Jump to content
×
Are you looking for the BariatricPal Store? Go now!

Recommended Posts

As a mother of two small children I could not be happier to know I'm making a life change that will make all of our lives better. I just got my surgery date two weeks ago for the end of January. I have struggled from the beginning with losing the weight my insurance company requires (a certain percentage). I need to loose ten more pounds to get approved. I'm struggling with being motivated because I'm having a hard time putting myself first. I have explained to my family how important this is to me and for them for so many reasons. I have said over and over how the gym and eating more healthy needs to be a priority. I know they hear me and want to be supportive, but I'm not sure they're really listening. Until recently I had been walking a lot and putting my boys in the stroller but that's not possible now because it's just too cold and I even gained two pounds. :-[ By the time my day is finished, I often feel I have nothing left for myself.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Put you first! I know this is easier said for me because I don't have kids. But really you need a second for yourself. Even if you can walk up and down some stairs when your kids go to sleep or nap. Do you have help? Use it abuse it if you can. YOU CAN DO IT! I'm a strong beliver in if you belive it it'll happen. Only posativity!

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

You can do this! Have you thought about leveraging the liquid Protein diet now? I lost over 10 lbs just doing that in 10 days and it shrinks your liver in preparation for surgery. If you started that process now and I promise it is not that bad, you would meet your goals easily!

I know if you want this bad enough you can lose what you need to in order to get approved. Keep your eye on the prize. It will change your life very quickly and it is well worth the effort.

You need to look in the mirror and tell yourself you can do this!

Good luck!

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

The only reason that I managed to lose weight for insurance was because I started using Protein Shakes. I cut carbs out of my diet also. I had plenty of energy to get done what needed to be done and even took a Water aerobics class! I lost the weight that I needed to. I hope this helps.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

You can always add your kids to your routine. Cleaning helps burn calories you just have to change things up you can do it

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

I know how it is with you family because I have five teenagers and my youngest son is in so many sports that I'm constantly running around with him. I have also carved out time for me to go to the gym six days a week while he's in school so I can go to his games or pick him up from practice. Being a mother is never an easy job but as the weight comes off it will be easier.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now

  • Trending Products

  • Trending Topics

  • Recent Status Updates

    • Alisa_S

      Gearing up for my consult 01/14! Starting to get a little nervous.
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
    • Goyafigs

      I had VSG 11.20.24 with Miguel Burch, MD Cedars-Sinai and I am 1 month post-op. 
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
    • DaisyChainOz

      🥳 Jan 1 2025 - Day 1 of Pre Op, surgery on the 16th! 😬😅
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
    • Alisa_S

      Just been waiting until time for my consult with my bariatric surgeon. It's scheduled for Jan 9th. Turns out I won't actually be seeing him. Apparently it'll be with his P.A.             Not sure what to expect. I thought this is where the surgeon would discuss the best surgery option for me. For years I had my heart set on the sleeve, but I've read so many people have issues with reflux - even if they've never had it before - that they've had to be revised to the bypass. I already deal with GERD & take 40 mg of Omeprazole daily, so I started studying about bypass and honestly, it seems like it might be the better choice for me. How can we discuss surgery options if the surgeon is not there?
      What happened at your first consult? Trying to get an idea of what to expect, or maybe I should say, what NOT to expect.
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
    • rinabobina

      I would like to know what questions you wish you had asked prior to your duodenal switch surgery?
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
  • Recent Topics

  • Hot Products

  • Sign Up For
    Our Newsletter

    Follow us for the latest news
    and special product offers!
  • Together, we have lost...
      lbs

    PatchAid Vitamin Patches

    ×