lyndseygal

Well, for me, I went in, got comfortable in my room. They had an overnight stay for all patients where I went (TJ Mexico). I had an IV put in, and about an hour later I walked in to surgery. They gave me the anesthesia but I don't remember it. My surgery took about 35 minutes. Afterwards I was aparently a little bit of a chatterbox (but I don't remember that either!!!) and then I slept about an hour. They made me get up and talk about twice around the clinic and then I continued to sleep for the remainder of the night. I felt fine the next day and we got released from the hospital. I walked around quite a bit the next day.

Hey everyone! I was just banded 2 days ago in TJ Mexico with Dr. Ortiz and I'm starting to realize this is going to be a lot harder than I thought. I never realized before how much my life revolved around food. It was a comfort, protection, and medicine for me. I am at my parent's place recovering and being around the food but knowing I can't eat it is so hard. I am walking around the house depressed, not knowing what else to do. I feel hungry but they told me I wasn't going to be hungry so I figure this is mental hunger. The thing is, food was such a huge part of my life...I am not sure how to replace it. Any ideas? What has helped you?

Hope this shows up! I was banded 2 days ago. You can still see that nasty yellowish stuff they put all over you. This is all above the belly button. There is nothing below it. Just a bit of bruise from where the nurse poked me :omg:

I was banded yesterday and today am still at the clinic until I get taken back to the hotel but thought i'd have you all know it was wonderful! I am super duper excited for everything that is about to take place! I was fortunate enough to have a sweet girl that allowed me to see her get her fill done. :clap2: I wasn't as bad as I thought! Anyway, today I've had a few sips of juice and broth, that's about it. Surprisingly I'm not hungry. Just eager to get up and moving again! I am SO excited!! YAY!

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That's a great idea. Everything's been very quick for me, the decision, etc. But I am being banded in one week from today :whoo:and starting my preop today as well! I am supposed to eat 3 protein shakes a day. I wish I would have started sooner though. Good luck!

Not use weight as an excuse anymore Get married to the love of my life (and attract him in to my life!) No thigh chaffing (I hate it too) Small work uniform Feel feminine Cute in jeans Being naked in front of the love of my life Getting married, small dress, can choose ANY dress I want, not limited to plus sizes! Washing my car outside Short shorts Tank tops Victoria's Secret Looking hot and my own age (21) Breathe easier while sleeping No snoring No diabetes Sit comfortably in my car Him putting his arms around my waist Not being told that my sister is prettier than me No more Torrid or Lane Bryant Cute underwear, boy briefs, thongs <--that look GOOD Get lead roles in musicals Never get treated rudely by a total stranger b/c of my weight Having kids! Being a great example to those kids Dancing and looking hot doing so Show up my exes 5 year reunion Be cuter than his ex Be hit on, not just by weirdos Be an example to others Inspire others Running and feeling good doing so, not like I'm gonna die ...sex...:kiss Traveling SHOPPING Abercrombie and Fitch, Hollister, smaller stores I currently can't shop in Being the smallest one at work Triathalons! Going to the beach for the first time and wearing my swimsuit Being his trophy girl Cruising around looking cute Clubs Better skin Healthier outlook on life Confidence Not be a slob Make family proud Not be the only fat person in my family Not be afraid to see ppl I haven't seen in a long time...excited! Manicured and pedicured hands and feet Beautiful hair Cute clothes Going out to eat and not devouring the entire resturaunt Him picking me up in his arms Swing dancing Ballroom dancing Going to the gym Summer clothes Excitement More friends Be a better friend And much much more

I'm 21 and will be banded 7-6...eek!! It's so close but I'm stoked! I'm getting it done in TJ Mexico with Dr. Ortiz! Tomorrow I start my pre-op :hungry: <--- (jk haha)

Hey, I am getting banded 7-6 I am super excited too! Good luck!!

I am feeling the same way! I am getting banded July 6th actually, but a lot of strange feelings have gone through my head...almost like grief for thinking about never being able to eat for comfort again or never being able to eat like a real person, or having the scars, etc. But yesterday I went to a social gathering and just was reminded of why I am doing this. I felt embarrassed about the way I looked, I felt scared because I was wearing heavy clothes and it was burning hot outside...and I am starting to think that what I am giving up is NOTHING compared to what I'm getting. Even though it WILL change my life, I am READY for that change!!