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Hi Everyone....just thought I would pop in and say HI!

My name is Leanne and I am from Australia. I am getting my lap band in just a little less than 2 weeks now and am going through the pre-surgery meal replacers and its hard :scared2:

Thought I needed some support so I thought i would join this forum and chat to other people that have been through and are going through this life changing surgery.....counting down the days and I cant wait (although I am very very nervous :cursing:)

Hope to chat with you all soon

Take care

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2 weeks you must be excited! Don't be scared or nervous, it will be a breeze. I am 3½ weeks post op and doing good. Good luck and keep in touch!

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Hiya 123crod, thanx for the warm welcome to the forum and my new life as a bandit :)

Weel I have less than a week now and can't wait. I will try not to be nervous but I prob will be on the day, just the whole going into surgery is a little scary. I should be used to it becuase I have 3 gorgeous children all born by c-section.

Congrats on your band and going so well....can I ask it says that your band was done in July and you said you were 3.5 weeks post op....did you have it redone??

Thanks again for the warm wishes and I will definately keep in touch :D

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