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KYcat74    0

KYcat74
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My name is Christie and I'm a SAHM to Emily (almost 6) and Andrew (2). My Lap Band is scheduled for November 2.

I have been overweight since I was about 5 or 6. I grew up with the name-calling and without many friends until I got older. Now I suffer from CFS, arthritis, depression, high cholesterol, HBP, Migraines, and B12 deficiency. I take so many meds daily that it's embarrassing. I can't play with my children like I want to and should be able to. I can't go into any store at the mall and pick out a dress or outfit and say "I'll take that one." I have to order everything from a specialty shop.

I am having my procedure done at Norton Hospital in Louisville. When I went for my pre-op class and tests, it really hit home how real this is and now I'm getting so nervous. My DH isn't the best support person as he and I have marital problems, but he's my only choice. My mom helps me as best she can, but I have to rely on her to watch the children for me when I have my appointments and surgery. My dad had told me he was going to come in from Florida and be with me during my surgery, but he has let me down and is not coming. No real excuse, just that he's going to wait until I feel better. Gee thanks, Dad, for the support when I'm down. :rolleyes

Anyway, I'm looking forward to getting to know you all. I'm glad my friend sent me this way.

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sallyjo    0

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Hey Kentucky, I'm so glad your friend sent you this way also. You will love your band and if you work with it you will find an entirely different you,including getting off of all or some of those meds that you are on.Please don't be to nervous. All of us were nervous but I had no problems at all and am six months out today and still have'nt had any big problems. Just having a little of a hard time getting the right amount of fill.

The best of luck to you and let us know how it goes.:girl_hug:

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Mrs Husker    3

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Congrats on taking the steps needed to become a healthier you. If you need support, you came to right place. I don't have my band yet and have been fighting with insurance since about May-June. But anytime I get in a funk, I log on and everyone here is so inspiring, kind and supportive it knocks the funk right out just by reading some of the post.

Good luck and welcome to the LBT family.

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kym828    0

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Christie,

We have the same banding b-day!! Goodluck to you - i am sure it will be great for both of us.

Kim

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beachgirl    2

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Hi and welcome,

I live in Eddyville Kentucky and congrats on your decision. It will be the best decision you've ever made or at least it was for me. If you have any questions please feel free to pm me and I would be glad to answer anything for you. I've been banded for almost 4 months now and I love my band. Keep in touch.

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