howdy,

I'm looking for a male mentor that I can lean on when needed as I go through this. I'm 52, 370 lbs, 6'4". been draggin' my feet about this for some time, and have done nothing but hurt myself in the process. damn sure haven't lost much weight. so I'm done screwin' around and I'm closing in on surgery, late June/early July...just waiting to hear.

I'd like to hear from another guy that's been through this.

Thanks!

Stan, I'd be glad to help. I'm not an expert, but I've been working it as best I can. Send me a PM and we can compare notes.

Dave

I had lap band on Jan. 10th of this year. I am 50 and was at 320lbs. So far including what I lost on the liquid diet, I have lost 50 pounds. What a difference it has made in my health. You will go through some rough times, make sure you get some emotional support both before and after surgery. Good luck and feel free to ask any questions you may have.

I'm here to help also. I do this as a pay forward. I had a group of people that were really supportive and available to me pre and post op. My immediate support system was limited when I had 2 of 3 son's that were against me having the surgery plus other people in my life that were very negative concerning WLS. My wife supported me which was the most important, but, along the way there were ups and downs and lots of questions. Let me know if I can help. Jake

Hey there! Well, I know I'm finally approved for surgery, now just waiting for the date which should be in July. So can you tell me about some of your rough times, and a little more about the emotional support? I'm just trying to be as prepared as I can be going in to this.

Thanks!

Stan

I had lap band on Jan. 10th of this year. I am 50 and was at 320lbs. So far including what I lost on the liquid diet, I have lost 50 pounds. What a difference it has made in my health. You will go through some rough times, make sure you get some emotional support both before and after surgery. Good luck and feel free to ask any questions you may have.