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Starting my second journey with weight loss surgery. Had a lap band done several years ago which was not successful. My brother, two good friends and my daughter have all had gastric bypass and have been successful, so I decided that I needed to do something about my own weight so that I can do things with my grandkids (such as ride roller coasters!) before they're too old to want to do things with their grandma - plus be around for future major events in their lives.

I've seen the doctor and the dietician, and will see the director of the bariatric program this week. If we can get it approved, I have a two week window to schedule the surgery for in October...otherwise, I will have to wait until after the first of the year. Either way, it's a go for me - but I'd love to start sooner than later.

BTW, it's been 10 successful years since my brother's surgery. He's such an inspiration! My daughter is just 4 weeks post-op and doing well.

Trying to eat a little healthier and get in that habit now.

Anyone have input for me about a revision? :)

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Hi I have had two failed lap bands.i am going through a 6 month program to be eligible for the surgery. Can't wait to hear when I get a date! Good luck with your wai

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One of the requirements for surgery is to give up caffeine and carbonated beverages. So you might begin that ahead of time. I had a 6 Coke a day habit and I went cold turkey. I suffered a week of withdrawal (severe headaches). So you might get the withdrawal out of the way so it doesn't compound the effects of the surgery.

Also try and get 30 minutes of walking in every day. It will go a long way on the recovery process.

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