Millyed

Good luck with your new journey. I was a little nervous as I was getting wheeled into the operating room. My surgery was for around 2pm and the sleeve surgery before me had problems so my surgery was now 7pm. I said to the doctor I don't know if I want this and he said whatever you want. Boy! I am so happy I went through with it. The best thing I did for me and my health!!
Buying clothes that don't say 'plus' is fun. Fitting into a restaurant booth. Getting off all my previous meds.
It is totally up to you.
Good luck with whatever you decide. We are all here to try and help.
Arlene

I'm getting banded on October 29th.
I am starting to get anxious and question my decision.
Did anyone else feel the same?

Maybe it just younger males, as a fifty something we were taught to have some decorum, dependent on what crowd you are with. In mixed company you would not talk to suggestively! Even when around women with loose morals! That was for the bedroom. There is a time and place for everything.
I see a problem with saying anything you want, that's why teens don't care if seniors or babies are around them; they drop F Bombs without a second thought. When my kids were babies it was sickening and later when mom was near 90 I was glad mom didn't hear so well!
We were taught things (from older siblings and cousins) like when walking with your women that she was never to be on the outside of the sidewalk, you kept her from the street side to keep her safe and not open to cars passing by.Today things like that aren't passed down anymore, h#ll mother's I've seen don't keep their babies on the inside.

This is an awesome topic.
Firstly, a lot of women enjoy "book porn." We enjoy thinking about sexual situations while being able to picture the people the way we want to picture them, without having society's idea of a beautiful woman shoved down our throats *chuckle*.
Secondly. Not all women "hide their inner freaks." I am incredibly open about all aspects of sexuality and sexual behavior. It just depends on what circle of people you associate with, and how open your friends are comfortable with being. With that said, not many ladies would enjoy you being overtly sexual immediately after meeting them. It comes across as overly aggressive and makes us wonder about the quality of woman you prefer (not many "classy" chicks would be okay with this behavior). All in all, a lot of women have no problem being sexual AS SOON AS WE ARE COMFORTABLE with you. Trust is a huge part too.

I was told coffee is fine it's the Creamer, sugar, bento caramel white chocolate extra whip extra fat drinks that they want me to stay away from.

I couldn't function without coffee. Never stopped drinking it. Never had any reflux problems - more gas from lettuce than any coffee issue. GOD BLESS JAVA!

My nutritionist requested I stopped drinking coffee a month prior to the surgery. I can comply with everything. But this is being a major challenge. Does anyone know why the "no coffee rule"?

Ive heard different things from different people and sites. I had coffee the whole time. The caffeine helped suppress my appetite but I used splenda sugar and fat free milk. I've heard that putting some instant coffee in your Protein shakes is yummie also. But to be safe u should ask your doc or nutritionist.
I barely made it thru my 2 week diet. Lol. I cheated a few times :/ but still lost 15 lbs I got banded yesterday and will start my Clear liquids today. Cant wait to be back on Soups and yogurts. Mmmmmm... anyways. Best of luck

I had my lap band surgery four weeks ago today. I had the same feelings of doubt. I thought to myself "I lost 15 pounds BEFORE surgery (2 week pre-op liquid diet) what did I do to myself? I can lose weight without a band!" My stomach was distended, I was constipated, and so tired of post-op liquids.
But then I thought back to the last 40 years of my life and how I lost and gained hundreds of pounds. I realized that losing weight was never a problem (although much more difficult as I got older) but I could never keep the weight off for long.
Four weeks later - I feel good. Lost another 15 pounds since surgery and eating regular food (one cup per meal). My hunger is controlled and I'm eating food I like. I even had some lean sirloin steak a few days back.
Hang in there. You may not feel any different day to day, but you will feel better about your decision in the future.

Thank you so much!!!! I'm happy to meet new people on my same journey. That way I don't have to feel so alone!

Congrats! I am condiering starting this journey as well. Best of luck to you!

Good luck and congrats!! We have all been in your shoes and will be here for you.

great news milly and what a wonderful new year this will be for YOU....you can do it ..congrats again my friend

Congrats I wish you the best journey. Hugs

I received my insurance approval on the 31st. Talk about ending and beginning my year with a bang! I'm feeling an insane amount of mixed emotions. But I feel ready! Any one else just beginning the process?. I'm going to need all the support I can get.

Thank you so much!!!! I'm happy to meet new people on my same journey. That way I don't have to feel so alone!

It will God willing! So ready!

Thank you Jim! I am so happy I found this.

I received my insurance approval on the 31st. Talk about ending and beginning my year with a bang! I'm feeling an insane amount of mixed emotions. But I feel ready! Any one else just beginning the process?. I'm going to need all the support I can get.

Congratulations!! Mixed emotions is quite normal. We all go through that. I am not in the beginning stages but I will tell you regardless there is a ton of support on this site from the newbies to the veterans. This place is such a valuable asset to have on your journey.
I wish you much success going forward :-)
Jim

I received my insurance approval on the 31st. Talk about ending and beginning my year with a bang! I'm feeling an insane amount of mixed emotions. But I feel ready! Any one else just beginning the process?. I'm going to need all the support I can get.