juliebisme

I had my surgery last Friday in Mexico. Though I did have my husband with me, most other people were alone. You CAN do this! Just a bump in the road to success....

I am 5 days out and have only lost 9 pounds total (pre-op, too). I was kinda hoping for more at this point so I know how you feel! I guess time will tell....

Thanks for all the responses!

Hi everyone! Just wanted to check in and ask a few questions. I am feeling pretty good (surprisingly better than I thought), but I am hungry. I am starting each day with a protein shake. Does anyone try non-pureed food at this point? Also, I have been walking a lot. Is it too much to walk two miles each night being so soon after surgery?

July 26th with Dr. Ismael Cabrera Garcia at Mi Doctor Hospital. Stayed at the Pueblo Amigo.

My experience was nearly the same EXCEPT Eduardo WAS NOT there when we arrived. After MANY phone calls and a 2 hour wait, we were finally picked up and taken to the hotel. Quite nerve-racking. Anyway...my surgery was Friday and I am home after a long day of traveling yesterday (Western New York). The rest of the experience was great, from the coordinator, Nissi...to the doctors and nurses (my favorite was Sam). Feel free to message me any questions you may have. Good luck to all!

OMG...amazing! You look great! I hope I am as successful as you have been!

I am on day 5 of pre-op...clear liquids only. I just stuck a tablespoon of peanut butter in my mouth! Help. I feel guilty!

Good luck! I am going Thursday... surgery Friday with Dr. Garcia! Keep us posted

So here I am on day 5 of pre-op diet. I was managing with the protein shake part of it, but this liquid only part sucks. I am hungry! This broth isn't cuttin' it, either.

My surgery is this Friday. I was on protein only since last Friday...shakes, meal replacement bars and the occasional hard-boiled egg. I started the liquid only diet today and am STARVING. I just shoved 3 gummy candies into my mouth and am feeling soooooooooo guilty!

I'm right there with ya'....day 3 of the pre-op diet and big time headache today! I am allowed to take Tylenol, so that helps. I'm gonna try to drink more water, too....Good luck to you! My surgery is the 26th.

I am having surgery on Friday, too (with Dr. Garcia). Let's keep in touch!

Here's to you!

My surgery with Dr. Garcia is this Friday. Just started pre-op yesterday. 4 days of protein and 3 days of clear liquids only. The first day wasn't as bad as I thought it would be! Good luck to you!

I started the pre op diet yesterday. The only solid food I am allowed to eat is meal replacement bars and a few hard-boiled eggs. I like the way the Atkins tastes, but sometimes it does bother my stomach. I am drinking Giant Sports protein drinks and water.

I am headed to Tijuana this Thursday the 25th. I have used Medical Tourism (3 of my friends recommended them). Regene is my coordinator and so far...things have been great! Really looking forward to my procedure in 6 days! I believe we are staying at the Pueblo Amigo, which looks very nice.

I am having surgery with these doctors next Friday. 3 of my friends have had theirs with them through Medical Tourism and all great things to report! Anyone else headed for surgery in Tijuana next week?

I started my pre-op diet today, too! Crystal Light, Atkins Advantage bars, hard-boiled egg and protein shakes and lots of bathroom visits. Was pretty hungry around 5:00pm. Thinking I'm OK now..

I am going to Tijuana to have the surgery done next week! My primary was against WLS, but I don't have to see her again until November (won't she be shocked)! All the blood work and pre op tests are being done when I get there!

I am having the surgery July 26th (one week from today). Just joined this group. Hopefully I can figure this all out! Julie

Help me. What is plication?

Hi! My name is Julie. I am hoping that I am posting in the right spot for introductions. I am new to the group and I have begun my lapband journey just about 2 months ago. I have been to the informational seminar and consult appointment. I have my nutrionist and first psychological appointments on December 4th. I am 46 years old, 5'2' and weigh 200 pounds. Many health issues have crept up on me as my weight has crept up over the past 7 or so years. I take medication for high blood pressure, high cholesterol, sleeping issues and PMDD. I am the mom to 3 kids, ages 22, 19 and 7 (I adopted a little girl from Guatemala). I have been a special education teacher for about 20 years. And, I guess that's about it! I am glad to be here and looking forward to this new journey...I have a lot of living to do!! Julie