I have researched, studied & read everything I could find for over 2 years about Lap Band knowing I should qualify for it now. Now has come and Monday the 23rd I am scheduled at the crack of dawn to be banded. Note: I am NOT a morning person.

Why now after having the knowledge and understanding of 2 years+ work am I scared and nervous. Yes, surgery is scarey, being "put to sleep" is unnatural, but I can't help wondering if the surgery is all that's bothering me. What if this doesn't work for me? What if it does and I don't like who I become or what I look like? Not that I'm too thrilled with how I look now, believe me.

I'm not sleeping well for the last couple nights, and I'm short tempered. Heck, I'm just plain scared!

I have researched, studied & read everything I could find for over 2 years about Lap Band knowing I should qualify for it now. Now has come and Monday the 23rd I am scheduled at the crack of dawn to be banded. Note: I am NOT a morning person.

Why now after having the knowledge and understanding of 2 years+ work am I scared and nervous. Yes, surgery is scarey, being "put to sleep" is unnatural, but I can't help wondering if the surgery is all that's bothering me. What if this doesn't work for me? What if it does and I don't like who I become or what I look like? Not that I'm too thrilled with how I look now, believe me.

I'm not sleeping well for the last couple nights, and I'm short tempered. Heck, I'm just plain scared!

I went through the same things, 2 years plus research, not sleeping etc. I really was afraid of what would be different than all of my 20 years plus of dieting attempts. I finally had to really get peace about it and look at this differently. Instead of letting my fears drive my decision, I decided to let my excitement and my passion for wanting to be healthy drive me. I then surrounded myself with positive people. That is part of it. I think surgery is scary, which is why I am doing alot of crying as I approach the date. This is very emotional for most of us and I think you have to acknowledge all your feelings, but don't let them drive you. Most of all don't let fear drive what you do. We are all in this together.

I was banded Friday and believe me had all the same fears and emotions. . I am doing really well. I took today off but could have worked i see now (only slight pain bending at port site). From the posts I read this is more the norm and certainly at a week people are fine. It's a big step and know won't be easy but we all have researched and know it's right decision for each of us personally. I'm sure all of you with surgery coming up will do well. I'm pulling for you!

Congrats and glad to hear you are feeling well!

Daisy

I am so happy you are taking care of yourself at such a young age. You will have soooo many years of good health and joy!! Congrats!

Daisy

I am so happy you are taking care of yourself at such a young age. You will have soooo many years of good health and joy!! Congrats!

That is so sweet. Thank you!! Only 11 days to go now and I'm getting excited.