-occer mom

That is a great looking list of Septembers! We can make it 1 more if you add me. I was banded on the 3rd and am down 12 pounds. Woo-hoo for the band!! (and an all liquid diet, ha,ha)

Hello Septembers, I was banded 9/3 with the Realize band and got back home today. The gas pressure made the incisions hurt, but walking really did the trick. By tonight, I have almost no gas pain at all. It appears I am in the minority, but the liquid Hydrocodone tastes pretty good to me. However, all the sugar-free products turn my stomach. I'm not hungry and dread the next 5 days of clear liquids and protein drinks my doctor requires. Any suggestions on the protein would be appreciated. Hope everyone has a restful weekend.

Also, cannot figure out how to attach my ticker. If there are special instructions or if you can advise me I would be most appreciative!

Surgery in the morning. Can't believe its here. Congrats to those of you who have already been banded this week. I won't be back until Saturday, but wish our Friday friends blessings. May all go well with you!

Hi. Saw surgeon yesterday to review test results and left with a surgery date of 9/3. Whew! I was ready to get moving, but never expected to be going in this week. Did pre-admission at hospital yesterday afternoon and will spend Wed. at the clinic with the nurse, nutritionist & exercise person. I guess God knew if I had more than 3 days to prepare I would chicken out! I'm 36, married, mother of 2 (boy - 8, girl - 11). Have only told 5 people about the surgery. Too much pressure to perform for others, although I know I would have their support.