If you're planning on being banded in January your either half way thru your 6 month wait or you've just recently met with your surgeon and you're beginning your 3 month wait filled with dr appts and nutrition classes.

I have aetna and I only have to wait three months but it'll be filled jam packed w/ dr appts and classes, etc...

I went to see a pulmonologist last week and he wants me to get a breathing test, chest x-ray and sleep study. Saw the GI yesterday and my endoscopy is set for 11/5 and my cardiologist is Friday - can't wait to see what HE has in store for me - haha --- I'm actually excited to get this "work up of the stars" --- how many others are thankful for all these tests (cause when else would we get them done??)

My BMI is under 40 and my last two years worth of weights was around a 35 but I have diabetes and high triglicerides...hoping that this is acceptable for aetna approval cause I'm gaining and not losing no matter what I do - I presently need to lose 80-90 pounds and there is no way I could do it on my own with the diabetes and hypo-thyroidism. :laugh:

I'm curious to know who is getting banded in January (My surgery date is 1/18/11 if approved). I'd love to hear your stories and concerns - anything at all --- just want to put together a group for those that are planning a new life style come January - I can't think of a better new years resolution!!!! :thumbup: ~Renee

Hi Calibander!

How funny... I lurked for a few weeks myself!

I have to say, I'm nervous about tomorrow, too.... my greatest anxiety revolves around the immediate post-op period... when they've just extubated... and you're not asleep... but not awake... yet you can TOTALLY feel pain and nausea.... hate that with a passion

Do you live in Southern Cali???? My husband is Navy... we've lived in San Diego a couple of times.... and will be back there this summer for a couple more years.

I'll be thinking of you tomorrow... best of luck... meet you on the other side

I'm finally getting to leave the hospital in about an hour. Just wanted to mention that I have had NO signs of hunger. Pretty cool. And walking really is best for the pain, even if its just a 2 minute walk. The rest of you going this month will do great! I am so thankful that its been a breeze so far.

Hi January Bandsters,

I am now 2days post-op. I feel sore but this morning was alot better than yesterday.

I am craving food (I did not have to do a pre-op diet) and not feeling fulfilled on liquid.

I am desperately after recipes with some flavor or substance and i know its hard due to this being a liquid only stage.

My surgeon has said all went well and everything is where it should be.

What I am nervous about now is what if i dont lose the weight after going through all this

I have that same fear. I had my first post op check up yesterday and I was terrified that I hadnt lost any weight and had put myself through all this pain and discomfort for nothing. But then I got on the scale and was down 13 pounds. All I'm saying is, don't drive yourself too nuts with the fears!

I was banded on tuesday, do u feel any growling in your stomach?

Not only could feel it at that point, but everyone could hear it! Lol....this surgery is slowly but surely teaching me to respect the hunger!

I'm finally getting to leave the hospital in about an hour. Just wanted to mention that I have had NO signs of hunger. Pretty cool. And walking really is best for the pain, even if its just a 2 minute walk. The rest of you going this month will do great! I am so thankful that its been a breeze so far.

Hi Amber!

Thanks for checking in... it helps to hear from someone who is 'fresh'.... I'm so nervous about tomorrow... hope I sleep tonight!!

Congrats!!!

I feel like one of the last ones to be banded this month lol.

Im glad I read your stories and thank you so much for sharing. I do believe reading them is a blessing but a curse for me. Im scared beyond belief but at least Im fully aware of the worst case normal scenerios, more of an idea what is ok and what is not normal. I spend tomorrow packing, getting last minute items, etc. and then leave at 3am and from there...my journey begins. As my facilitator said to me today "Tomorrow you are one day closer to a whole new you"!

No you're not, I'm getting banded on the 31st

I went out to get some more broth and Jello today and then I'll wait until Sunday to finish up preparing what I need at the hospital. I'm the first one of the day, checking in at 5am. It feels very surreal right now.

Yes but the most odd part is my stomach is growling yet im not hungry, I just wonder if that will ever stop. It does only eating 4 ounces every hour! Good Luck to everyone getting banded tomorrow or in the up coming days any questions feel free to ask if i can help I would love to!

Not only could feel it at that point, but everyone could hear it! Lol....this surgery is slowly but surely teaching me to respect the hunger!

One thing I wasn't prepared for was after losing 12 lbs on the pre-op diet, they put several bags of fluids in me for the surgery. I came home 4 lbs heavier. It was a little shocking. I mean, it was logical, but a little heads up would have been great! lol

I'm 6 days post-op and completely pain free. I've been back to my regular life routine for 4 days now and feel fantastic! Every morning when I step on the scale is like Christmas. The liquid diet has been easier when I remember that "I eat to live not live to eat." This comes from a confirmed foodie, too. I watch cooking shows, I cook for my family and others, too. I'm known as a cook. I'm having to figure out who I am now. This is really an exciting journey in several ways. I'm so excited!!!

Stacy

One thing I wasn't prepared for was after losing 12 lbs on the pre-op diet, they put several bags of fluids in me for the surgery. I came home 4 lbs heavier. It was a little shocking. I mean, it was logical, but a little heads up would have been great! lol

I'm 6 days post-op and completely pain free. I've been back to my regular life routine for 4 days now and feel fantastic! Every morning when I step on the scale is like Christmas. The liquid diet has been easier when I remember that "I eat to live not live to eat." This comes from a confirmed foodie, too. I watch cooking shows, I cook for my family and others, too. I'm known as a cook. I'm having to figure out who I am now. This is really an exciting journey in several ways. I'm so excited!!!

Stacy

Hi Stacy!

So good to hear that you're progressing well post-op!!!

Today's my big day.... I'm out the door in 10 minutes!!

Here we gooOOOOoooo

Yay, Carollee! I'm by no means a pro, but I'm here for you if you have any questions or just general complaining.

Stacy

I came home 15 pounds heavier!

One thing I wasn't prepared for was after losing 12 lbs on the pre-op diet, they put several bags of fluids in me for the surgery. I came home 4 lbs heavier. It was a little shocking. I mean, it was logical, but a little heads up would have been great! lol

I'm 6 days post-op and completely pain free. I've been back to my regular life routine for 4 days now and feel fantastic! Every morning when I step on the scale is like Christmas. The liquid diet has been easier when I remember that "I eat to live not live to eat." This comes from a confirmed foodie, too. I watch cooking shows, I cook for my family and others, too. I'm known as a cook. I'm having to figure out who I am now. This is really an exciting journey in several ways. I'm so excited!!!

Stacy

I think the growling is gas, not hunger. My stomach sounds like a motorcycle! Lol

Yes but the most odd part is my stomach is growling yet im not hungry, I just wonder if that will ever stop. It does only eating 4 ounces every hour! Good Luck to everyone getting banded tomorrow or in the up coming days any questions feel free to ask if i can help I would love to!

Haha me and my husband were laughing about my stomach "talking" last night. He just kept asking me "and you're not hungry?" And I wasnt. But the "Full" feeling is diffently different after being banded. Its hard to explain but its almost like I physically am full not my stomach is full, if that makes since. Could be the gas too since I'm only Day 3 out. I was operated on so late on Saturday that by the time I was out of recovery I just chalk that as my surgery day and Sunday was Day 1 for me.

I had my surgery Friday Jan 28th in TJ Mexico. I am now home and recovering quite well. I'd say now I just feel like I have the flu - kind of achy, tired, and a little tightness in my chest. Nothing unbearable - just uncomfortable! I am just freaking out about how I am going to be on clear liquids for a week. I am already feeling pretty weak and dizzy since I haven't had anything to eat since last Wednesday. Juice and broth is not cutting it and I have to work tomorrow! Any words of wisdom or advice are welcome!