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Harley, my PS developed a technique called Progressive Tension Sutures. he basically sews you down the inside of the tummy instead of stretching the tummy and having one suture line at the hip bones. yes, i'll have that scar, but having the progressive sutures it helps eliminate the Fluid build up.. i hope im explaining this right. his website is North Dallas Plastic Surgery: Cosmetic Surgery in Dallas and Plano, TX and it shows how its done there. im hoping the fact that i will not have drains will make it a tad easier... i get VERY annoyed at things like that and i think i'd end up pulling them out myself that's one reason i initially said no pain pump, but i came to my senses when Dr. P strongly suggested i get it... so if my surgeon is saying its going to hurt, its going to HURT...

i can start S L O W L Y on the tmill after 2-3 weeks out. maybe 1.5-2.0 MPH (ha - that's where i started when i first started working out, and that was pushing it... now it's S L O W).. i know i wont be able to push myself for a few months, but i have that Disney Minnie Marathon (9 miles) the first weekend or so in May, so i have motivation.

yikes, i can imagine how difficult it is not being able to use your tummy OR your arms... i agree - take all the meds you can while the kiddos are being taken care of

im going to agree with everyone here... i was weighed when they first saw me then the day of my surgery. its a good thing to lose some weight before surgery and you really should if you are on a pre-op diet. for a lot of people with the band it's not the losing part, it's the keeping off part. best of luck to you!

yeah, i know!!

karey, we usually go to dinner and we then look at our china pictures. sometimes she wears her silk dresses, sometimes (ok, most times) she just doesnt want to and we dont force the issue. we try to keep it low key and it just be about her. im worried that this year it wont really be about her and that makes me sad ... im trying to stay positive and not think im gunna croak on the table (see, there i go again...) ok ... starting NOW, positive healing thoughts. we're gunna be fine. we're going to heal well and yes, look smokin hot!!!

nina is doing OK. she's having internet connection issues from the hotel in France. she is really sore from the lipo (says the lipo is worse than the tuck). clothes are loose, but thighs look the same due to swelling. just thought i'd let you guys know she's ok ...

im assuming you are on liquids only, so just sip throughout the day. make sure you get plenty of Protein in. i remember when i was banded (back in the day - LOL) i didnt feel hungry at all at first. it took a couple of weeks until i truly was hungry, but everyone is different. pains can be from sutures, hunger, gas, you name it.

lulu, i know how you feel.. i dont wanna give up my trainer, but its pointless since i wont be able to do much after my tuck (6 months or more ... - no idea what im going to do!!)

do you think the drains are the only thing holding you back? i am not going to have any drains (thank you thank you thank you, Dr. P)

best of luck to you all today!

welcome to LBT!

gooood morning ladies! i, like maziemommy, started out with over 200 to lose and i am now down to needing to lose about 80ish. it's a bit different for us that have soooo much to lose. here i've lost about 150 pounds and am at a weight where people START their banding journey. just take it a bit at a time... little about me: from St. Louis, but transplanted myself to Dallas area married for 10 years (today is anniversary!!) to my very DH 4 year old daughter going in for plastic surgery on Friday (!!!!) free time (what's that?) i like to read and spend time with my family (and i love to travel)

you're not the only one. you've seen where you can make improvements, take them one at a time if it seems too daunting. and you're right, once you have adequate restriction, you wont be drinking with your meals - unless of course you want them to revisit ... take it easy on yourself, you're not alone...

perfectly normal. there's a thread about this right here: http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f178/gurgling-noises-when-i-eat-drink-52981/ since you were banded 3 days ago, just take everything slowly. congrats on being banded!

i LOVE my trainer. she has gotten to know exactly what i need and gives it to me... for instance, sometimes, i need to the accountability, so if she doesnt see me at the gym for a few days in a row, she emails me telling me to get my rear to the gym... i had my last session with her Saturday and oh boy she kicked my behind. cant wait til i can go back to her in about 6 months...

:puke:oh... i know. nerves are getting the best of me i think. 3 more days of working, then a day of pampering (somewhat) then it's the day.. it's DH & my 10th wedding anniversary today.... so today is special too and Thursday the day 3 years ago our DD was placed in our arms, so it's a very special week. :thumbdown::wub:

Terry, i have PCOS and have lost 150-ish pounds. yes, i have saggy skin, but i'd rather it be saggy than filled with fat... :thumbdown: i went with lap band because i didnt want my insides rerouted and i didnt want the malabsorb issues. best of luck with your decision.

Neal, when are you getting back to work? you think 2 weeks for a desk job would be enough? im getting really nervous!!!

Karey, you're in single digits!!! i think you'll be fine in May. i have all the confidence that our bodies will bounce back even better than before.

Lynn, so glad you are doing well! :thumbdown: good to hear about the pain pump... i did bite the bullet and told the doctor that i wanted one. i take it was worth the $350?

Amy, you look fabulous!! so glad that you woke up .. :thumbdown: that is still one of my fears... the girls look great and your tummy... OMG!!! wow!

i CANNOT wait til i dont have to do that!!!

thanks guys... i cant believe tomorrow i'll be able to say "this week" ... i only have 3 more working days until my tuck. im taking Thursday off to work out with my DH at the gym for one last cardio session then a pedi and then check into the hotel. we're picking my dad up at the airport Thursday as well then going to my fave restaurant in Dallas... CANNOT WAIT!!!

congrats Mary!!! :thumbup: