Hi everyone my name is Alana, I am from rockland, ny and am using dr Rivera. I go into surgery Monday for Lapband! I'm nervous and excited !!!

Good luck!! I go Wednesday so I know the feelings you are having. The closer I get the more nervous and excited I get. Also it seems I am having more questions pop up in my head....making sure I am ready. I think this will be the best decision you (and I) could ever have made. Here's to new beginnings! :-)

I too feel like I have more and more questions. Good luck to u as well

I was nervous, too. Just remember that the hospital staff is there for you...to answer any questions, to make sure you're comfortable and to make sure you're not in any pain. Even though Valley Hospital in Ridgewood (where I had my surgery) is a fantastic hospital, I couldn't wait to get home. I remember asking my nurse, "OK, what do I have to do to get out of here as quickly as possible?" lol As for the days after surgery, just relax and heal. LBT is a great resource if you have any questions or concerns, too. Good luck to you both! Can't wait to see your before and after pics.

Hi Everyone,

My name is Marie and I getting ready to have my surgery performed within the next few months, just going thru the final stages of dr's appointments pre-surgery to get approval from my insurance company. Was just wondering how everyone feels about post surgery i've heard a ton of both positive and negative comments......which is ultimately making me very nervous. Also wanted to know how everyone balances weight loss surgery and family life, I am married and have two small children and trying to figure out how I am going to balance the new me along with cooking/eating + family meals, as well as learning to make time for me to exercise and take care of myself a little

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