Mommy2Ps

I'm struggling with the same issues. Wanting to tell, but not wanting the pressure of telling certain people. I'm not going to blast it on FB, that's for damn sure!! I mentioned it to my mom and made her swear to keep her big mouth shut. So far, so good, but I doubt she's keeping up her end. She lives out of state. The women in my family have very loose lips. They mean well, but I don't hold my breath that the rest of the family doesn't know. My DH's family are local and I'm sure I'll tell them when the time comes, but not a minute before. I think they will be pleased as I know they only want what's best for me. My dilemma is with my coworkers. I'm one of the youngest in my office of about 30 people. A small office. The older ladies love to gossip and I see the looks when I bring in fast food for lunch. I also see the looks when I'm eating a Lean Cuisine. It never fails, they are the food police now and I know it would only get worse if they knew I was getting banded, or when I am banded. I plan on telling my boss (only for time off reasons), but I'm going to swear him to secrecy too. Once I'm banded, I will decide who to tell on a case by case basis. Like others have said, it's a personal decision. Good luck!!!

I'm SOOO putting the cart before the horse as I haven't even been approved for surgery YET, but for those banders... Is there anyone who stopped weighing themselves right after the surgery?? I'm thinking about ditching my scale and just relying on the office visits to know the digits. I'm thinking about going strictly by the way I look and the way my clothes fit. Am I crazy?!?!?! I'm one of those people that when on a diet, I will weigh myself several times a day like a maniac!! Then when I'm not dieting, I don't go near the scale for fear of it. I would love to hear your thoughts!! TIA!

Thanks everyone for the advice! I'm still waiting to be approved so I have a little while to see how I'm going to handle the scale issue. Like some of you mentioned, while I was on WW is when the madness really started with the scale. Everytime I used the facilities I ended up weighing and obsessing. I'll see what happens and maybe just hide the scale, or just make it less accessible! Thanks again!! Oh, and Manda- My real name is Trinity and my friend just made that name siggy for me since I LOVE Twilight too!

Thanks PMommy! I'm a P mommy too (and I'm from LA). So your tummy must look polka-dotted like mine. LOL The next time I meet with the surgeon, I'm going to see if it's possible to use the same incisions with the LB. Won't hurt to ask. NOT that I would be ruining my bikini body any further (HAHA), but if not to add to what's already there, if he can help it. KWIM?! It's the least of my worries. LOL Thanks again everyone for all of the advice!! As long as I have some vicodin handy, I think I will be fine! :biggrin:

Has anyone had both, and how would you rate one over the other???? Hi, I'm Trinity and I'm in the approval process of the surgery. I had a C-section last year followed by a gall bladder removal surgery two weeks later and needless to say, May of 2009 SUCKED (except minus the birth of my baby!). Any advice?!?! Thanks in advance!

Congrats!!!! I'm in Texas too and am just starting out in my journey!! Like you, I have two little kids that I need to be around for. I would love to hear about how you think you reached such an amazing milestone, while others don't seem to be that successful??? Awesome and congrats on losing the 100lbs!!!

Awesome, thank you so much for putting my fears on that issue to rest! It's great to hear from BTDT (been there, done that) moms!! I went to see my PCP today and he brought up a good point that I didn't think of. Since I've had a CS and my gall bladder removed lapriscopically, do you think scar tissue will get in the way of the LB procedure?? Anyone BTDT with the gall bladder??? Thanks in advance!!! :bored:

Thanks for the info! I had a feeling it wouldn't be as awful as a C-Section, but I'm a total wimp when it comes to pain! LOL I didn't think about the not being able to lift anything for 6wks. That's going to be a challenge since I take my DD to and from school every day. Hmmm, guess I'll have to have DH do that! I've been doing it for over 7yrs (we have two kids), I think he can handle six weeks! hahahsh

Congrats for all of you pre and post banders! Allie, congrats on your surgery date!! You HAVE to keep me posted. I have my dietition appt on Friday and then I guess they will submit to my insurance. I'm hoping for a late May/early June surgery date. My bday is on the 26th and I want to be able to chow down for this bday!! I didn't last year (get to go Celebrate at my fave restuarant) because I had an unplanned c-section and my gallbladder removed!! This year I'm counting on being able to celebrate (with food) at least ONE last time!!

OMG, I'm so sorry to hear about your son and his friends and the poor baby. Your son might benefit from some counseling as I'm sure it was very traumatic for him. I hope for healing for all involved, and minimal stress in the following months. You did awesome under the stress, btw! Congrats for not cracking. Not so sure I could say I would have done the same, but you held up beautifully! I don't know if you blog, but you should start one. Despite the tragedy of the story, I was cracking up at your writings. 'Crying so hard you choked on your carrot'. Genius. :scared2:

Hey Stranger!! We need to talk!! I'm glad you're heading in the right direction!! I can't wait to share this journey with you!!

My surgeon recommended I have the sleep study done before they send my info to the insurance for approval on the LB surgery. Well, I got a call today that I DO NOT have obstructive sleep apnea. Do you think I will still get approved for surgery, or did I just lose my 'golden ticket'?? Thanks in advance!

Thanks Sandy for the response! I'm fortunate that I don't have to do that whole 6mo monitoring with the doctor. I do have over 3yrs of proof of my weight issues, so I'm able to go on the 'fast track'. Thank goodness! In fact seeing that my BIM is so high, plus being on blood pressure meds, plus having a family history of Type 2 Diabetes, and having gestational diabetes during both of my pregnancies...I think my insurance company would be idiots NOT to approve me. :smile: Thank you again!

Welcome everyone!! Copy and paste the below and please turn off your siggy! Maybe we can get the host to make us a Stats Sticky so we can get to know one another!! Screenname: Real Name: Age: State/Province: Date Banded: Surgery Date: Possible Surgery Month: Lbs Lost: Anything you want us to know about you:

I'll go first! Screenname: Mommy2Ps Real Name: Trinity Age: 34 State/Province: TX Date Banded: n/a Surgery Date: n/a Possible Surgery Month: May/June Lbs Lost: 0 Anything you want us to know about you: I'm just starting my journey and am thankful I've found this board! I'm so excited to meet everyone!

Welcome all Texans! :thumbup: It's so great to hear from those of us just starting out and especially from the ones who have BTDT (been there done that!). ANY info you can share with us is AWESOME!!! Happy Birthday, Bella, belated!

North Texas here! I'm almost 35 and have a lot to lose too! I've just started my journey (consult last week) and this weekend I'm having my sleep study done. I'm hoping for a May-June surgery date!! Nice to meet you!! Are you married? Kids?

LOL, thanks Monique!! :thumbup: Today 2 followers, tomorrow 2000! jk! Ya, I'm not looking forward to the crap in my hair. I plan on going to work that day! bleh!!!

Hey everyone!! I'm Trinity, 34, working mom to two beautiful girls and I'm at the beginning of my LB journey!! After having weight issues my entire life, I've decided it's time. I'm not getting any younger, OR thinner for that matter! haha To document the transition, I've decided to start a blog! Do you have a blog too?? I would love to follow, and get more followers too! I have one lonely follower now (shout-out A!). :thumbup: Here is mine!!

Hiya! Congrats on your near 30lb loss!! How's it going, being with the band?? Any tips or tricks to share with those of us just starting on this path??? Nice to meet youm btw!! :thumbup:

Awesome! I LOVE CL! Thanks!!!!!!

Yep, sure will! I'm sure I'll have a nice long rant, I mean blog post, about it! hahaha