skeptic76

That is my next step...went to my seminar on Monday. It just saddened, yet motivated, me to want to do this. There were people in wheelchairs, breathing heavy and on oxygen. I pray to God that it doesnt happen to me. I will not tell ANYONE what I topped out at(only that it was over 300!!!)...but I have lost a significant amount of weight, but still need to lose A LOT MORE!!! What info can you give me to ease some of my fears and doubts??

Thanks you guys!!! I think what scares me the most is that people die and have strokes from having the surgery. I too, like Vanna, want to be around to raise my daughter and play without getting exhausted. It is not totally cosmetic for me because even though I am a full figured woman, I have the confidence of a woman half my size I just want that sense of well being, and to be an example for my daughter when she is older. How can I teach her to eat right and be healthy, when I am not doing the same. Please just guide me through this. I have far exceeded my 6 month monitored weight loss. Just gotta take the next steps... I do have a few ?'s 1. How long is the recovery after the surgery? How long is the hospital stay? 2. When can I go back to work? 3. Will I still be able to play with my baby or will I be out of it for a few months???

I am new to all of this. I have been taking phentermine since october, but my weight has now plateaued. But I am afraid to stop taking it because I dont want to gain back the weight that I have lost!!! I had a baby 10 months ago and since then I have lost my baby weight and then some. My doc suggested the weight loss surgery because I am having some issues with my blood pressure. Can u guys give me some insight into what is better...band or bypass??!!?? I am so afraid...PLEASE HELP!!!