My lapband surgery is scheduled for November 22nd and I can not wait!! I have been on the pre-op diet for 6 days now and lost 10 lbs. in the first two days. My goal is to be under 300 lbs. by the time we ring in the New Year.

My pre-op diet consists of 2-3 protein drinks a day, 3 cups of yogurt, skim milk, or cottage cheese, as much broth and sugar free popsicles as I would like, and juice. Currently, I am enjoying tomato juice as it satisfies my salt craving.

Is anyone else scheduled for November 22nd? If so, how has your pre-op diet adventure gone?

Will be banded on the 22nd as well. The reality of it all happening so soon is beginning to make me

anxious as _ _ _ _!!! (HELL)

Never had surgery or general anesthesia. So nervous!

I didn't have a pre op diet, so I have been eating all of the things that I know that I wouldn't be able to eat post band!

Looking toward a thinner, healthier future!

I would like to wish all of the future bandsters (especially those on 11/22) good luck and a uneventful recovery!

Welcome to the best thread around Soundman!

Dallas Texas:) What about them Cowboys!!!!

I'm in Dallas too....i'm getting my surgery done by Dr Adam Smith in Ft Worth tho.

I am also due to be banded on 11/22. I wish you all well!

Hi,

My surgery date is December 1, 2010. I started my pre op diet yesterday. I woke up in the middle of the night with a headache! I am not feeling too well. I am haiving protein drinks 3 daily with lots of water, some jello and I make my protein drinks with skim milk. Do you feel better after a few days? Good luck to you!

4 days LEFT!!!

Dear November Bandsters! Good luck to everyone having their surgery tomorrow!!! I will know tomorrow if I go in on Monday at 7:30 am or not...problem with my insurance. If not, then it will be Dec. 7th...may be a good thing if it is Monday, since I am so nervous...and it will be a surprise!! Just got the book Bandwagon and its a God send, as you all are to me...a lot of good advise and information. The more we know the better...God bless!

3 More Days - its going by so fast. Enjoy your weekend Pre-Bandsters!!

No I have a surgeon in Cincinnati, Ohio.

I went to GNC today to pick up some protein/whey powder for my post op Protein drinks. It was quite an experience! There's a lot to choose from out there.

Hi There! I too went to GNC and got Isoopure's liquid Protein which I found to be much more palatable. I am also getting banded on November 22nd... three more days! Please stay in touch and good luck with recovery!

will be banded on the 22nd as well. The reality of it all happening so soon is beginning to make me

anxious as _ _ _ _!!! (hell)

never had surgery or general anesthesia. So nervous!

I didn't have a pre op diet, so i have been eating all of the things that i know that i wouldn't be able to eat post band!

Looking toward a thinner, healthier future!

I would like to wish all of the future bandsters (especially those on 11/22) good luck and a uneventful recovery!

dear soundman: I grew up in providence rhode island and went to school in massachusetts. Where in ri are you from? I am also getting banded on november 22nd... Just three more days! I didn't have to do the preop either so i have been eating my way through each day with a sadness and relief at the same time that i will never have to see these foods in these portion sizes again. Where are you getting banded? What hospital? Good luck to you and safe recovery! Stay in touch.

Dear November Bandsters: I just got my call...I go in at 6:00 am on Monday, November 22nd...now the panic starts..I guess God in His wisdom did not let me know sooner, so I wouldn't be freakin out...please please keep in touch...good luck to all and God bless for a speedy recovery!!!

Dear November Bandsters: I just got my call...I go in at 6:00 am on Monday, November 22nd...now the panic starts..I guess God in His wisdom did not let me know sooner, so I wouldn't be freakin out...please please keep in touch...good luck to all and God bless for a speedy recovery!!!

I am going in on November 22nd as well! Wishing you the very best. We can do this!!!

Ms Jeanette! I'm getting my surgery done by Dr. Smith on the 24th. Best of luck to both of us.

Laura

I am being banded on the 22nd too.... so nervous I have lost my appetite.... seriously, I am so scared I can hardly eat but I am a little excited too!!! Bought Isopure Protein shakes because of the additional Vitamins and minerals. I have four weeks of liquids and then four weeks of mushies to look forward to and no fill until six weeks post op.

Good luck and very best wishes to everyone for Monday's surgery:thumbup: