Hi guys,

I have been hiding away from the world too scared to show my face. A year ago next week I announced to the world my intention to get the gastic sleeve surgery done and was excited at the...

Trouble is I have had 4 ops in one. I had a major hernia (as a result from multiple ops for my lapband) of 12cm fixed again, this time way more agressively so it does not slip again. I also had...

Hi hunni. I am day 2 post op and feeling very faint and nauseated this afternoon. I was sent home yesterday and have been taking it easy but all that is to be expected I am told. Not a nice feeling...

Just a quick note to let you all know I made it through surgery! I am day 2 post op and have literally walked (very slowly) in my front door.
So very tired so will update more later.
Thank you to...

So glad to read all these happy post op stories. I have three days to go before my op. I look forward to sharing my story and watching and hearing about us all shrinking together.

Sam

As most people here I guess I have tried everything but I am still obese. Not succeeding in this venture is a very real worry for me not having made anything work long time before.
I eat very...

Hi!

My operation is on the 18th also. I too am so very excited.
I have not checked out what country you are from as yet but here in Australia (Brisbane) we are only allowed to have meal...

Whatever you do don't get a lapband - you will find many of us here have been there done that!
My surgery is on the 18th of this month and after joining this forum and speaking with some of the...

Believe me I know what you are saying - I am scared too. My Mother was really against any sort of weight loss surgery after my last disaster but I too know I have to do this if I am going to live. I...

haha Thanks Anita. Not sure if I will be offered a video of my surgery, that would be pretty cool.

Good luck and I look forward to hearing of your progress.

Sam :)

Wow! Congratulations to you! I can't wait for that feeling that you are experiencing. It must feel amazing!

I look forward to seeing your progress.

My surgery is in 11 days, so I am yet to...

Thank you Glynis.
I did note you were in the medical industry so no doubt you have the heads up on these things. I bloody hope I do not end up looking like saggy baggy elephant after all the weight...

Eg: Breast augmentation
Removal of excess skin on stomach/arms etc

I am trying to choose a health fund but without calling someone there is no information on these procedures.

I have...

Hi ElleMarie,

Thank you for replying. I found another thread and read through that too. Seems the average stay is 1-3 nights, that puts my mind at ease, I was thinking it might be alot more. I...

Having had a lapband with only an overnight stay in hospital years ago I am unsure how long to expect to be in hospital for the gastric sleeve. I dont see my surgeon again until next Wednesday, 6...

I cant seem to see all of your messages (it takes me awhile to learn to navigate around these forums!!) but I am overwhelmed with the welcome I have received. Thanks Guys. xx:o

Thank you! :)

Hi Cindy, Thank you for your message. WOW you are doing great. I hope to soon be posting my loses. I just cant wait.

I did consider ordering a dress for my anniversary dinner in December but I am...

I really hope it comes soon for you. All the best. Thank you for your message. xx

HI Janine,

Thank you for your message of support. It is very exciting and I wish you all the best for your surgery. Keep me posted on a date. xx

Hi,

I am also about to undergo surgery. My op is 18th Oct so we will be taking this journey together. Good luck to you. I look forward to seeing your success.

Sam.

Hi Guys,

My name is Sam. I am a 39 year old Mother of 4 living in Brisbane.

I have just started on my shakes today in preparation for my gastric sleeve surgery on the 18th of Oct (2011).
...