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I would just advise you to get as much rest as possible. I had to go back to work two weeks after my op and wished I had more time!! I used to do my morning shift, come home and sleep for a couple of hours before going back out for the late shift. Between week 5 and 7 I started to feel a bit better. I also had a Vit B shot and I think that helped a lot.

Hi, I have just had my band fitted in Belgium on 7/05. I was given a card to carry in my wallet which basically says that I was fitted with a band, that I cant eat no more than 60g of food at a time and also that it is safe to have a MRI scan. My doctor gave this card to me along with about 15 others in all different languages, he had filled in his contact details on the back. It seems a pretty standard card so perhaps you could speak to your doctor about getting one for you.

It seems like a lot of cash but I think it will be worth it all in the end. I have just had my surgery done (07/05) in Belgium and the op cost me £4000.00 I borrowed some money from a financial provider which was recommended on my surgeons website and the rest I had saved!!

Hi everyone, its really great to see how everyone is feeling and doing (and mostly well!!!) I had my band put in on the 7th May. I returned to the UK on Friday afternoon. Everything went well, I have a course of 10 blood thining injections which I have to give myself every morning for 10 days, and also had to wear long stockings for a couple days post op. I am back to work on wednesday so have eased myself off the painkillers - the last two I took was on sunday evening. So far all going well, have a bit of discomfort round the biggest incision (my port) the rest are healing well. A bit of pain in my left shoulder as well, but I am coping with it. My incisions were glued and look fabulous, will take a photo and pop it on - I know all DR's have their preferred places to put them but it will give everyone an idea (that is if you really want to see them!!!) Right now I'm making Chicken soup and really looking forward to having that this evening.

Hi Guys, I joined up as a herbalife distributor in the UK, this was just so I could qualify for the 25% discount. The flavours we have available here are cookies and cream, chocolate, vanilla, tropical (banana flavour), strawberry and cuppacino(sp?). They are divine, sometimes I mix the choc with the cuppa and then also the choc and the cookies and cream are delicious mixed. Years ago I tried slimfast, but the aftertaste was enough to make me ill. Sometimes I make my shakes up with half soya milk for extra added protein and a bit of a 'nutty' flavour!! If you need help getting hold of them I can check on the distributors website and let you know. Its nice to know that others are planning on the shakes too, makes me feel like I have company!!

Hi guys, just wondering if any of you have a) tried HERBALIFE to loose weight before and :huh2: if any of you are planning on going onto it once you have had your band fitted. The shakes come in great flavours!!! Cookies and cream is my favourite, plus you can add protein powder to it and it has no taste?? Any thoughts?

mstars, i have found a few antagonistic people along the way, there are even a number in these chat rooms (believe it or not) I've just kept my focus forward and those who have not wanted to be a support, i've moved them to the side - I think these people are there to test us, so will def remember you in my prayers - stay strong!

I BET SHE IS SO PROUD OF YOU TOO x

That was a good weekend amsderb!! Gosh i cant imagine splitting an appetizer (to tell the truth I cant wait!!)

Gosh aren't our minds funny things!!! Since i was given my op date (7 may) I have eaten nearly everything in the whole wide world - stuff I would never even dream of eating before!! Its our minds playing tricks on us - come on summon up that courage and lets STICK to it!!! Lets be strong and devoted to our diets (well we should try at least!!!)

I think I'm the odd one out here - southend on sea, Essex, UK!!

Thanks for all the encouragement, such a blessing!!

Well, I've been through all the other threads and I've ended up here!! Yes the Lord is sending me messages - I lack so much faith but this thread is a true blessing!! Im 28 and my surgery date set for 7 May 2008. Im not feeling nervous, just very excited and the whole process has gone pretty smooth from deciding to have the op (did i pray about it - NO!) to getting the finances - and still i question my faith!! What is wrong with me!! Why do I so often forget to include God in my day to day decisions? Thank you Lord for steering me once again in the right direction!! Nice to meet you all!!

I am paying for the op myself, taken out a loan to cover the cost of £3500 - im sure it will be worth it in the long run!! Having mine done in belgium as half the cost of the UK.

Im 6ft tall and weigh 357lbs, my clothing size is UK28, would love to weigh 170lbs!!!! Wow thats sooooooooo far away!! Would be happy in a size 16/18 too!!!

I feel too self conscious to wear a swimming costume so here's to next summer!! So wish i had the confidence!

Hi Donna, Im 28 years old and weigh nearly 26st. Im having my band put in on the 7 May. Im so excited I cant tell you. I never went through any doctors either, just contacted the surgeon straight away and that was that. I've not felt nervous or anxious cause this is the last desperate measure - Fortunately my family have been very supportive. In the long run, you need to do what is best for you!!!

Hello all, I live in the Uk and im having my surgery on May 7th in Belgium - Im so excited and I LOVE THE NAME 'MAY MIRACLES' Wow, what a journey we will all have together!!!

LOL!!! Can think of a couple to keep you up at night and jumping at every sqeak in the house!!

Wow, just browsed through your blog and what a fantastic journey!!! Congrats on the TT!! You look fabulous and once the swelling has gone down, and some of the pain subsided you will have a grin as wide as a cheshire cat!!!

For months and months I have logged onto lapband talk, and have followed your journeys - both the UPS and the DOWNS!!! Today I have joined, and with the date 7 May 2008 for my band, I hope I too will be able to encourage and support you. Thank you to everybody for all the wonderful help - HERE IS TO A NEW US!!!! :thumbup: I will be travelling to Belgium from the UK to have my surgery - just booked my eurostar ticket and soooooooooo excited!!!