Gayle

I do actually see a therapist on a regular basis. And he really isn't like this that much anymore, he use to be when we were starting out, but after a few times of me kicking his ass for doing that he almost completely stopped. Unfortunately, he sounds just like my dad, this seems like exactly something my dad would say. I am kind of use to it, but don't worry, I'm not letting him abuse me. I kicked his ass again. I made him promise that he won't say anything negative anymore. It could have come from that I told him he couldn't talk about my weight anymore, and he hadn't in such a long time and he is so worried about me having surgery and getting hurt that he lost his cool. But he is going to support me now, and I told him that he will buy me a pillow pet for me to have in the hospital the Mr. Bear. So I will call him Mr. Bandy Bear

Thanks everybody. He did wind up apologizing, but I don't really feel like he is actually sorry for saying it. I am actually planning on having the surgery in April because my insurace covers this surgery like any other surgery, meaning that if the doctor says I need it than that is all the authorization they need. That is fantastic for me. I am meeting with the surgeon on the 14th. And the funny thing is that his name is Dr. Valentine

I am having a panic attack today about my decision. So to put my mind at ease I would like some information from fellow band members What is a good shopping list for me to make sure I have for the first few weeks. What were your favorite things to have after the surgery. What should I take to the hospital? I will stay overnight, so what will I need. Please tell me about what you had to go through to be allowed to have the surgery and your surgery story. I think the answers to these things will help me feel better. Thanks everybody!

I'll be here, and I can be your friend if you want. I really need somebody to talk to also. I am very concerned. Maybe you can send me a message and we can be buddies

My name is Gayle. I am 20 years old from Idaho. I have been struggling with weight for so long, and found out two years ago that I am severely hypothyroid. Even though I am being medicated for that I am having such a hard time losing weight. For me it takes all or nothing, and unfortunately when I work so hard to lose just a few pounds for some reason my mind gives up and doesn't care, and I can't make it care. I am seriously considering the LapBand, going to a seminar this Wednesday. Any information or stories you guys could tell me about it would be great!

Can you tell me what requirements you had to go through for the pre op and how long that took?