CaGottaBand

What'd you decide? Tomorrow the big day??

How are you doing?

I'm going with the Realize. It's what my surgeon reccomended.

I have a six month diet to complete. I was told to write everything that I eat down. I've been trying to stick to a 1200 calorie diet, 8-10 glasses of water and some kind of exercise daily.

Hmmm...let us know if that works :-)

Congratulations! Keep us posted on your progress.

Awesome! Congratulations!! Wishing you a speedy recovery.

I haven't told many people, but those I did tell I just came right out and said, "I'm pursuing lapband." They of course had questions...but those I've told have been very supportive. I actually called my Mom up the day after my seminar and starting blubbering into the phone...she couldn't understand why I was crying. For some reason, telling her was very emotional for me. But she fully supports my decision, which is awesome!

Very helpful tips. Thank you.

Congratulations! How did everything go?

Glad to hear you are doing so well.

I'm worried that I will fail as well. But you just have to be positive, follow all the rules and really, really want it. I refuse to be a failure this time around.

So, did you get scheduled for your surgery?

Congratulations to you both. How is everything going?

Yup, they lift the liver up. I found a series of videos on youtube showing the entire procedure inside the body. I found it very informative. I can't remember the name, but search for lapband surgery if you'd like to see it.

Let us know when you find out you're approved. (Gotta think positive)

You look beautiful!

Could you ask the nutritionist if she has a reduced rate she can offer? My nutritionist does 1/2 price visits for 1/2 of the normal amount of time.

It depends on your insurance. I had my seminar in October and am currently on my mandated six month diet before I can be submitted for approval. Contact your insurance and find out what their requirements are.

How did everything go?

How did your surgery go?

My doctor doesn't do a liquid pre-op diet.

Good luck!

When I did Atkins years ago I used to love salami, a little smear of cream cheese and a green olive or a pepperocinni. I'd eat them for a light lunch or a snack between meals. Delish!

Don't get discouraged. I'm half way through my 6 months, it goes really quickly! And I'm finding that this six months is proving to be helpful. It's giving me time to prepar myself for the changes ahead. It promise it will go much quicker than you think.