New to site....surgery may 8

I'd like to introduce myself to the group. I'm KJ! I am 38 yrs old, married for 7 years, no kiddos. I work in sales and I'm good at it, but I don't look like any of my peers. That doesn't bother me.

I chose gastric Banding in high hopes that I can finally get control of my weight and my health. I have always been the biggest girl, the fat friend, and it does take a toll no matter how much self confidence you have. I used to hide behind everyone in pictures but now I just don't take any.

I have battled my weight my entire adult life. I have tried diets and exercise over the years to regain 5-10 pounds it took months to lose. My surgery is long awaited and is happening 5/8!

I am a little nervous but this procedure can only help me to get where I need to be. And assist in improving my overall health.

I'm 5 6, 210 w dieting.

I welcome anything you want to share.

I have questions like can I use GNC shakes vs Bariatric mix heard it tastes like chalk?

What to take to hospital 2 night stay?

Can I take supplements to try to not lose hair.

Are the people around me in the first month all gonna need to know or figure it out? I'd prefer not