I'm a newbie..

So tomorrow I go in for my first fill I'm kinda sacred ...

What is that? Is this when they put u under ?

They sedate you out the tube to check your upper gi area.

Dry for the typo I hate auto correct lol

Don't be scared I hear its a piece of cake

Hey yall i'm getting so hype. I went to my pre-op visit today and registered with the hospital. Everything today became so real and something inside of me just woke up. It was almost like something was whispering in my ear saying it's time to take your life back...(Welcome back Cia) I'm so excited to be able to share this journey with you all and I hope to make some new friend in the process.

Congratulations! !!!!!

Hi girls,

I was banded on 3-30-07 and am very happy with my choice. At the time, I lived in Katy and was banded by Dr Spivak (loved, loved loved him and his staff). He has since moved back to Israel heading up their obesity hospital. I now live in Eagle Lake (60 miles west of Houston)

Like everyone said before me, if we follow the Doctors direction and keep going forward.... It really works.

Before I was banded I was reading posts on this site and obesityhelp.com. I found this site suited me more for the lapband. I chose this surgery because it didn't change my physiology.

In doing my research I was concerned when I saw people that had a band and didn't lose any weight. I noticed they talked a lot about Dairy Queen, margaritas, etc. I thought "I don't want to have an operation and not get anywhere".

But then I saw another group that journaled their food (I still use one. Originally I used spark people.com. I now use my fitness pal APP). These people also exercised and when they "fell off the wagon" (which did happen to me), they got back up, brushed themselves off and put one foot in front of the other.

They also shared honestly what they were going through and many people helped.

I made the decision to follow this group. And it has been one of the best decisions I've made in my life.

In reading your posts I got excited thinking about how your lives will change and the journey is fun...having NSV's like the first time I saw my collar bones again, or didn't need an extension on an airplane and didn't get dirty looks from the person that would be next to me on the airplane. Plus shopping in regular clothing depts... Cheaper and better selections...

I stayed out of negative talk. I've noticed lately this site is alot more positive... Which is great.....

I'm wishing you guys a great journey and if anyone needs help... I'm here. I'm actually in Katy and houston 3 times a week

Josie

Hey yall i'm getting so hype. I went to my pre-op visit today and registered with the hospital. Everything today became so real and something inside of me just woke up. It was almost like something was whispering in my ear saying it's time to take your life back...(Welcome back Cia) I'm so excited to be able to share this journey with you all and I hope to make some new friend in the process.

Alright!!!!!!! That's great. Congratulation. I just got my call June 14 th is my date. I am super excited too!!!!

Hi girls' date='

I was banded on 3-30-07 and am very happy with my choice. At the time, I lived in Katy and was banded by Dr Spivak (loved, loved loved him and his staff). He has since moved back to Israel heading up their obesity hospital. I now live in Eagle Lake (60 miles west of Houston)

Like everyone said before me, if we follow the Doctors direction and keep going forward.... It really works.

Before I was banded I was reading posts on this site and obesityhelp.com. I found this site suited me more for the lapband. I chose this surgery because it didn't change my physiology.

In doing my research I was concerned when I saw people that had a band and didn't lose any weight. I noticed they talked a lot about Dairy Queen, margaritas, etc. I thought "I don't want to have an operation and not get anywhere".

But then I saw another group that journaled their food (I still use one. Originally I used spark people.com. I now use my fitness pal APP). These people also exercised and when they "fell off the wagon" (which did happen to me), they got back up, brushed themselves off and put one foot in front of the other.

They also shared honestly what they were going through and many people helped.

I made the decision to follow this group. And it has been one of the best decisions I've made in my life.

In reading your posts I got excited thinking about how your lives will change and the journey is fun...having NSV's like the first time I saw my collar bones again, or didn't need an extension on an airplane and didn't get dirty looks from the person that would be next to me on the airplane. Plus shopping in regular clothing depts... Cheaper and better selections...

I stayed out of negative talk. I've noticed lately this site is alot more positive... Which is great.....

I'm wishing you guys a great journey and if anyone needs help... I'm here. I'm actually in Katy and houston 3 times a week

Josie

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Hi there. This site is positive. Everyone is so nice and helpful. I can not wait to start my second phase of my journey.June 14th is the big date

Tommorow is the big day for me!! I'm super excited and EXTREMELY nervous! lol Is there anyone who can tell me what to expect or NOT to expect tomorrow?

What type of exercise have u been doing !

I haven't exercised yet. At my goal but no exercise I need too! I'm now a flabby ole lady. Lol! When I get back to Houston that is my goal to get a trainer and tons up.

I say we all get a bike and hit up some trails a few times a month. How long after surgery before we can exercise? I think I read that walking can be done immediately....?

Hey yall i'm getting so hype. I went to my pre-op visit today and registered with the hospital. Everything today became so real and something inside of me just woke up. It was almost like something was whispering in my ear saying it's time to take your life back...(Welcome back Cia) I'm so excited to be able to share this journey with you all and I hope to make some new friend in the process.

I feel you girl ! On the journey with you . I need my life back too . My weight took control but its time to live our best life . I'm feeling like I have gained a whole new family because my friends Won't be able to relate .

I say we all get a bike and hit up some trails a few times a month. How long after surgery before we can exercise? I think I read that walking can be done immediately....?

That would be a great idea. We can start exercising 6 wks after with no heavy lifting

Tommorow is the big day for me!! I'm super excited and EXTREMELY nervous! lol Is there anyone who can tell me what to expect or NOT to expect tomorrow?

Good luck its not bad! !!!!!