Health and Loving Yourself

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Health and body positivity post from Tabitha


Hi everyone, so I mentioned in a post a few weeks ago that I'm working through some health issues. I wanted to share a little bit about that today. Please remember that this is my personal battle. I'm not looking for sympathy or pity. I'm not looking for criticism either. Being overweight and unhealthy sucks, but I've learned to accept my condition and I am taking action to improve my health.  I want to share more about my condition so that you can understand what's happening and why I am sensitive when it comes to people wondering about us having kids. I feel comfortable sharing this much with you all.
I've been overweight for a while. I had a problem with portion control, sugar addiction, and emotional eating. Since my weight gain was steady, for a long time, I didn't really notice it. Before I knew it, I was way over what my weight should be. I was constantly tired and cranky. Other health problems started to creep up.
Last year, I started making changes to eat healthier. Despite my efforts, I GAINED 30 pounds in a year! I was shocked and discouraged. I went to the doctor last month and learned that  I have PCOS-poly cystic ovarian syndrome. Basically I have insulin resistance and my hormones are all messed up. I have difficulty ovulating and having regular menstrual periods. I will need to get my insulin resistance and ovulation under control before I can think about getting pregnant. Even then, I may need some help.
I've started taking Metformin to help with my insulin resistance. Next month, I'll follow up with the doctor and go from there. I'm also reevaluating my eating and exercise habits. I will continue to tweak them as needed. I'm trying to eat more fruits and vegetables and drink more water. I've also been cutting back on my chocolate and candy intake. It's been hard, but I'm already seeing great results!
I still have a long way to go on my journey, but I'm learning to love myself and take care of myself better. I'm learning to love myself as I am right now, while still looking to the future and visualizing a healthier, smaller version of myself. I want to take care of myself NOW so that my health problems don't get worse.
I'm the happiest I've been in a while and I'm grateful for the support of friends and family. I'm excited for this next part of my life as I improve my health and sculpt a better version of me.

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