Question:
I'm having the sleeve on 6/29--wanting support

I just got approval today and surgeon is able to schedule me for next Tuesday. I'm excited, nervous, etc, etc. I'd like to have some "friends" that I can login and share info and support.    — supermomaz (posted on June 23, 2010)

June 23, 2010
Hi! First of all, good luck on your surgery and congrats on getting approval! My sleeve surgery is three days after yours -- 7/2. Feel free to email me and "friend" me. We can support each other through the pre-op and post-op process. I also suggest you post this request on the vertical sleeve gastrectomy forum/board. I have found some great support by posting on that board.
   — ads2e

June 24, 2010
Congrats to you both
   — That_816_Princess

June 24, 2010
Hi Betsy, I just had the sleeve on June 16th. Send me a "friend" request and we can stay in touch. I'm happy to help as best I can. Congratulations! Cheryl*
   — boernecheryl

June 24, 2010
I am so glad to hear that you are looking for support. I had my vsg on December 29 and I'm thrilled with it. I have lost an additional 42 pounds since my surgery, for a total of 67 pounds. I've had to post new pictures on all my social networking sites. By all means, post on the VSG board, they are so helpful, and request friends from the members there. There are lots of things to get used to, and they are all terrific. Good luck to both of you!!
   — pshock

June 24, 2010
I had the Sleeve 5/6/10 and have Lost 40 pounds.. stay connected with me and we will be Looser's together LOL... Congrats !!!!!! :)
   — punky57

June 24, 2010
I had the sleeve July 22 08 and have lost 120 pounds. I feel great, have had no complications. I enjoy this so much, went from a 26 to a size 10 pants, 3 and 4 XL to a large and x large, depends on the brand. If you have any questions I would be happy to try to answer them or just be here for support. My email is [email protected] Congrats on your upcoming SURGERY.
   — [Deactivated Member]

June 24, 2010
Good morning Betsy. Congratulations on your upcoming surgery! I had the sleeve done 2 years ago this month. I have lost 80 pounds and have maintained that loss for about 14 months. The sleeve is the best gift that I could have ever given to myself. The gift of my good health now is worth even far more than losing the weight although of course, I am thrilled to be able to wear cute clothes again and feel good about myself. I come to the OH website every day specifically to look for someone who is needing encouragement. I find in helping others, it helps me to stay motivated and encouraged. I am addicted to exercise now. And you will find that after your surgery and you are able to, exercise is so very important! Retraining the way that you think about food and just focusing on eating healthy will be very important within that first 9 months after your surgery. That's like our window of opportunity to reshape our habits and lose the old eating habits for good! I wish you much success. Please email me anytime at [email protected] I am excited for you!!!! God Bless
   — Jodi L.