Gordana

Hi fellow Maybanders! I had my surgery on May 28th, and have been really lucky - no problems at all. I had my first fill on Saturday (18th), and am getting used to the more restricted feeling I get when swallowing. Really happy with my loss so far - but I need to get off my butt and do more exercise! Wishing you all a great week, Gordana

How are you feeling Queenie? I was banded on the same day as you, just had my first fill on Saturday. Wishing you the best, Gordana

I went back to work today also. (4 days post op). I'm a teacher, so I explained to my students last week that I might be walking a little funny because I was having surgery on my stomach. It's funny - they've been popping into my classroom off and on all day asking "Need Water Gordana teacher?", "Gordana teacher okay?". Bless them. One thing I have noticed that I'm doing is I'm walking around with my hands resting on my belly, or sitting down - as if I'm heavily pregnant. Normally I'd NEVER stand in a way that might draw attention to the beast! Oh - and yes, Elastic is your BEST friend right now!

Had my surgery on Saturday (28th). Other than the port incision (where the staples are), I've been quite comfortable, very little gas and no bruising (which surprises me). Am back at work teaching today (Wednesday), took two days off because I didn't want to put too much strain on my stitches. I've been drinking toddler vege/fruit juices (all natural) - added to water so it isnt so boring, and plenty of non/low sugar fruity iceblocks. The icy crunch helps with any cravings for something to snack on. Wishing you all a great week! G

Re-scheduled to May 28th. T-minus 5 days and counting.

Hi AJ, I just found your msg on the site. Your 'negatives' are mine exactly. I'm also a Kiwi, but am working/living in Sth Korea. I've decided to get the band done here because it's cheaper but most importantly, no one has seen me since I was last home in 2008 - and no one is going to until I've had good success with the lap band. I want to have a "Surprise, look at me now!" moment. Wishing you all the very best of luck! Gordana

Hi Stephy, all the best for May 26th. My surgery is on May 21st - a Saturday. I'm aiming to return to work on the Monday ... I'll let you know how that goes! G

Hi Mary, how are you feeling today? I hope the discomfort is easing a little now.

It's May 17th here .... wishing you the best of luck today! It all starts here!

Wishing you all the very best for your 'big day'!

Thankyou very much - and congratulations on your loss! Thats fantastic ... your family is going to get such a surprise! Exciting! Sandy - thankyou, and all the best with yours also!

All the best Dave, I hope recovery is still coming along nicely. Thee-O, I hope your surgery went well the other day and that you are recovering comfortably too. My surgery is on Saturday 21st - it will be nice to check in on you both as we go. Have a great week. Gordana

Hi All, I'm going to be a 'May-bander' also. My surgery is scheduled for this coming Saturday - May 21st. VERY exciting. Like some, I've not had to do the pre-op diet, however after some reading, I've chosen to do 5 days of liquids. Now to work out how to add one of those lil weight-loss countdown thingy majigs you all have on your messages!

Hi Everyone, I've just signed up for this site today. I am from New Zealand, but have been teaching/living in South Korea since 2006. I've found a specialist hospital here in Seoul, and am having my surgery THIS Saturday - May 21st! I'm very excited to get started. No one back home other than my brother know's I am having the surgery done this month (they think I'm saving to have it done in NZ next year). I'm really looking forward to stepping off the plane in a year or so, and showing off the new me! I look forward to making new friends on here, to support, and share this journey with. Have a great week all! Gordana