Hello Everyone! My name is Alexis , i am 21 years old from NJ and awaiting my first doctors appt this Wedensday! I am meeting with Dr. Bertha to dicuss Lab- Band surgery. I currently have a BMI of 45. In the past few months have had high blood surgar and High Blood pressure. I know it is time to do something. I have two children and a wonderful husband who is supporting my decison. I have done so many diets and gym memberships but i always gain it all back. I am a my heavest (256lbs) and it is very upsetting. I am very nervous about the surgery but i feel this is the best for me. if anybody has and words of encouragement or any pointers please feel free to pass them on!! Thanks!!!

- Alexis

Hi Alexis!! I'm Alexandra, and also a patient of Drs. Abkin & Bertha. You're in great hands!! Just follow their instructions and pay attention to Linda's pre-op class, and you'll do just fine. :biggrin1:

LBT is here for questions and support when you have them. See you around! :clap2:

Thank you ... i have heard great things about those Dr.'s.

Welcome Alexis, you've found a great place to find out about all the questions you may have. I myself am rather New here as well. I will be getting my Lap-Band 3/27/07!!! But you said you have two kids? I think you'll be all set as far as the Pain goes (lol) I've watched my Child when he was born, and all I can say is if my only choice to lose weight was go through something like that, ummmmm I don't think so!!!

You'll do fine!

-Rocko-

Welcome Alexis!

The pre-op diet (if you're given one) is probably the hardest part of the surgery process, but you'll make it through and it will become a distant memory, as the weight comes off

Read through the threads here, and don't be afraid to ask questions. There are lots of "experts" on here, and even a couple of lapband surgeons who will answer your questions.

You're on your way!

Thank you Rocko! Ur right after childbirth pain is nothing ... lol ... anyway congrats on ur surgery date ... keep me posted

- ALexis

Welcome to LBT!:clap2: :clap2: :clap2: