Kiskis

I am a migrane suffer. Today is my surgery day. I had bruttle headaches. The worst is today - no food or drink. I found what helped was to just drink Water. I drink 2-3 litres a day. When I get up I have a cup of water with lemon to start the day, then my Breakfast, coffee only after I have water and a bit of food. Then coffee & water sip between both. During the day if my headache was worse I would drink water & broth. Good luck! K

I am feeling really good. Down another pound. I have been exercising and following the pre-op diet. I can't beleive that I haven't cheated. This is the first diet that hasn't derailed. I have my husband to thank. He did the same diet. He has had meals here and there. Not to mention popcorn & a big bag of chips. The movie popcorn that I love, instead I bring jello to eat. I am already counting the months that I can have a kernal or 2. August is the 6 month mark. On the weekend. My hubby bought a huge bag of Maui chips - one of my favorite. It didn't bother me as he ate them in the car beside me. I said the smell is so great I feel like I am eating them. I have truly turned the corner! Right now I have tears of joy. Yes, tomorrow is the start of my new journey when I take my life back! I am scared of failing. I am a very positive person and can always visualize the future of what I want but sucess is the truth. I have to complete this goal or I won't live very long. This path of self destruction is not healthly. Here I come!

Hey band sister I am feb 9 too. Stay positive. I haven't told people very much including my family as I don't want people asking a milion questions or telling me not to get it done. After the surgery I will tell more people like my family and close friends. Then I am scared people will keep asking me how I am doing with weight loss. I don't need to be asked or grilled from everyone. My BFF & sister have been banded for 7 years. My BFF is my biggest support as we have been dieting together for 28 years. We also have a girls trip planned for May, which is a great goal. Good luck band sister! I will be thinking of you & the other sisters! K

Hey I am wed at 10am too band sister! Good luck! See you on the other side! K

Thanks god for this site as it takes up time so I don't think about how hungry I am. I more day & then I am banded. Hang in there all!

Glad things are going well. I am pre-op day 14 down 11 lbs & 6.75 inches. Just got my surergy time of 10am for wed to be banded. I have worked out every day. I just had some yummy veggies that I stir fried with balsamic vinegar. I am really excited about the next phase. 2 more sleeps & 1 more day of work before the big banding.

Where do you live? As they are other clinics that may charge lower but you most likely looking at $17 K self pay for Vancouver, BC at False Creek Medical.

Are you exercising and drinking lots of Water based liquids? That helps. You should also take measurements as the scale is only one part. I am a scale junkie! Good luck! I get banded on Feb 9. I am here for you! K

Are you exercising? I have been doing 2 shakes, 1 bar, 2 C verggies and unlimited broth, Jello & anything 0-10 caleries. I have exercised everyday. I am day 14 pre-op and down 11 lbs & 63/4 inches. Maybe take meausurements and see if you are losing that way. You shouldn't just focus on the scale only. I am a scale addict. Good luck! I am here if you need any support! I get banded on Wed, feb 9th. K

Is anyone else not able to join the chat. I have used it before and the last 2 days I click on it and just get a blank screeen?

Rowekins, I am on day 12 of the pre-op diet. I feel dizzy a lot and just have broth. I feel just like I am in a fog. I found tht exercising helped. I also have been getting a lot of headaches as I am prone to them. I just also hydrate & drink a lot of Water. Good luck. If you need any support just friend me or shoot me a message. Good luck! Cheers, Kristi

I educate 2, The pre-op diet is not problem if you are in the mid set. I didn't do anything socially as it was to tempting. I did a family dinner and a couple of movies. I have cheated on every diet but did well with this one. It also may be the fact that I am self pay and in Canada the surgery will cost $17K. It isn't the money but my health. I want to have a good surgery and be successful as I need to get the old me back. For me not to have popcorn at a movie is huge. The trick for me is to bring food in a cooler bag in case I get hungry. I ate 2 boxes of Jello a day, drank 2 cartons of broth. Then I was motivated by the weight loss too. I have been also working out every day. You will do well. If you need any support just contact me! Good luck! Cheers, Kristi

Amberakamon, Love your blog & update. soumds like you are on the path to amazing sucesss. I am too. I get banded on Wed, Feb 9th . I wish you the best & keep in touch if you like. Have an amzing day! Cheers, Kristi

That is awesome! Keep us posted! I get banded on Wed . See you on the other side. K

That is stressfull! Glad you made it ok. It will all be fine! Good luck! I get banded on Wednesday but I m only 30 mins away from the clinic. Keep us posted. K

Where did you have you band surgery? I am having a Allergan band at False Creek Medical in Vancouver & it is under warrenty for 1 year. I would ask to speak to a manager at Allergan. Are you self pay? Good luck! K

Robin - yes, I will be thinking of everyone! Good luck all! Big hugs!!!

Janet, Your journey is very motivating! Sounds like I am were you came from. I hope to be at the same stage as you over the next year. I am self pay and being banded this wed, feb 9. Those that want to connect for support & this journey to sucess feel free to friend me. Good luck all! Cheers, Kristi

Wow, sounds like we are all having the same feelings. I am in Canada and self paying at $17K so I have to make this work. I am 44 yrs old and at my heaviest. I have to get my old self back or I won't live to be 50 or 60 yrs of age. The lap band is a tool. You still need to watch what you eat & exercise... I have always been in great shape my entire life. In the last 6 yrs I have ate the same but I gain weight so easily. I went away at Christmas and ate sandwichs for lunch and choclate every day. It isn't like I sneak food. I gained 10 lbs for every week away with a total of 20 lbs. Pre-op I am on day 12 and down 10 lbs. I am being banded on Wed Feb 9. I lost 40 lbs 2 yrs ago. Since I have a back injury my weight is a real problem and I put the weight back on & more. I have big boobs at 44 DD. Hate them. I hope to get down to a 38C again. With age & gravity that might not be possible if so I am getting a bob reduction or lift. I have 3 friends that have been banded. One of them had a boob job & tummy tuck... 4 more days and the new journey of the next phase begins! Good luck all!

The Jello & broth are my saviors. I have at least 4 jellos in the fridge ready to go. So I don't get off track. I went to a 2 movie's and I love popcorn. I just took 2 jellos with me to keep me busy. Every time I just ate 1 jello. I always carry back up food with me in case I get hungry. How did your surgery go? How do you feel? Keep me posted. I get banded this Wednesday. Have a great weekend!