Pangie82

I am concerned about time off... also. My PCP said that most people can have the surgery on a Thursday morning, and then return to work on Monday. I am hoping that is how it works for me. I had a breast reduction back in August. I had the surgery on Thursday Morning, and was back to work the next Wednesday. I didn't even need an entire week. I didn't have as much removed as some people do, but I did have almost 3 lbs taken off. *what a huge relief* Anyway... I recovered like a champ from that, and from all of my other surgeries (2 c-sections and a hysterectomy). So I am keeping all fingers and toes crossed that this will go as smoothly as the others. :humble:

Hi everyone! I have my 1st consultation with a doctor today. My PCP referred me to the Weight Management Group, through my local hospital. I have decided to go the Lap-Band route. I am hoping that my insurance will cover it. I currently weight 222 lbs and want so badly to get down to 150. I am 5' 7" and am 42 years old. I am a single mother of 2 active boys, and have tried so hard in the past 10 years to lose weight. Before i got pregnant for my youngest son (12 years old) I topped off at 135 lbs ... and even after I had him, I was down to 140... in no time. But since I hit about 32 years old... the weight has just piled on. I have tried everything, Optifast, weight watchers, medical weight loss, LA weight Loss, Jenny Craig, Nutri-system. So here I am... ready to make a final stand and get this darn weight off, once and for all! I am curious about the recovery period. I am thinking of having this done on a Thursday, and returning to work on Monday? Is this realistic? Do I have to go a all liquid diet before the lap band is put on? I have soo many questions. Anyone from the Lansing area? Thanks for all your input!!:scared: