I have been preparing for this surgery for a little over a year and I just started getting nervous about it! Im scheduled for Feb. 8th and I start fasting Next Sunday. I joined this site for some extra support!

Hey dani_nyc! Welcome! You will find lots of encouragement here! It took me a little over a year to go through the process too so I know where you're coming from! I was banded last Tuesday, Jan15th! So far, so good! I got nervous at first too but the closer it got the more peaceful I was with my decision. I think it was because I realized that I was at the point that something had to change and I just needed that extra boost that the band could give. It's not easy-- it's going to be hard work all the way but I think if we've finally reached that point of truly being ready--- we WILL be successful this time around! Don't know if my rambling helped much but I will be glad to answer it questions you might have and if I don't know I'm sure someone on here does! So good luck and stay in touch!

Congratulations on getting a date!

I remember well after getting the actual date how nervous and emotional you get.

Its a normal response. Try to keep focus on the prize, a new healthier happier you.

You will find a lot of support, knowledge and inspiration on this site. So post often and any questions just ask.

Good luck on your new journey!

I have been preparing for this surgery for a little over a year and I just started getting nervous about it! Im scheduled for Feb. 8th and I start fasting Next Sunday. I joined this site for some extra support!

Welcome. You will be banded on my birthday so that's some pretty good luck.

Curious... You said you will be fasting... Are you only allowed to drink Water?

I have been preparing for this surgery for a little over a year and I just started getting nervous about it! Im scheduled for Feb. 8th and I start fasting Next Sunday. I joined this site for some extra support!

Hey dani..... I'm dan from Rockland and I'm probably having my surgery in feb. I'm getting nervous already! Keep me posted on your progress.

Welcome. You will be banded on my birthday so that's some pretty good luck.

Curious... You said you will be fasting... Are you only allowed to drink Water?

My doctor wants me to do 5 Protein shakes per day and water only. My nutrionist still considers it liquid fasting, so I just caught on to calling the pre-op diet fasting.

Thanks everyone for the welcome!

I'm from rockland too!!

My nurse told me that it was normal to be a little nervous, if not they would be scared...haha. Hang in there. I go in one week for surgery, and I am scared too!

My surgery is Tues the 29th. I have been on the liquid diet for a week now. I'm down 7lbs in 6 days. I have gotten really creative with the Protein shakes. I can have some broth, greek yogurt, sf Jello and pudding and I've had some cottage cheese. I feel like I couldn't do this 2 week liquid diet for any other reason but to start my lap band journey. I am excited about my new life ahead of me. I have been waiting for it for 6 months now.

Good luck to everyone

I have been preparing for this surgery for a little over a year and I just started getting nervous about it! Im scheduled for Feb. 8th and I start fasting Next Sunday. I joined this site for some extra support!

Congrats on getting a date! it's very exciting! Jitters are totally normal just try to re-enforce the reasons for making the choice to have the surgery. It will all be worth it!!! I had my surgery June 2012 and it was the best choice I ever made. I tried to chicken out a week before and I found support in friends that help me with my anxiety. Keep me post! I'm from Long Island btw :-).

Dana

Congrats on getting a date! it's very exciting! Jitters are totally normal just try to re-enforce the reasons for making the choice to have the surgery. It will all be worth it!!! I had my surgery June 2012 and it was the best choice I ever made. I tried to chicken out a week before and I found support in friends that help me with my anxiety. Keep me post! I'm from Long Island btw :-).

Dana

I'm from Long Island too :-)

I'm from Long Island too :-)

Hello neighbor :-)

thanks guys! even these few comments helped me out a little.