Racquel

So tommorow is my pre-op consultation with my doctor.. Any last minute advice???

Thanks for the responses guys... Im headed out right now with a list of about 20 questions.. Im Nervous and excited @ the same time... Just realized it St. Patty's day and i have a tiny bit of Irish in me so im Feeling lucky!!

My name is Racquel im 21 years old. I have been overwieght basically my whole life. I have tried diets and working out with no results. My mom was the one who recommended the Lapband Surgery to me and after looking into i realized this would be the best option for me. I am just beginning my Lap Band Process. I have my initial consultation on March 18,2011. I came to the site seeking support for others who have already been through the process . So Questions ask away??? I have questions of my own Is there anything I should make sure to ask my doctor in my consultation? How long after the consultation will the surgery occur? Did you guys share with your close friends about the surgery?

I will defiantly keep you guys updated... Thanks for all the support thus far!! Its really helping me to solidify my decision

This is so amazing to me! Congrat to you! You are truly and inspiration to me for my future.. I will probably be asking you tons of questions Thank you for all your help in these 2 post! I will defiantly keep you updated on everything Thanks again Racquel

I am in college i go to a small christian school. The good thing is i did my party mode early and i do have a drink occasionally but nothing like it use to be. Thanks so much for all your insight i really appreciate it. I cant wait for my consultation after finding this forumn and reading everyones stories. I have told my best friend but that it the only person that knows beside my family members. My mom was able to loose her wieght with excerise and she has lost over 100 lbs. I dont want people to judge me thinking that i am taking the easy way out in some way. I plan on using the Band as a tool to help me in my weight loss not as a way for instant wieght loss and i know that it will be a constant struggle but IM READY FOR SUCCESS.. I hope all goes well with your surgery. Ive seen on here that most people start a liquid diet 14 days prior to surgery. Was that required by your dr?

My name is Racquel im 21 years old. I have been overwieght basically my whole life. I have tried diets and working out with no results. My mom was the one who recommended the Lapband Surgery to me and after looking into i realized this would be the best option for me. I am just beginning my Lap Band Process. I have my initial consultation on March 18,2011. I came to the site seeking support for others who have already been through the process . So Questions ask away??? I have questions of my own Is there anything I should make sure to ask my doctor in my consultation? How long after the consultation will the surgery occur? Did you guys share with your close friends about the surgery?