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For me, I am totally ashamed to have to have the WLS. I know that I shoudln't, but I do. I have always been fit my whole life and in fact was an Division I All-American collegiate track and field star. Fast foward 6 years and 2 kids later and I'm 100 lbs overweight. I'm ashamed and haven't wanted to go anywhere because I don't want people to see the massive change that I've undergone. I'm from a different state than where I live in now and don't ever want to go back home because of how people will react to my weight, including my family. I gained 20 lbs when I completed my senior season and then I had my first child 2 years later and put on 60lbs. I eventually loss that 60 lbs, but then got pregnant w/my 2nd child, 2 years after that, and put on another 80 lbs.

I've littlerally been held hostage in my own home because of my weight and my embarrasment to go anywhere because of what people that have always known me would think. I've tried everything over these past 2 years of struggling since the birth of my second child and nothing has worked. I'm so excited to be getting this surgery in 2 days and I'm hoping to reclaim my life back! I want to feel attractive to my husband again and go to the mall, movies, and out to dinner with friends again.

My surgery is in San Diego in 2 days and it couldn't come quick enough. Congratulations to all of you that have just had your surgery and I'll be posting my updates on here when I cross the other side.

By the way what it the YT videos that you all were refering to about someone's Lap Band story? Can you post the link? Thanks!

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Amazing difference between today and Sunday. Finally have energy, and I know it was from actually being able to get the Protein and calories that were needed.

If anybody else is having a hard time "eating" or drinking after surgery, call your doctor. It isn't normal. They can take out what little bit of saline is in your band.

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Hello all!

I haven't been on here for a while and it looks like things are picking up if you know what I mean. I went yesterday for some "teaching" and received a large amount of information that I ended up leaving behind. I go for my physical on the 16th and surgery is on the 24th. I'm on day 2 of the pre-op diet and I'm going to take it 1 day at a time. I do have a headache today, not sure if it's from the diet or the people I work with LOL! Catch up with everyone soon. Thanks for all of your posts.

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I just had my surgery yesterday and I'm really excited about it. I read all about these post op healing and was prepared. So yes, I am bloated and it's annoying. I also can't breathe in as deep as I could yesterday pre-surgery. I'm assuming it's because I'm bloated out of my mind. The doctor also had to repair a hiatal hernia.

Question: I know it's different for everybody but when does the bloatedness go away and did anybody else have trouble breathing as deep as before?

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I m 6 days post op and still feel bloated and swollen but its getting better every day. Breathing deeply was hard the first couple of days but as your swelling goes down then it will make that easier for you.

I just had my surgery yesterday and I'm really excited about it. I read all about these post op healing and was prepared. So yes, I am bloated and it's annoying. I also can't breathe in as deep as I could yesterday pre-surgery. I'm assuming it's because I'm bloated out of my mind. The doctor also had to repair a hiatal hernia.

Question: I know it's different for everybody but when does the bloatedness go away and did anybody else have trouble breathing as deep as before?

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Hi all I had my surgery this morning. So far it had been ok. My biggest complaint is the not being able to breath deeply. I was prepared for everything else, but not that :( I'm glad to hear that it will get better soon!

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Its officially 1 week from my surgery Today...............Hurry up next tuesday!!!!!!

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I'm new to this post...My date is Tuesday, August 17th as well! I have officially been approved by insurance, and am on day 4 of 10 of my liquid diet. It's not as bad as I thought, but it has it's moments....Had to have my DH feed the kids tonight!

I just can't wait for Tuesday!!!

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Well I guess it's my turn....I'm getting banded tomorrow, 8/11, at 10 a.m.

I'm nervous, worried, excited, stressed. I just don't like hospitals and I HATE feeling sick/injured/etc.

I just want to get past this part to the good part.

Cross your fingers for me....I need it!

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Wish you the best Jen!

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Good luck Jen ...keep us posted!!!!

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Good Luck! You will do great!

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Good luck tomorrow!!! I can't wait to hear all about it. :)

I have 2 1/2 more days!! Crazy!! Friday the 13th come on!

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I'm banded! Trying to take it easy, feeling pretty good all things considered. Good luck to those still waiting!

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Good Luck tomorrow Jen!! You will do great. I can't wait to hear your "surgery day story" :)

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