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I am home from my surgery! It was so much better than I expected. I am so happy and amazed I feel so good. It could be that I'm still full of pain meds. Lol I did opt for the pain block from my anesthesiologist...Highly recommended! I was up walking around 15 minutes after coming back to my room. I did not have to stay the night in the hospital. I had a successful swallow test, which allowed me to see my new smaller stomach. So far everything is great! I hope everyone feels this good! Stats: 258 start start 244 surgery day (10 day liquid diet)

Hello, my emotions are going crazy here. I will have my surgery on April 27th! Super excited but also very scared. I had the lapband from 2010-2014, until it slipped. I had to have it removed. I was so sad because i had lost all the weight and wearing a size 8. Since September I gave gained 50 pounds and I am ashamed. I literally won't go see my friends because I do not want to be seen like this. It's hard. I am anxious to get back on track and feel better about myself. I hear so many different things about recovery with this surgery. A lady I work with said she was back to work in 4 days. then I read it can take up to 2 weeks. I am blessed to work from home, so hopefully I will bounce back quickly. I am also scared of failing...Again! I am not overweight because I did well on my own...I have always struggled. I am looking forward to this.

Thanks Magsqoti! What a nice message. I am so happy to hear someone that is doing well so fast. I had my lapband done on a Thursday and was back to work on Monday. I am hoping I bounce back this time also. Nerves are setting in, but your post has given me a little hope that it's possible I won't be in massive pain.

We are all strong and beautiful! We can do this and we have made the choice to do so! I am so excited for so many things. I know...because I've been there...a healthy weight really feels better to me than a cheeseburger tastes. I just need to remind myself of that on a daily basis. We are all going to be so happy and healthy in time. Here's to smaller clothes and bigger smiles!

Hi Debbie! I'm new here too and my sleeve surgery is the same day, April 27th. I have the same nerves and thoughts. I am scared, yet excited for a healthy, active life. I hope it is everything I am hoping for in the long run. Good luck and wishes to you on your day! We will do great!