I have a surgery date of March 15th

I am having the LAP band. Any suggestions for before, during, after my surgery? I am starting to wonder if the LAP is the best choice. I am self paying and want to make sure that I do the best thing the first time around. I guess I am getting nervous now that it is coming fast. But, I am ready to take this step!

There are only 2 reasons why I won't have the lap band. 1) I have a hiatal hernia, and the band can put pressure on it and make it worse. 2) I don't have insurance that covers wls, so I'm going out of the country. The lap band can be very successful. The thing is, all these surgeries are tools and we need to remember that we should follow the after-care programs and eat when and what we are supposed to. From reading profiles, I realize there are some exceptions, but most of the ones I see who gain the weight back do things you just shouldn't do - like drink with your meals, not exercise, drink juice often and eat lots of things that are advised against on a regular basis. I think with common sense we can lose it all and keep it all off. Some of us will never be skinny, but we can lose most of it and we don't need to sabotage ourselves into gaining it back. I want to keep that at the forefront of my thoughts so I make the best use of this tool. Dina

Welcome Sheila! This is a great place for information and support. You might want to read profiles of people who have already had various surgeries to gather some info about surgery types. Joy

My surgery date is the same is yours! I am having Lap RNY just because the Doctor I have does not do the Lap Band. I am getting so excited scared all that stuff but am also looking forward to my new self.....I hope everything goes well for you.......

I have surgery on this day too! I am very scared but I know God will be with each one of us. So I wish you well and others that has surgery on this day.

Hi Sheila! Welcome to the Marchers! I don't know a whole lot about the LAP Band so I can't really answer any of your questions. But I did want to take a moment to welcome you to the board and wish you well on your journey! Carrie Carrie Quite Contrary (a/k/a CCQC) 5 Days and a Wake Up to a New Life! March Elevener and PROUD to be a Marcher in Newpouch, USA Offishal Assistant Paper Monkey and Secretary Extaordinaire AND Offishal Keeper of the Marcher Title Duty Roster My Angel ==> Amber W. My Angelettes ==> Joann B. , LaDonna D. , Marcie F.

Hi Sheila, Welcome to the Marchers !!! Hugs, Mo doin' the almost 16 days and a wake up happy Mo dance

Thanks for your responses. I can't wait for the 15th!

Hi Sheila, I'm also having surgery on the 15th! Best of luck to you for an uneventful surgery and a safe & speedy recovery. If you ever want to chat, feel free to e-mail me! I'm getting so excited and can't wait for the day to finally come! Take care, Wendy