So my date has changed twice but the final date is July 7th. I start liquids on 6/23. I'm excited, nervous and all kinds of different feelings. I just saw a picture of me from April and I was completely disgusted. I'm ready for change, I feel like I'm living in someone else's body.

I had my lap-band on July 1st. It's been a smooth post-op experience for me. I get tired more than I thought I would, but I guess that's just part of my recovery.

I would really encourage you to stay on whatever your medical team suggests for you. For me, it was two Protein shakes, 4 oz chicken, 2 servings of fruit, a tomato (or other veggie), and 2 cups leavy veggies. I think it really helped me get into the lifestyle that I need post-surgery.

Good luck everyone!!! You can do this!

Banded on July 7th.

Doing well. Less post-op pain than I thought. To me the pain feels like I did about 5k situps. sleeping hasn't been too tough but I have to be careful when moving on to my side.

Stomach is swollen and uncomfortable but really not all that bad...yay!

Definitely not hungry

My surgery date is July 12th and my doctor only required me to have clear liquids the day before.

I too only told five people about my surgery. I have been judged throughout my life about my weight and I certainly did not want to be judged about my weight-loss surgery decision as well. However, I know that one of my family members would like to tell some other people so that she can get support from them as she goes through this journey with me. I never looked at their perspective until she shared this with me. Subsequently, she did tell her best friend and she swears that she won't tell anyone else. Be that as it may, this journey that I have embarked upon is one that I want to remain in control with whom I will share it with.

hi guys, my surgery date is the july 16th, very excited. im on preop diet now, the first few days were rough but ive gotten on a schedule and its not so bad now. glad to be on here and to be able to ask any questions and to have the support of people who know exactly what im going through. good luck to everyone!

Hi Everyone,

I am being banded at 7:30 am, July 14, 2010/

Must admit I am excited about having this procedure.

I haven't told many people about this surgery, those who I have told (carefully selected few) have been very encouraging.

So to all my July banded and to be banded friends, I wish you the best.

Gwendolyn Smythe :confused:

To everyone that is having the surgery tomorrow. I wish you good luck and a speedy recovery.

I'm being banded on July 14th.

My preop diet started on july 5th and I have experience some hungry headaches when I don't stay hydrates otherwise I not all tha hungery and doing good. I've lost a couple of lbs to boot.

Have a great day!

Okay, so tomorrow is the big day! Not really enjoying the "clear liquids only," for today. Heck, I would even enjoy one of those aweful shakes right about now.

Later, I will take my "before" shot. Still deciding on a bathing suit, bra and underwear, or everyday clothes. How did you guys choose?

I am being banded next Thursday, July 22nd. I start liquid diet on Monday, as my doctor only requires 3 days prior to surgery. I am very excited and also nervous. I truly hope and pray everything goes smoothly for me. In October 2007 I went on a diet and lost over 50 pounds and by October 2009 I had gained it all back plus some. I am so tired of dieting and losing weight only to gain it back. I am looking for permanent weight loss and really hope this is it. I plan to put everything I have into making this work. I so badly want to be thin. Good luck to everyone else getting banded soon! :thumbup:

I am being banded August 3, 2010. I only have to go on a liquid diet the day before the surgery.

Hi Everyone,

I am so excited. Less than 48 hours to go, and I will be a new woman. Had a manicure and pedicure today to Celebrate my upcoming surgery.

I have a very loose dress, I am wearing that with just undies, no slip. I did not know how I would feel wearing a bra, and with this dress no one would notice the difference.

I have learned so much from this site it is unbelievable. You will never know how much I appreciate the info.

So for all of us being banded - I salute you with a 3 ounce cup of clear liquid. Appreciate reading what everyone has written.

Keep well everyone.

Gewendolyn Smythe :grouphug:

Rebecca, I feel the same way you do. As the old saying goes "Been there and done that." now for us it will be a new road.

Lots of luck.

Gwendolyn Smythe :grouphug:

I was banded on July 19th. A little sore get tired easily but day 1 was the worst for me due to the nausea(anesthesia) Not hungry at all. ice chips 1st day and 1/2 cp juice and some broth 2nd day. Had my 1st protein drink today but got me a little nauseated but just been sipping it very slowly. For those of you getting banded in nxt days the best of luck. Wishing everyone success on this journey we have decided to take.

Hi Isa,

Congratulations!!!!!!!!!!!

I had no nausea from the surgery. The first couple of days I only drank clear Isopure with no problem. I did not feel hungry.

I tried on of the Protein shakes that contained milk on the 4th day, and that upset my stomach.

Gwendolyn Smythe

Finished the 2 day stress test= ischemia, but it's an "all go" for Monday the 26th!!! I'm so excited,scared and have gone through financial hell to get here..My problem is my chronic lower back pain!! I can't take pain meds other than Extra strength Tylenol and thats worthless.