Hi I'm Laura 26 year old wife and foster mom of two right now.

I have suffered with being obese since I was a teen. I was diagnosed at age 16 with PCOS and have struggled with it since than. This is the highest weight I have ever been and am tired of struggling with it.

I can barely put my own shoes on let alone change my 1 year old foster daughter or chase after my 2 year old.

I am sick of being depressed and eating and gaining more making me more depressed. I am tired all the time and getting sick WAY TOO MUCH! I am tired of letting my life slip by while I sit on the couch barely going out.

I just had to go to doctor last week for a ruptured ear drum and when there I found out I am diabetic and high blood pressure. Forever these have just been borderline but now they are full blown. So i am on a mission to not follow in my parents foot steps any more.

I am kicking diabetes, hypertension, depression and this fat OUT OF MY LIFE for good. I am glad I found these forums they are GREAT.

Hi. Welcome. You can do it! I think the best start would be to start eating right with fruits, veggies, and lean meats.

You can do it!

Welcome! I love your attitude and commitment...it's the first step in this journey. Good luck kicking butt and taking names!

Laura, welcome, glad to have you join us. I suggest you look for a Challenge or Support group to join; small check-in groups make it easier to connect, get involved, and be accountable. We have groups centering around specific diet plans, themes, or age groups, so find one that inspires you and just post to join! Be sure to check out the 20-somethings and the Dieting with Obstacles.