Hey! I'm counting the days until my surgery date...October 6th. Got a week off of work and trying to get everything in order. I'm nervous, excited, scared, thrilled, whirlwind! I'm away from my family, living three states away, relocated for a job. Have some friends that will take care of me if I need. I've struggled with my weight all my life. I can't even remember what it was like to be smaller or to eat a meal and feel full. I'm so ready to start the next step of this journey.

Ooooh ! I'm so excited for you ! I took a week off too, so glad I did, I needed that time to adjust and rest. The 1st few days I was tired and sore, after that it was smooth sailing ! I started looking and feeling better right away as I was eating better and loosing weight . I just followed my Dr.s orders and was very happy with the weight that started coming off. Hope all goes well for you on Monday ! Good luck !!

that is the secret. follow doctors orders and if you are unsure of them call. and come here and read the threads. I wish you a speedy recovery.

Whooohoooo 2 more days:) I just had mine yesterday, pain is manageable with meds, get some gas x, it helps so much, plenty of water and rest, can't wait to hear how it goes for you

Thanks for yr kind words and encouragement. It was resch for tomoro 6am. So excited and scared. Think I have everythg I need. Was disappointed today. There was no discussion abt cost of the procedure outside of being covered and deductible a d copays..then they call me to confirm my apt and discussed my portion . Apparently the band itself is not covered. Kinda disappointed that my dr office has sprung this on me now. Will not let it get me down. Ready to be on the road to recovery and start my new journey.