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Hello,

My name is Bridgette.. I am waiting on my surgery date iam so excited but scared as well. I don't know many people who have had gbs. I really don't know what to look foward to after the surgery, How long does it take to recover. I am looking forward to get to know each one of you through my journey.

Thanks

welcome to the maryland board! congrats on having your WLS, your doctor is in the same office as mine!

Hi Bridgette -

Welcome to the Maryland Board!!!  We're a great group here, very supportive and SOMEWHAT knowledgeable!!  LOL!!!  By all means, ask any questions you like - you'll get honest answers - no fake and fluff here!!!

Good luck,

Tia

Welcome and ask any questions you may have :  As far as recovery time that would depend on the surgury you choose and your own body :  everyone is different.

Darla 

Hi Bridgette and welcome to the MD boards.

Recovery time is different for everyone. Also depends on the typ of surgery you have Laproscopic or Open. I had open and took off an entire month (I was a nanny at the time so lifting kids was out of the question) I was in the hospital from Monday to Thursday. I starting feeling better about a week after my surgery but felt great when they took the staples out and was cleared to drive.

The one thing to look forward to is HAVING YOUR LIFE BACK AFTER WLS. Life is filled with so much now and gets busier and busier each week.


Good luck and keep posting and keep us updated on your journey

I have not got that far yet , but welcome to the board, i am somewhat a newbie myself, ask any questions lol no matter how personel someone will answer , they are such a blessing and help us newbies through it, then in return we can help the ones that follow as well dont be afraid or shy I know Tia will answer all lol. she is a sweatie

WELCOME HOME!!!

 Thats how I feel everytime I open up this board!! We are just one big dysfunctional WLS family here..Quick to make you laugh, easy to get along with and always ready to answer questions...Look forward to seeing more of you around here!!

Welcome to the MD Board!!!  Ask away!!  Someone on this board will always have some type of advice for ya!

Teri

Yes, Indeed, Welcome! happy to have you as part of our group. Best wishes on your journey!

Hey Bridgette:

Were you at the St.Agnes support group meeting last night?  Anyway, welcome to the board.  I think you'll find it's a great place and people with alot of expertise!!!