I have started a group for us at:

http://www.lapbandtalk.com/groups/april-2010-bandster-bunnies.html

I think it is important that we get together and share our experiences. My date is April 2nd so I wld like to let e'one know how the process went for me. Please spread the word. Wld like to get u all so we begin our journey together.

I'm so glad to hear everyone is doing well. You guys are certainly leading us April Bunnies in the right direction:thumbup:. I'm three days into my pre-op diet (2-3 shakes and one lean meat with one veggie meal) and I'm going to my PCP to get my "ok" for surgery today. Starting to get anxious and excited. Thanks for the support and congrats again.

Kristina

Wayno's on deck. Surgery 04/09 @ 1:15pm, wont be back home till late that night. Its a 4.5 hour drive back to the casa. See you all on the other side.

Had my surgery yesterday and home around noon. Slept good last night on Loritab. Got in over 60 oz of water and two protein drinks yesterday. Walked about a quarter mile.

Not taking the Loritab today as it makes me feel fuzzy and dizzy. I am feeling my stitches a bit now so I had my husband go get me some liquid Tylenol. Walked half a mile and have had 40 oz of water and one protein drink. Started adding dissolvable fiber to my protein drink so I do not get constipated.

I stopped taking my Metformin (last dose might before surgery) and my blood sugar today was 115. It has been running 150 in the AM. I am watching it closely and hoping I do not have to get some liquid Metformin.

I have five incisions. They are stapled, not stitched. The biggest one has a bit of drainage, but not too much. They are sore, but nothing I would call pain. Hurts the most when I roll over.

I get really full really fast, with only a few drinks of liquid. Not hungry and can't even imagine eating at this point.

I hope everyone is doing as well as I am!:smile2:

WOW!! It sounds like everyone is doing so well, CONGRATS!!! I am getting really excited for my surgery next week Wednesday, 4/14!

I have a question for the "Veteran April Bandster Bunnies"...What things should I take with me to the hospital and what things do I need to make sure I have at home for my return? Any input would be GREAT!!

Thanks!!

Good luck to all those who are being banded tomorrow.

i cant get the protein drink in, just seems like so much but i am hydrated. my right thigh is numb. i'm gassy but i have no pain.

anyone else having issues with the protein drink?

WOW!! It sounds like everyone is doing so well, CONGRATS!!! I am getting really excited for my surgery next week Wednesday, 4/14!

I have a question for the "Veteran April Bandster Bunnies"...What things should I take with me to the hospital and what things do I need to make sure I have at home for my return? Any input would be GREAT!!

Thanks!!

Good luck to all those who are being banded tomorrow.

I packed a bag for the hospital with things I had been told like Gas-X and my Cpap, book, etc. Never even opened up my bag! They took away my C-Pap and not aware if they used it or not. I took out my contacts and put them in my case, and the next thing I really knew, I was going home.

Since I got home I have used the Gas-X a few times, my protein powder, dissolvable fiber and chicken broth. I had my husband go get me some liquid Tylenol because I have not used the Loi-Tab on day two. Made me dizzy and just not in that much pain. Doctor also said to get some Glad Press and Seal to cover up my incisions so I could shower. Haven't tried that yet.

All my woryry about what to take was really for nothing as it was over so fast!

Good luck - hope your surgery is as uneventful as mine.:smile2:

Good Luck to ya Waynooo. We'll see ya on the losers bench.

A new Me for Me- If you have big boobs take a good bra. I had the gas-x strips, lip balm (you will need & use it), supplies for contact lens care and have a pillow in the car for under the seatbelt. That is all I had that I really used.

My 1 week post op appt today went great. Progressed to mushy, ok to exercise (no crunches), incisions are healing great. That dermabond is some wonderful stuff. Officially of of the BP medication. Bonus: got my braces of today, also..Yay!!!:smile2:

i cant get the protein drink in, just seems like so much but i am hydrated. my right thigh is numb. i'm gassy but i have no pain.

anyone else having issues with the protein drink?

I didn't have any issues with the protein. I used the protein shots from GNC and thinned it with water. Maybe someone else will chime in. Great that you are staying hydrated. the proein will help with saiety. It did for me, anyway.:smile2:

Had my surgery yesterday and home around noon. Slept good last night on Loritab. Got in over 60 oz of water and two protein drinks yesterday. Walked about a quarter mile.

Not taking the Loritab today as it makes me feel fuzzy and dizzy. I am feeling my stitches a bit now so I had my husband go get me some liquid Tylenol. Walked half a mile and have had 40 oz of water and one protein drink. Started adding dissolvable fiber to my protein drink so I do not get constipated.

I stopped taking my Metformin (last dose might before surgery) and my blood sugar today was 115. It has been running 150 in the AM. I am watching it closely and hoping I do not have to get some liquid Metformin.

I have five incisions. They are stapled, not stitched. The biggest one has a bit of drainage, but not too much. They are sore, but nothing I would call pain. Hurts the most when I roll over.

I get really full really fast, with only a few drinks of liquid. Not hungry and can't even imagine eating at this point.

I hope everyone is doing as well as I am!:smile2:

Glad to see that you are doing so well. I was asking about you on yesterday. Everyday feels much better. I had to sleep on my back for the first 2 nights. Now I sleep comfy on either side. My hunger came back around day 4 or so. You really are doing terrific. The April Bandster Bunnies ROCK!!!

At airport now in transit with a delayed flight and have to go soon. Had my post -op today. Will update further when I get in tonite. Luv u guys

Sounds good. I just knew that you were smiling at hubby and the baby by now.. We'll understand if the update is later..lol

After waiting 7 months....I can't believe it's finally here. I get banded tomorrow morning at 7:30am - I've been so busy with work and trying to keep it a secret from everyone that it kind of snuck up on me. Been doing the protein shakes for 1 1/2 weeks now and I'm not even hungry......I even made Meatball sandwiches for my family tonight and didn't even crave one (well, maybe a little). I guess I'm ready!!!! My doc makes everyone spend the night in the hospital, so I won't be home until Saturday.....

I have been sore - just as others described it - like I've done about a 1000 crunches. On Tuesday, we did a trip to Auburn, AL (about 2 hrs away) to watch my son play baseball. I didn't think it would be too taxing but it turned into a long day. I felt nausea about 11:00pm, as we started home. I took all my meds with me and my protein shake. I took the nausea meds and made it home with no problems. I really took it easy on Wednesday and today. I did manage to walk on the treadmill today for 20 mins. I got to take a quick shower today and that was great after walking. I got more protein in today and I could tell it made me feel better. I am finishing the last one now. Today, I got in more calories but I am still on thin liquids and will be for another 11 days before I can move to full liquids. I have noticed that seeing all the food commercials look really good but not too bad.

happytrucker280~ Glad to hear your post-op went well and you got advanced to mushy foods. Hope your first post-banding food experience is as amazing as mine was :smile2:

Froggie D! Glad to hear your surgery went well. I was wondering about you yesterday.

waynoo & HappyDay~ Good luck on your surgeries tomorrow. Here's hoping everything goes well and you have speedy hospital discharges!

mamasugar~ Hope you enjoyed getting to see hubby and baby. Looking forward to your update.

As for me, last night was the first night I was able to sleep comfortably in bed. I slept on my side for most of the night and even rolled onto my stomach for a few hours (I'm usually a tummy sleeper). And, today was my first day without Lortab!

Hello! I'm new to the board and would love to join this thread. My surgery date is April 15th with Dr. Michael Snyder in Denver, through Rose Medical Center. I'm nervous, but excited. It's been great to read posts on those of you who have so recently gotten your bands. Thanks for all the great tips!