Joy1961

Im getting mine on Wed. Cannot believe this is actually happening. I have 2 sons getting married next year and i want to dance at their weddings. And i dont mean slow dancing only!!!

Way to go! Good for you!!!!

My dr is so strict. No carbs. Ever. Except ehats natural in fruits and non starchy vegies. I plan to modify a little. Like a South Beach type of plan. I cant never have a potatoe or oatmesl agsin. Phase 2 is smashed up lean proteins and vegies and fruit.

My dr is so strict. You can never have starchy carbs on any phase. Mushies to them consist of plain greek yogurt cottage cheese pureed protein like your lean meats and smashed up vegies. No sugar. Nothing white. No potatoes. I dint think i can follow it that strictly. I can understand strict but this seems extreme. I like a South Beach type if plan. With occasional low carb carbs.

Thanku. I know im ready. And i know im not perfect. So glad i can find so much helpful info here. This site is a God send! Ill be back tomorrow!

I could kick myself. Surgery is Wed and. I fell right back into my old habits after doing so well! My son got engaged today (2nd one this yr) and it was raining. And i was bored. All good reasons to eat too much right? NOT. Ughh i have some real changing to do!!

Thats great! I go on wed. Getting a little nervous. Cant believe its actually happening. Please let us know how you are along the way ok.

I had my daughter take a before picture of me so i can look back and see how far ive come. Anybody do that? It was a big deal for me because i do not do pictures!

How long until you could swallow a capsule? I take cymbalta and dr said i could open capsules and sprinkle on applesauce. Pharmacist said No. Being banded Wed and very concerned now. Dont know what to do. No time to slowly withdraw

I take cymbalta 30 mg. and i am getting banded Wed 10/10. My pain dr said i could open capsules and put on applesauce until i can swallow. Pharmacist says no dont open capsules. I am worried about withdrawal now. What to do?

My nurse said i will be usung small medicine cups to sip my water a little at a time. Maybe it would help to not feel like you have to get a big glass down like a mental thing?? Just a thought

This is really happening!! Next Wednesday is my date. Cant wait to get this new life of mine started. I know it will be challenging and difficult at times. But i say. Bring it on. Im ready!!

Isnt that funny! Small world isnt it. I actually have an appt Tues for my pre op testing. Would be fun to meet you. Hope you get a date real soon. Are you having it done at Bon Secour Hosp or Good Samaritan?

You ARE an encouragement to me. Thanks for sharing. Im 51 and wishing i had done this years ago. Nervous but determined!

Hi getting my lap band on 10/10. I have 2 hernias that will be repaired at the same time. Hiatal and umbilical hernias. Really worried ill be in a lot of pain after. Dr said may even keep me overnight. Anyone have same scenerio and how did you do?

Hi i am going to Dr Kwon in Middletown. I have my date on 10/10. I really like Dr Kwon alot he did my sons surgery 2 years ago. The staff seems really nice too. He is pretty strict with the pre op diet and after as well. But my son lost 150 lbs in less than a year. I have an appt Tues at 2. Maybe we'll run into each other. Went to support group too. Thursdays at 6. Very infomative

Getting banded on10/10 and its just so encouraging to read how well everyone is doing and that i can Go For It too???Š

Have had so much:0 since starting my Pre-op diet.

I posted this question the other day but couldnt find the thread if anyone answered

Day 3 for me and i have to say today has been easier. Its hard but i figure it prepares me for how it will be right after surgery

I want to have less pain in my joints. Arthritis in knees and hips and back. Ive had 4 back surgeries and am facing another. Had 2 rods snap in lower back. So being fitter to recover from another major back surgery. Also be able to get on the floor with my 1st grandbaby to play with her! ???Š

I guess every dr is different. But i was given a date at that appt. 2 weeks later. I will be banded on 10/10. Good Luck!

Hi???Šstick around and you will get all the support you need! Welcome!

Welcome! You will find a wealth of information here. Everyone is helpful too! Good Luck???Š

Thank you so much for posting. Your journey is exactly what i wanted and hoped to hear. You had real life struggles but after 10 years if i can say what you have i will be a success story just like you! Getting mine on 10/10. Please join us. We need stories like yours! Thanks sgain???Š