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I am new to this board. I have read some of the previous threads and am encouraged to see the support that is given.
I would love to share some of my background.
I have been struggling with symptoms of IBS for 8 years. There are some life changes that have been affecting my symptoms lately, that have have been difficult and discouraging.
I am newly separated from my husband, and will be raising my two children, aged 2 and 7. I have, as well, been overweight since my first pregnancy. My metabolism seems to be at a standstill, with my weight staying the same (around 240 lbs). These days with all the stress, it seems like everything I eat has been affecting my gut. It is a good thing that my full time job is one where I have easy access to a washroom and can take the necessary/sudden dashes for relief.
I am at a point in my life where I need to lose weight, desparately. My weight, I'm sure, is the cause to a lot of health issues I have. I am very out of shape, unable to play with my kids like I want, and it does not help my IBS at all. I also suffer from depression and an anxiety disorder which affects my IBS too. Gosh, when are things going to go right for me. I know that it is up to me to take control and start working on losing weight. But I'm sure I'm not the only one who puts themselves last. For me, I take care of everyone else first, and am so tired after that, that I don't take care of myself. Does this sound familiar to anyone? I know I will have to take it a day at a time, but I am one of these people who wants solutions quickly. Any words of encouragement would be greatly appreciated at this time. I am in for a struggle in this next year, sorting out my separation and making the transition a smooth one for my children, but how do I as well make strides in improving my health? It seems so hard at this point.
Thanks for the opportunity to vent and reach out.

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