Helping others...

Maddy, I also think it is important that we help one another on this journey. My best friend had the gastric sleeve, 9 months after my lap band surgery. She struggled a little more than she thought she would, but was glad she chose the sleeve becasue she had been by my side as I struggled to learn how to use my band. She was a great support to me, encouraging me when I was frustrated with my lose and was always there to tell me how good I was doing. Paying that back to her and anyone else is so worth it because unless you have experieinced this you really have no idea. Thanks for sharing!

I so agree with you on the sharing end. I have made myself available to anyone who is wanting to do the sleeve and or is going through it. Its nice to have a shoulder to lean on when times get rough. Through my surgeon Dr. Feiz, I have met other sleevers and we share our experiences together. A few of us have become friends and go out, excerise and share. Thanks for the reply!