Hi everyone!

I'm new to the boards. I'm on the final countdown for surgery, and can hardly believe it!

I worked so hard to get all my ducks in a row, and now a series of wonderful thing shave happened to ensure I can get my band.

You see, I'm a low-BMI bandster (33), so the first step I had to do is hope (weird!) I had some co-morbidity that would allow me to get banded at a BMI of 35.

Lo and behold, my sleep study showed mild sleep apnea. So, no CPAP needed, but still qualifying!

Then, I had to gain about 8 pounds to weigh in at a BMI of 35. Well, 2 days ago was my official insurance weigh-in, and there I was, 1 pound above what I needed! Now I have to admit, this gaining weight part was the most fun!

Then came the insurance approval. I waited on baited breath and just got my letter 2 days ago, I'm approved!

So now comes the next hurdle: the actual operation.

My surgery date is October 5th 2010! I'm nervous but very happy.

I am determined to make this my success story!

So, hello to everyone and thank you in advance for the sense of support and community on these boards!

Hey...we are kinda in the same boat! I am having surgery on OCT 5th...and i too have a low bmi of 35! I am super excited and ready to be healthy and happy! Lets keep in touch!

Hey...we are kinda in the same boat! I am having surgery on OCT 5th...and i too have a low bmi of 35! I am super excited and ready to be healthy and happy! Lets keep in touch!

Nice to meet you, band twin!

Are you on your pre-op diet yet? I'm on day 3 and I'm STARVING! I'm really hoping that the post-op diet will be easier!

YES! im on the preop have been since last tuesday. My dr asks we do a two week diet...and lemme tell you that every second is like an hour. This next week of surgery is going to be FOREVER!!!! but i am soooo ready for it...lil nervous..but never been this excited about anything ever in my life! What a new start!