The Final Countdown

[BostonPA 0]

Hi everyone!

I'm new to the boards. I'm on the final countdown for surgery, and can hardly believe it!

I worked so hard to get all my ducks in a row, and now a series of wonderful thing shave happened to ensure I can get my band.

You see, I'm a low-BMI bandster (33), so the first step I had to do is hope (weird!) I had some co-morbidity that would allow me to get banded at a BMI of 35.

Lo and behold, my sleep study showed mild sleep apnea. So, no CPAP needed, but still qualifying!

Then, I had to gain about 8 pounds to weigh in at a BMI of 35. Well, 2 days ago was my official insurance weigh-in, and there I was, 1 pound above what I needed! Now I have to admit, this gaining weight part was the most fun!

Then came the insurance approval. I waited on baited breath and just got my letter 2 days ago, I'm approved!

So now comes the next hurdle: the actual operation.

My surgery date is October 5th 2010! I'm nervous but very happy.

I am determined to make this my success story!

So, hello to everyone and thank you in advance for the sense of support and community on these boards!

[Becca29 0]

Hey...we are kinda in the same boat! I am having surgery on OCT 5th...and i too have a low bmi of 35! I am super excited and ready to be healthy and happy! Lets keep in touch!

[BostonPA 0]

Hey...we are kinda in the same boat! I am having surgery on OCT 5th...and i too have a low bmi of 35! I am super excited and ready to be healthy and happy! Lets keep in touch!

Nice to meet you, band twin!

Are you on your pre-op diet yet? I'm on day 3 and I'm STARVING! I'm really hoping that the post-op diet will be easier!

[Becca29 0]

YES! im on the preop have been since last tuesday. My dr asks we do a two week diet...and lemme tell you that every second is like an hour. This next week of surgery is going to be FOREVER!!!! but i am soooo ready for it...lil nervous..but never been this excited about anything ever in my life! What a new start!