Another newbie with many, many questions!

[Suzannesh 376]

The sleeve is the way to go. I see where many people have already answered you and given you information about having a child. I beleive that the sleeve is the way of the future. So I will chime in with my vote for the sleeve too. Since Oct 2008 I have lost 78 pounds.

Take care,

Suzanne

[ash 5]

Aaaannnnddd, the past few days have made me REALLY excited about having WLS.

I'm 32 (as of yesterday), very tall (6'2"--which means as a female I stand out as a freak anyway), and my bro-in-law got married yesterday. My size 26 dress was tight, the reception was outside and I was miserable (so was everyone else), and my feet hurt 30 minutes into the reception! My new sis-in-law is as gorgeous as ever, and God love her, she included me in everything even though I wasn't a bridesmaid. Anyway, between her bachelorette party, bridesmaids luncheon, rehearsal and wedding, I can't wait to JUST FIT IN already. I took a picture last night that I plan to use as one of my before shots. I am SO READY for someone to call me back and schedule a surgery date. Let's DO THIS! :thumbup:

[Ruthi 60]

You just took a big step forward to a new life. That takes courage and alot of guts (no pun intended) Good luck and keep us posted on the process, we will give support and answers to alot of your questions

[Malaika 50]

:thumbup:Congratulations. I love your positive attitude and outlook ... you'll do great! Keep us posted when you get your date and with any other questions you have.:confused1:

[heftynetty 0]

I am new here, I have a band currently, awaiting to see if I am approved through insurance for the sleeve. I had surgery January 2006 and lost weight, was doing ok, (mind you that was my second band, due to complications with scar tissue the first time) anyway, I got pregnant December 2006 and after delivering her I have had nothing but problems. I can not lose a freakin' pound (aside from the baby weight), I have been the same weight since getting pregnant. After 2 upper GI's they have found that my stomach is all twisted up over my band, they are assuming it is from being pregnant. I am scared of the sleeve due to the leaks going from band to sleeve, but I am also ready for a new start. I am hoping I am approved so I can move on to the weight loss path again! Good luck to you!

[ash 5]

Well, this is it! I am leaving early in the morning. Have to be at the hospital at 5:30 a.m. and I live an hour and a half away. I'm excited! Will post when I can...Thanks to everyone here...your advice and stories have really helped prepare me for this!

[*susan* 1,709]

Amanda, good luck tomorrow! This is the start of your new life. Let us know how you are feeling as soon as you are up to it.

[Malaika 50]

You'll be in our thoughts and prayers and soon you'll be a sleeve sister and on your way to a new you!

[MacMadame 81]

So ... how'd it go?

[PennyS 0]

Amanda, I'm wondering how you are doing. When you feel up to it, please post and let us know how everything went. I've been sending up prayers for you and your surgeon this morning..

Thinking of you.

Penny:biggrin0:

[Ruthi 60]

Amanda, Everyone is waiting to hear how yuo are doing. We are all with you in prayers and spirit.