Okay so now that I am in the final leg of my journey to banding, lots of things are running through my head. A lot of "what if".

What if something goes wrong?HOw will I pay to fix it since I am self pay?

What if they find something else wrong inside while they are in there?

What if it doesn't work?

And the ultimate...what if I die?

I am finding myself dwelling on these most of the day. I don't let it show on the outside. On the outside, I am confident, calm, collected. I am so nervous on the inside that I am chewing up the inside of my cheeks. A nasty habit I do without even realizing it until it is all chewed up and hurting.

I had some of the same fears. I was banded on 3/25 and what I have found is if you have chosen a good dr and bariactric program then you will do fine. They are the best support I have other than my family. All of my questions are answered and I feel confident, but that is only because of the system I chose to use. I am also learning that the band will work if you will let it. It is not a miracle cure, but a tool and if you listen to it you will suceed. You will do fine. If you are determined to get the weight off then the band will work with you! I also made a list of all the questions and I all my concerned address before I had the procedure and so I felt confident when I went in for my surgery! Good Luck and with determination you will do great!

See, my problem is that I have had all these questions answered. I love my dr and the staff is great!

I just started dwelling on them again today. I guess it is nerves. I know this is the right thing to do for me. Thanks for the pep talk. I just need to keep my feet grounded and my eyes ahead on the prize. Thanks so much!!

You will be fine! Please think positive and know in your heart that all will go fine. We are all pulling for you- cheering you on- and confident that all will be wonderful for you!! Congratulations on your new start in life! Best wishes always! I will be banded on June 18th and I am so looking forward to becoming healthier and light on my feet!!!

Be happy about the wonderful gift you have been given. And know that a lot of others have had a lot of the same fears and made it through. What helped me was a wonderful support group, lots of prayers, and knowing that I was doing it for the right reasons, and the great health that is in store. Good luck to you. You are in my prayers

I am almost ready for surgery. Can any tell me what the diet is after surgery.

Anglov, Iam sure I will be having the same concerns as I get closer to my surgery. It is normal and natural to have doubts and wonder if we are making good decisions. I know I have a good doctor but the thing that keeps me confident is knowing that I am doing this for my health and my family. That knowledge makes me just a little braver. I want to be a good role model for my children and grandchildren. Also, I feel that I will be worse off if I don't try to help myself. Best wishes and prayers for You.