My story is pretty simple. About 6 years ago I found myself stepping on the scale and weighing 297lbs. I was horrified! Until I married I had never gone over 140lbs, but I had 3 little boys back to back and was on bedrest with each one. I got used to being lazy and obviously gained ALOT of weight. Anyways, I decided I was going to lose some weight before I hit 300lbs, if I could not then I would get gastric bypass, but I did not want to do this yet. I cut back on portions and got more active, after 3 years I had lost about 90lbs. Cut to present day 3 years and another child later (this time a little girl) and I am still right around 210lb.

Knowing that I have stayed this way for 3years and can't seem to move past it I have finally decided to have WLS. At first I thought my only options were the band or GB, then I found this site! (well the old one) I read about the sleeve and people's experiences with it and got interested. I researched for a while before I started posting and asking questions, but in the long run I decided the sleeve was a perfect fit for me. I am now scheduled to have mine June 10th and I am really excited!

I really want to thank each and everyone who answered questions and gave me advice. Those who helped steer me into the right direction, and everyone else who just posted their experience for me to follow! I will keep you all updated!

You will be there when Vangel and I get there, we will have to find you and talk

I look forward to it! V. Angel and I have been talking for a bit now and I can't wait to meet you guys!

Well it is about 36 hours before I leave, I am getting less nervous and more excited each day! However we will see how I am doing tomorrow! I have my bag mostly packed, and tonight I go to dinner at my favorite Chinese restaurant, a break from my lower carb diet this past week. Tomorrow I plan to eat very light to prepare for all the blood work that comes Tuesday A.M. Anyways, I will let you know how everything goes when I get there. Any last minute advice is always welcome!!!

We will see you down there

Well it is about 36 hours before I leave, I am getting less nervous and more excited each day! However we will see how I am doing tomorrow! I have my bag mostly packed, and tonight I go to dinner at my favorite Chinese restaurant, a break from my lower carb diet this past week. Tomorrow I plan to eat very light to prepare for all the blood work that comes Tuesday A.M. Anyways, I will let you know how everything goes when I get there. Any last minute advice is always welcome!!!

We'll (me and Ruthi) will look for you on the 11th after our pre-op tests and expect you to check up on us on the 12th after our surgeries ... we'll "party" together ... I'll keep you in my thoughts and prayers for a safe journey and surgery on the 10th.

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We'll (me and Ruthi) will look for you on the 11th after our pre-op tests and expect you to check up on us on the 12th after our surgeries ... we'll "party" together ... I'll keep you in my thoughts and prayers for a safe journey and surgery on the 10th.

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I am so excited that you guys will be there! It somehow makes it easier to know that someone else that I know will be going through this with me while I am there and we can visit and compare...well for the short time before I leave. But hey, you will definitely know what to expect going in!

Okay so I am here, gowned and awaiting surgery in about an hour. I have embarrassed myself by falling apart a few times, they definitely know that I am nervous. I am excited to be starting my new life though! On the ride here from San Diego there was another sleever who got hers done a year ago, she was about my weight going in and now is 120lbs. It was nice to talk to her. She has no regrets and loves her sleeve! She is now getting everything made pretty again...lol...you know boobs fixed, tummy tuck, all that good stuff! Anyways, I will report later if not too drugged up!

Good luck! You're going to do great!

Okay so I am here, gowned and awaiting surgery in about an hour. I have embarrassed myself by falling apart a few times, they definitely know that I am nervous. I am excited to be starting my new life though! On the ride here from San Diego there was another sleever who got hers done a year ago, she was about my weight going in and now is 120lbs. It was nice to talk to her. She has no regrets and loves her sleeve! She is now getting everything made pretty again...lol...you know boobs fixed, tummy tuck, all that good stuff! Anyways, I will report later if not too drugged up!

Congrats!

This is a good thing, the emotions will go away, you'll be fine!

Let us know as soon as you can when you come back to your room!!!

Hope everything goes fine with you but you can't just count on the surgery to keep you thin. It helps to have nutritional support for at least two years after your surgery. I know because I have had the surgery plus I have put some weight back on by snacking on too high of calorie items. Praise God for the nutritional help that you get in the States that comes with the price of the surgery and lasts for two years. Without them, I would of kept on gaining. Their very supportive.

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Hope everything goes fine with you but you can't just count on the surgery to keep you thin. It helps to have nutritional support for at least two years after your surgery. I know because I have had the surgery plus I have put some weight back on by snacking on too high of calorie items. Praise God for the nutritional help that you get in the States that comes with the price of the surgery and lasts for two years. Without them, I would of kept on gaining. Their very supportive.

Hope everything goes fine with you but you can't just count on the surgery to keep you thin. It helps to have nutritional support for at least two years after your surgery. I know because I have had the surgery plus I have put some weight back on by snacking on too high of calorie items. Praise God for the nutritional help that you get in the States that comes with the price of the surgery and lasts for two years. Without them, I would of kept on gaining. Their very supportive.

Very true! That's why the better Mexican doctors have full time nutritionists... free for life. It comes with the price of surgery for us too.

I just wish US doctors didn't charge for this service beyond 2 years.

Are you back on track now with nutrition? Exercise?

There is a great study I just posted here:

http://verticalsleevetalk.com/research-statistics/183-what-exercise-benefits-exercise-must-read.html

Remember, exercise and your food plan keeps the pounds off.

OK I am back and feeling 10x's better then I though I would but still sore. The staff is amazing!!! The hospital is great and I am drugged, talk to you when feeling better!

Hugs!

Wow! You look great! Glad all went well. Now rest up and here's to quick healing!

I'm glad everything went well. Enjoy the pain meds. LOL.