Decision

[Justine86 1]

Im 23 years old, just found this website as I was searching for more info on the lap band sugery. I work full time and am a college student i have been overweight for most of my life and have a crazy schedule as everyone does and know if i dont loose weight now my life will be cut short! Im having the pre op gitters a month away. I feel informed about all of the medical aspects of the surgery, but feel i need support of people who are in the same situation!

[Dave_NW 92]

Im 23 years old, just found this website as I was searching for more info on the lap band sugery. I work full time and am a college student i have been overweight for most of my life and have a crazy schedule as everyone does and know if i dont loose weight now my life will be cut short! Im having the pre op gitters a month away. I feel informed about all of the medical aspects of the surgery, but feel i need support of people who are in the same situation!

Hi Justine. Welcome to the fun! Glad you found this site. There is a ton of info here, and answers to virtually every question you may have. Your decision to have surgery is right on track - I wish I'd done something years ago. I'd much rather be approaching this from the front end of my life, rather than the latter part of it. Good luck with your journey!

Dave

[atgoalgal 0]

Im 23 years old, just found this website as I was searching for more info on the lap band sugery. I work full time and am a college student i have been overweight for most of my life and have a crazy schedule as everyone does and know if i dont loose weight now my life will be cut short! Im having the pre op gitters a month away. I feel informed about all of the medical aspects of the surgery, but feel i need support of people who are in the same situation!

Most people have pre op jitters. Have you had an opportunity to attend a support group meeting, or meet others who have lap bands? If you have an opportunity to go to lunch or dinner with someone with a band that might be very helpful. What are you most concerned about?

[PattyB57 0]

You are in good company here. Keep your Eye on the Prise!

[kdyke111909 0]

Im 23 years old, just found this website as I was searching for more info on the lap band sugery. I work full time and am a college student i have been overweight for most of my life and have a crazy schedule as everyone does and know if i dont loose weight now my life will be cut short! Im having the pre op gitters a month away. I feel informed about all of the medical aspects of the surgery, but feel i need support of people who are in the same situation!

Hello Justine I am also 23!! I have my pre-op appointment the 28th of this month... Surgery 01-14-11! I agree with you about needed the support of people in the same situation! Hope to chat soon!

[rault18 1]

I just got banded...you are more than welcome to ask me anything

[Justine86 1]

How do u feel a week later?

I just got banded...you are more than welcome to ask me anything

[Justine86 1]

Congrats!! How are u feeling? how is the journey?

I just got banded...you are more than welcome to ask me anything

[Justine86 1]

So a week before me!! How are you feeling. I went to my pre op nutrition appt today and just felt completely overwhelmed!

Hello Justine I am also 23!! I have my pre-op appointment the 28th of this month... Surgery 01-14-11! I agree with you about needed the support of people in the same situation! Hope to chat soon!

[amyloveslou 11]

How do u feel a week later?

I just got my band on dec 13th. first 2 days was a lot of gas pain but in my chest area and shoulder. I was allowed gas x melt aways they worked GREAT ! sat the 18th I was at a christmas party with friends. didnt dance but it was a good time out. today the 22 was my first post op appt and I am down 19 lbs and I am feeling GREAT !!! I am doing my wii fit everyday and walking 6 to 7 blocks. I must say i am older then you i am 38 soo you are young and should do fabulas !!!

good luck and need anything just ask !

every one here is GREAT !! other sites not all ppl are nice...

Amy

[Justine86 1]

Thanks!! I would love to keep in touch with people throughout their journeys as well as mine!! Please keep in touch also!

Do you feel overwhelmed with the food restrictions or have a lot of planning for meals?

I just got my band on dec 13th. first 2 days was a lot of gas pain but in my chest area and shoulder. I was allowed gas x melt aways they worked GREAT ! sat the 18th I was at a christmas party with friends. didnt dance but it was a good time out. today the 22 was my first post op appt and I am down 19 lbs and I am feeling GREAT !!! I am doing my wii fit everyday and walking 6 to 7 blocks. I must say i am older then you i am 38 soo you are young and should do fabulas !!!

good luck and need anything just ask !

every one here is GREAT !! other sites not all ppl are nice...

Amy

[rault18 1]

Congrats!! How are u feeling? how is the journey?

Sored, a little scared but alive.the discomfort will go away I hope

[rault18 1]

I'm not hungry at all..just had some chicken broth.food limitations so far haven't been an issue....I'm sure it's gonna change in a couple days

[Justine86 1]

Failing, you hear these stories of people who lost nothing or went back to old ways. The change of life is tough.

Most people have pre op jitters. Have you had an opportunity to attend a support group meeting, or meet others who have lap bands? If you have an opportunity to go to lunch or dinner with someone with a band that might be very helpful. What are you most concerned about?

[Justine86 1]

THats great! its a long journey ahead

I'm not hungry at all..just had some chicken broth.food limitations so far haven't been an issue....I'm sure it's gonna change in a couple days