I have done research on the internet and via materials given to me by the bariatric clinic.

My BMI is 42 so I am at 100% risk for co-morbidities.

My husband says that he is fine with whatever decision I make. If I choose not to have a surgery we need to know that we will have a shorter life together...but if that is my decision, stop moping about the weight, go shopping and get a great wardrobe and move on.

I talked with my kids and my daughters really had a fit. That it is a waste of money on the same platform as breast enlargement.

Very hard decision to make.:tt1:

this decision is yours alone for me it is being able to play with my not yet born grandson. living a longer life to be with him and my family. for me my whole family is behind me because they know how i hate being fat and unable to move around like i would like to. the pain in my feet is a deal breaker too. i hope that you really think things through and by all means this is not like breast enlargement. i have my sx on the 25th and yes i am scared but excited at the same time. good luck

I am also 42 BMI. I have 3 small kids and i decided to have the surgery on sept 30th. i am skeptical at times but when i think of the heath beneffits and being able to be around for my kids i am willing to do anything. my husband loves me just as i am but he wants me healthy.

good luck with you decision...remember you r the one that has to make up your mind other people can have an opinion but dont let it stop you.

vic