:smile: Got the news today. November 16th is when I will be banded and will finally be able to say I am on my way to a new and healthy me. Hard to imagine that is less then a month away and I know that time will fly. I have my appts set up for the pre-op testing (although not sure what that consist of yet) I am so happy to have found this site. It has been a hugh help.

Cant wait until I can say that...Congrats!!!

Welcome and congratulations! Now you can use the next month to plan your new healthful life.

Good luck!

Hi angieboyd,

I'm November 16th too! We should keep in touch. It would be great to have someone to talk to that's going through the same stage that I am. Good luck!

Thanks !

I am looking forward to the next month actually! I am anxious to see what I have to get at the store. I have been trying some different Protein Shakes. From what I have been told my dr requires three sugar free carnation drinks and two meals under 300 calories and some fresh veggies. I drank one of those today and I was amazed at how sweet it tasted for being sugar free! :smile:

Jen, that would be great if we can keep in touch. I am excited to find someone that has the same day as I do. Where do u live?

Hi Angie,

I am in Plymouth, MN. Getting a little nervous about the pre-op diet. I have 10 days of Clear Liquids only starting Nov. 6th. It sounds more restrictive than other pre-op diets I've heard of. How about you?

Hi Jen,

I haven't found out for sure, but from what I have been told my pre-op diet is not all liquid. I am sure hoping not! I need something in my tummy! It growls really loud. But on a more serious side, if that is what the dr says then I will do it. I go see him on the 25th so then I will know for sure, however I have been told that his is normally three cib drinks a day, two frozen meals under 300 calories and 2 cups of fresh veggies a day.