Kristi Twisti

I lost 17 pounds on pre op diet, which was basically Atkins diet. Surgery was Monday morning and I am down a few more since then for a total of 20 in 10 days. While I know this is attributed to Water and clearing of the digestive tract it helps with motivation none the less.
I have found the stories good and bad here to be a big help in my journey. My wonderful wife has been a tremendous help to me and while I could do it alone I am sure grateful to have her help and support. To anyone of you waiting for your upcoming surgery dates just remember while it is hard to give up the foods we love to eat that our new lives will more than make up for it.
My little girl will be five in a couple weeks and I'm looking forward to being able to do all the activities I have avoided because I was tired or hurting due to being obese.
I am also looking forward to once again being able to buy clothes at the mall or a regular men's store.
My best wishes to everyone of us in the March group.
Rhino

Hello March bandsters. Have surgery in the morning and am totally wide awake. Really excited and have been reading the forums tonight. My mom is here with me and we have both gone over the paperwork. You all are inspirations and best of luck to you all as we begin the journey.
Cheers

just got banded on March 4th!
I was wicked nervous, but the surgery was quick and i only have minor pain

Headed in now, dropped the kid off at daycare, be there by 7 and surgery at 830. My mom had been sick for a few days and I took her to the er last night. She has pneumonia and they kept her there over night. Thankfully my husband was able to take off and take me this morning.

Hi Everyone...posting from work right now! Tomorrow at 7:30am I will start my new life w/ the lapband!! I am so nervous and happy and excited all at the same time...I will post as soon as i get a chance and let y'all know how it goes!! EEEKK!!

I've been meaning to post.. I was banded on 3/3 with no problems! I think the procedure took about an hour, and when i woke up I had some slight abdominal pressure, similar to doing an awesome ab workout. I didn't think the pressure was enough to be subdued so I refused pain medicine. Within the first five minutes of arriving to my room I was up and going to the bathroom, and then up to walk around the wing every hour there after.
I had the most soreness in my throat from the breathing tube during surgery, and my nurse was able to get me some spray to help. If I could give any advice it would be: WALK WALK WALK WALK WALK. Walking has helped my intestinal gas pressure as well as my NO2 pressure. I didn't have any soreness from the nitrous oxide. The more you move, the quicker you will start to feel better. I'm 4 days post op, and I'm back to work this morning with my drinks in tow.
Good luck to everyone with their upcoming bandings!

Congrats to you both!!! Make sure you join the March bandsters!!!! I am right behind you on the 28th so that means I start my diet this Monday!!! I have been eating light thru the day and a small dinner!
Good Luck!!!
Yayyyyy

Hi, I just wanted to see who else has their port in places other than under their rib cage. Mine is about six inches down from the top of my shoulder. The PA said that he can access it easier and use a much smaller needle for fills. Also, he said that it seems to be a less used, more comfortable spot.
So far it seems just fine. But I am going to ask next visit what will happen when I have my upcoming boob job. (hey -- if I loose the weight ==> i am getting myself a new, higher tighter set).
BTW: My husband is thrilled with the weight loss so far.

My daughter named her's Faith because she has faith it will work.
Mine is named Hope because I hope it works.
One of our best friends named hers Love because she loves her band.
So we have Faith, Hope and Love!

Today my doctor told me some people name their bands . She logs the name and asks how "enter name here" is doing during appt's. Now for me to find a perfect name...

I too am scheduled for surgery on 3/18/11. I have heard so many people talk about how this surgery has changed their life, and the only thing they would of changed was to have their surgery sooner. We can do this. I believe this is a tool that is going to get us to a healthier body.

Good to have some newbies. My advice to you is for you to stay true to your eating plan and workout, the first year is when you can lose the most so take advantage of it. Don't make this board your first source of support, you need to be in touch with real people going through what you are. Find a support group and keep going to it.
Also don't get your feelings hurt by people on these boards, most people are trying to help, sometimes we all type something and we mean good but just does not come across that way in typed words.
Cheri

I am right there with you all. I will be banded on March 8th. I am pretty calm, have not told anyone, this forum is my support and i love it. Best wishes to everyone and i will post right from my notebook soon as i wake up.

Fish is protein! Good for you to, and the vegetable is no big deal. Don't worry about it.