southenbelle 11 Posted May 19, 2016 Hi my name is Teresea and I live in VA. I'm on the road to getting my surgery. I really need some support. My family is not very supportive of my decision. Help! Sent from my MotoE2(4G-LTE) using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
losingtheselumps 93 Posted May 19, 2016 Welcome Teresa! You will find a lot of support here. I'm sorry that your family isn't very supportive. I know that can make things tough. Just know that you are doing something great for your health and life. We support you!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jane13 2,256 Posted May 19, 2016 @@southenbelle - unfortunately no everyone has family 'on board' but we are here for you. We MAY NOT agree all the time but we all care... welcome! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
southenbelle 11 Posted May 19, 2016 Thanks everyone! Sent from my MotoE2(4G-LTE) using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Frank69 157 Posted May 19, 2016 Your in the right place. Good luck Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AnA92212 577 Posted May 19, 2016 My mom was not very supportive but my husband's family has been. This is a great place for advice and support. Good luck on your journey. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
EmilyJune 43 Posted May 19, 2016 Congrats on making the decision to get surgery and making a healthy life change. My mom is my primary support because she had the gastric bypass about 5 years ago and lost over 400 lbs. My husband supports me most days and he is heavy and feels I will leave him but I am not that type of person so everyone has differently levels of support, but ultimately it's something you need to do for yourself to be happy and healthy. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
southenbelle 11 Posted May 19, 2016 Thanks for replying. My mom is the one that doesn't want me to have surgery. My dad, children and boyfriend is pretty supportive. I just wish she would get on board. Sent from my MotoE2(4G-LTE) using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites