Lots2Luv

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Thank you so much for your honesty! I have been feeling this way already and I'm only 3 weeks banded! I was ashamed of saying anything to anyone because I'm "supposed" to be hyped with motivation right? Well, that lasted the 1st 2 weeks when just a Protein shake held me over to the point where I had to force myself to eat later on to get my protein in for the day then my appetite came back with a vengeance :hungry: and I started mindlessly picking on things like you said, "worthless". No type of nutritional value. Worse of all, now I know that certain things that were supposed to be taboo because they would not go down well have and so the fear factor is no longer there. I think I may be due for a fill way sooner than scheduled. I need all the support I can get til then:help: Thanks again for helping me be able to get this off my chest:hug:

Hi all! I'm 10 days banded and have a VG band I'm assuming unfilled is how they start out but I didn't ask so I'm not sure so far of course, I feel restricted and I hope that I'll continue to be successful with it.

Thanks you guys have really helped. I'm also thinking of going to my primary Dr. to be evaluated there and maybe she will give me some time.

I'm in an office and so i get that it doesn't require heavy lifting but I feel my weakness/dizziness was not addressed and so I feel a safety issue there with even driving to work. No more vacation or personal time due to obesity related issues so you see my dilema?

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Sorry to hear about the husband I do believe everything happens for a reason so keep your head up and I wish you the best! We're October newbie sisters:whoo: Keep us posted on your progress and good luck tomorrow:gluck: ! Oh by the way, I had been joking for months b4 surgery that "I'm bringing Sexy Back!" and that song of course was the theme going into surgery and coming out! It made it fun so I suggest if you feel the same way take your ipod or music player & get in "Sexy" mode while jammin out

Chrispy I'm sorry to hear about your scare and I'm hoping that you don't have an infection you're one of my october sisters and I wish you well! Keep us posted after the Doc appt.

Hey AZ Bandsters! Since my last post I wanted to say that I did jump the gun on how minimal the pain was. The next day I woke up in much pain so I'm assuming the good stuff they give you at the hospital wore off. The gas that has often been talked about is sooo annoying and painful but I got some gas x and have been able to manage. Now I'm recovering well and have been able to eat some soft proteins. Thanks Julie for asking and good luck to you!:clap2:

Officially a Bandster! :clap2: Hey all just got home from the hospital and I feel good, way too sleepy due to meds but very minimal pain. It feels very surreal to me right now but I'm sure as the time passes it will sink in. I want to thank all of you for the kind words and support I feel that all that good energy came in there with me today and all went REALLY SMOOTH. HUGS AND KISSES TO ALL!!!! :hug:

:clap2: Officially a Bandster! Hey all just got home from the hospital and I feel good, way too sleepy due to meds but very minimal pain. It feels very surreal to me right now but I'm sure as the time passes it will sink in. I want to thank all of you for the kind words and support I feel that all that good energy came in there with me today and all went REALLY SMOOTH. HUGS AND KISSES TO ALL!!!! :hug:

Hey all! Got banded today and I just got home I am in VERY MINIMAL PAIN! Can you believe this? It feels so surreal after all this time wanting and preparing for this moment and now it's finally here! I wish you all the best:hug:

Thanks a bunch coyotegirl! I am starting to get a little nervous so I'm trying to stay busy. I've been straightening up the house like a maniac and periodically checking in here. I got a massage today which felt great so the first part of my day was a breeze now if I could make it through the night without anxiety I'll be ok. Thanks for the good wishes

The closer to surgery I get the more I'm looking forward to finally taking ownership of my body and health. I've begun to feel empowered by this so i'm looking forward to being powerful, responsible and accountable to myself for my health and happiness then this of course, will spill out into every other area in my life. Also, what most of you have mentioned the cute undies and clothes (especially tucking in a shirt), crossing my legs.......... I too want it all! The opportunities are endless:clap2:

MarySue I am so glad you wrote what you wrote because it was precisely what I needed to hear. As the days go by and the more I read I go back and forth from really excited and empowered by my decision to scared and doubtful mainly because of the terrible stories of complications and the negativity posts that I couldn't help but read. Like you said the site is undoubtedly a good source of support and info but it can also be a hinderance. I will just continue to choose the threads that I will participate in and not allow myself to get caught up in the "other" stuff. I have to keep my energy positive and get mentally and physically prepared for B- Day! 9 Days till Band Day are you stoked??? Here's to our new journeys:whoo: I wish you the best! Hugs and Kisses!

Thanks! Coyotegirl that is sweet. Cyndiwilson I'm having surgery at Scottsdale Healthcare Hospital. I too am nervous and excited and elated.... It just depends on the hour. I wish you, all AZ Bandsters and Oct. Newbie Bandsters all the best!

Hey tiredepot I am going to be banded 10/9 so I can totally relate. However, I did extensive research and spoke with a couple of specialist in this area enough to where I felt comfortable. Like you I am healthy meaning I don't have any of the illnesses possible for being obese but I am in the category of morbidly obese so as far as the gall bladder thing you wouldn't have to worry(I'm not a Doc just going off of my info) and for the erroding, that's one of the chances that you take with this because you never know if it'll happen to you. It's not like there's something that one does to cause that to happen, you know? So that is one of the risks and I am willing to take that risk with hopes that it won't happen. If it does, what they would do is remove the band- so yeah, more surgery.

Ok so I'm not trying to freak you out but have you asked your Dr. how many band procedures he's performed? Something is not adding up. Go to the 'Food' Forum on here and you will get an idea of what is suggested and if you meet with your Doc soon bring this to his attention see what he says. Wishing you the best, Lots2Luv

Ladyred sorry to hear about the hernia:( . As for me I will be out the same day. How weird that they didn't suggest the liquid diet AT ALL oh well, like I said all Dr.'s and Programs differ I would suggest following your Dr.'s advice. They did however, have you lose some weight before surgery right? It serves the same purpose as your friend suggested so that the fat in your liver will be less and it will be easier for them to perform the surgery. I hope you will be released soon after. I will be looking to hear from you!

Ladyred usually 2 weeks out they have you start on a clear liquid diet. All Dr.'s and programs seem to differ so I was wondering if they had you start yours this week or do you have to do it days before? By the way, are you going home the same day or will you be staying in the hospital? We can do anything we put our minds to here's to our health and soon to be new bodies!!!!

LadyRed you and I will be banded on the same day! I questioned my decision as well only because I let others plant the seed of doubt. Once I sat with myself I was convinced that I was doing the right thing for me. Are you starting your liquid diet this week? 2 weeks 'til "band day"! We'll have to keep each other posted

I bet that was a good feeling we need more Palisades!!!! I'm gonna make a trip out there just so I could feel like a majority and not a minority:p

I am also a shopaholic so I have a list! Since you're looking for something to wear a short while definately shop sales 'cause you'll probably be giving them away shortly. H&M in NYC has great clothes and nice prices, Old Navy goes up to a size 20, Torrid.com for funky wear, Zaftique.com...... Happy shopping!

I haven't been banded yet. Scheduled for 10/9 however, I have been in with the units nutritionist she suggests along with eggs & meat (which is hard to swallow at times unless, as BOH mentioned, you put it in a crockpot) Lowfat/nonfat cheeses, cottage cheese and yogurt. If you're struggling with these things then the Protein shakes is a definate plus! Good luck!

Hey AZ Bandster's! I live in Maricopa and I'm scheduled for surgery 10/9. I am new to the site so I'm just getting the hang of posting replys and all so if you can offer some feedback that would be great! I feel this is a great way to connect and stay abreast of band info. Oh, can anyone help with some coping ideas for pre-op anxiety? I tend to eat anxiety away but I don't want to hurt my chances and gain weight so I'm losing my mind!