976]

Everyone has there own experience. I had it relatively easy. Easy time in hospital, only took pain meds once once I got home. A few spasms that the doctor sent me home with medicine for. A little nausea that I got medicine for and a few gas pains that are not unbearable. I am 5 days post op and feeling great!

[vickybeads]

You can do this! We'll be here to emotionally support you and your hubby through the journey. Keep in touch.

[tea-el-w]

Thanks for the support guys! Knowing others in the same boat will make this journey easier!

[mstinab]

I am too excited and a tad nervous. 24 hours from now, I will be getting on the operating table! woohoo!

[texaslacey]

i think we all get a bit nervous about surgery.. i haven't gotten my date yet but sooo excited to get a move on.. good luck tomorrow and keep us all posted

[Rox]

I'm 2 days away and still nervous, but as I told my husband. I think I am more afraid of what will happen if I don't have this surgery and get this weight under control.

[Luvtoteach]

Good luck on your journey, my hubby is really nervous too. They just love us and worry.

[ximmia]

You'll do great, and the community here is fab. Keep us posted.