My kids never mentioned a thing to me. But I know it had to be hard having a Mom my size. It's hard enough being a kid, without having a Mom so openly different.
Their life was directly affected by my morbid obesity. Never mind the teasing, but I was simply incapable of so many things. All that physical activity, vacations, day to day things - things I just couldn't participate in.
Though they never said anything to me, now that I've lost the weight, they don't
stop telling me how proud they are of me. They love "showing me off." They love how I dress. Heck we even share clothing now. They love how active and productive I am instead of just lazing around on the couch.
Kids can be cruel. And I'm so sorry that you're experiencing this. It drives me crazy just how cruel children can be.
Yes, your children and the quality of your life that you are missing out on are all reasons to change and can be great motivation for you. Now it's time to use that motivation to make a
commitment to do what's necessary to ensure the highest quality of life for your family. And you are indeed a very special part of that family.