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I was banded September 29th . I was out of energy the first week. Today and two and a half weeks, I am feeling great! Of course I am getting hungry and tired of mushy food, but, I know it will be worth it in the long run. Cannot wait until my first fill on November 10th!

As I sit here eating my puree'd vegetable soup, you inspire me. I'm two and a half weeks post op. Congratulations!!

Hey, I was banded September 29th. Surgery is never pleasant, but, I can honestly say mine was not bad at all. Surgery was at 9 am and I was on my way home before noon. I took it easy Thursday-Sunday, pain pills, popcycles, chicken broth and a lot of sleep. I went back to work on Monday. I feel better than ever today, Wednesday. I'm on creamy foods like soupy mashed potatoes, yogurt, pudding. One of the best things I bought is Syntrax nectar Protein drink mix. You can get it at the Vitamin Shoppe. It has 23 grams of protein per scoop and tastes delicious. My nutritionist said I could begin drinking it the first day. My shoulder has been sore, sometimes my chest feels sore too. But, no problems from my stomach. Just a lot of gurgling, ha. Overall, I feel great. I am so happy to be post-op, it is stressful. But thats normal. I got on the scale for the first time today. I'm down nine pounds. I'm sure being on a liquid diet contributed to the loss! Good luck to you! Keep the faith!

I was banded September 29th . I was nervous up until a few days before surgery. I began to get excited. My surgery was a breeze, spent a couple of days on the couch and slept a lot. Now, I'm five days in, I am going by all the post-op rules and feeling good overall. So far I can say it was worth it. I researched LapBand surgery and knew it is right for me. Now, if you truly believe its right for you, go for it.

I had my LapBand surgery September 29th. When I woke up afterwards, it was with new eyes. I slept most of the weekend and was back at work Monday. So, I'm learning how to sip and chew Vitamins and drink Protein drinks. I'm excited about my future. Before surgery there were a lot of "what ifs". But, now that I'm banded, the focus has turned to following my nutritionist's plan for me. I began to get a little hungry on the fifth day and got to have some thinned out sweet potatoes. (Yum) Every journey begins with one step and I have stepped over the line to a healthier life!

Well, tomorrow is THE day! I'm taking my pillow, comfy slippers, soft pants/shirt, Gas X and my chapstick.

Ditto....less than 40 hours to go before surgery.....goodbye to the old me, hello to the girl that is screaming to get out.

Getting my Lap Band this Thursday, September 29th I've been on the Sugar Buster's diet for almost two weeks. So far, I've been pretty good. Had a weak moment over the weekend and ate a piece of fried chicken. As far a sweets go, there are lots of sugarfree candies that have taken the place of all the sweet treats I use to eat. I am ready.

Hey, Good luck with everything! Sounds like you are on the right track! Once your doctor submits ALL the paperwork to your insurance it usually takes just a few days. In my case my doctor's office contacted me. I had to resubmit the paperwork, the regular jumping through hoops, ha. I was approved a few days later. Scheduled for Thursday, whoo hoo!!!! Ready to begin my new life!

I hope everything goes great for you tomorrow!!! I am scheduled for Thursday, the 29th. Take Care!

Good Luck!!! Hope all goes great.

I'm sorry about the delay too!!! I can relate.

You are almost there!!! I'm scheduled for September 29th. My emotions are all over the place. Keep your eyes on the prize....YOU!!! Best of luck to you!!! Jackie

Just when I am in the home stretch, I get a call from my family doctor. I had my annual bloodwork done last Monday. I am scheduled for pre-op for Lap Band surgery this Thursday. The nurse said that I'm anemic. I told her that I am scheduled for pre-op this week and surgery next week. (September 29th) So, I'm off to the store to get some Iron and Vitamin C. I hope and pray my bloodwork is good for surgery next week. I've never had any problems with my hemoglobin. I guess I'm going to continue to be jumping hurdles on my Lap Band journey. Could my hemoglobin be low due to blood being drawn right before my cycle? I cannot think of any other reason. I eat healthy, just way too much healthy. I do take Vitamins, but, have not been very good about it until I got approval last week. I'm hoping its just a fluke. I had a finger stick at the Red Cross a week ago Saturday. It was 12.5, which is too low to give blood. Three months ago it was 13.5. The nurse told me that their labs showed it at 9. Just don't know what to think. I am so ready for this, I can taste it. Any words of wisdom out there? Thanks.

I'd love to lose ten pounds, but, will try and keep it real and not have huge expectations! I'm more curious about how much I will lose in six months, then a year, etc.

I got those magic words yesterday.....You've Been APPROVED!!! Had to submit all the insurance paperwork twice and even wrote a personal letter. My surgery is scheduled for September 29th....whoo...hoo NEVER Give Up!!!

I say, go for it!!!

Congratulations!!!!! My surgery is two weeks from today!!!

It is great to read about what to expect after surgery. I am scheduled for LapBand surgery Thursday, September 29 and hope to return to work Monday, October 3. So, I am going to stock up on Gas X and get up and walk as often as I can! Like LovelyT, I am beyond excited!

Hey Everybody! Just joined LapBand Talk and I am so glad to be here. I got my approval a couple of days ago. My surgery date is September 29th. Looks like Lisa and I will be going through this together!!! I am nervous, but, ready, really ready! I'm on the Sugar Busters diet and doing okay so far.