I just wanted to start a March group. My surgery date is March 2nd.

Down 7.2 lbs in 1 week. Current wt 229 lbs.

Just want to thank you all for your well wishes. And yes I am having surgery in the hospital where I work.

Sun is just setting here in NJ. Tomorrow is a new day. Will post after surgery tomorrow.

All of your support is greatly appreciated.

What hospital? Im in nj

First of all good luck to those getting banded these last two weeks of March! I have been reading lots of entries about people struggling with the pre-op diet' date=' struggling with lots of food issues, family gatherings etc. It would be my greatest wish that family members would be ultra supportive of the Bandsters in their family. Please keep in mind that this liquid, full liquid phase is just that......a phase. It won't last forever. I encourage everyone to focus on the positive, how much better they feel, more energy and to take pride in the fact you took a very difficult step in the right direction to BETTER YOUR HEALTH. That's what it boils down to. Better health. If your family can't support you, SHAME ON THEM and look around, ask your doctor's office; there are lots of alternatives to find support. Find them and actively participate in them. Family gatherings are gonna be tough, but keep your focus on spending time with those you love. The food should only be a small part of the day. Now this is a really tall order for most of us considering our entire lives have revolved around food in one way or another. But if you are strong enough to go through this process, you are strong enough to change your focus!

This process is not for sissies. If you have been through it, follow the doctors/dieticians directions. If you are getting ready to go thru it, stick to the pre-op diet if you have one, don't get discouraged if you cheat. I cheated 3 times and ended up eating hot salsa, chips and some left over spaghetti the night before my operation. Just get back on the diet, and go forward. When the weight starts coming off, the clothes start feeling a little more loose......it will give you more strength to carry on. I promise it will all be worth it.[/quote']

I'm soooo relieved to know I'm not the only one who has cheated on the preop diet. I go in on Friday & have been stressing they would cancel my surgery if they found out! I have cheated when I've been starving & know now, that is the time I need to be extra cautious! Thanks for the words of encouragement!!!!!

Hi all, I was banded this morning 3/20 :wub: . Feeling pretty good a little sore but no pain. I had a wonderful experience in the hospital everyone was soooo nice. Lost 8 lbs on the pre op diet 15 lbs altogether. Just got home at about 5:30 very tired, just took my pain med and hope to get some sleep

I was banded on 3-15-12 and went back to work today. I also had my post op visit today. They told me they put 4cc's in my band during surgery. My next fill date is 4/16/12. Im feeling great and dont have much pain at all! I am having some hunger pains but hopefully as I start eating more solid foods it will help.

I am glad for you...I have no pain just these damn nausea moments...I will try to work again tonight. What is the thickest thing you've tried to eat? I have had sf vanilla pudding with no problem. Helps the hunger pains for sure.

Hi all, I was banded this morning 3/20 :wub: . Feeling pretty good a little sore but no pain. I had a wonderful experience in the hospital everyone was soooo nice. Lost 8 lbs on the pre op diet 15 lbs altogether. Just got home at about 5:30 very tired, just took my pain med and hope to get some sleep

Congrats! I was banded today too, and have been taking naps on and off. I just feel so sleepy, esp after pain meds.

I was banded March 12th. I am doing well. Started pre-op at 272. As of today...252.

That's awesome you are 3 days ahead of me

First of all good luck to those getting banded these last two weeks of March! I have been reading lots of entries about people struggling with the pre-op diet' date=' struggling with lots of food issues, family gatherings etc. It would be my greatest wish that family members would be ultra supportive of the Bandsters in their family. Please keep in mind that this liquid, full liquid phase is just that......a phase. It won't last forever. I encourage everyone to focus on the positive, how much better they feel, more energy and to take pride in the fact you took a very difficult step in the right direction to BETTER YOUR HEALTH. That's what it boils down to. Better health. If your family can't support you, SHAME ON THEM and look around, ask your doctor's office; there are lots of alternatives to find support. Find them and actively participate in them. Family gatherings are gonna be tough, but keep your focus on spending time with those you love. The food should only be a small part of the day. Now this is a really tall order for most of us considering our entire lives have revolved around food in one way or another. But if you are strong enough to go through this process, you are strong enough to change your focus!

This process is not for sissies. If you have been through it, follow the doctors/dieticians directions. If you are getting ready to go thru it, stick to the pre-op diet if you have one, don't get discouraged if you cheat. I cheated 3 times and ended up eating hot salsa, chips and some left over spaghetti the night before my operation. Just get back on the diet, and go forward. When the weight starts coming off, the clothes start feeling a little more loose......it will give you more strength to carry on. I promise it will all be worth it.[/quote']

This was really beautiful to read! Thanks for those words.

I was banded this morning at 730AM in Portland, Oregon. Am feeling good despite some mild tummy pain where the incisions are. Have not had any gas problems yet. I am going to take another nap because I just took my first dose of pain meds and feel so sleepy now.

I hope everyone else's surgeries went superb today

Glad you're doing well Seph! You're now a Bandster!! I'm in Oregon also about 3 hours south of you. My surgery is Thursday in Coos Bay. I'm excited to get it done! Hope your recovery continues to go well! Take good care! Deb

Hi all, I was banded this morning 3/20 :wub: . Feeling pretty good a little sore but no pain. I had a wonderful experience in the hospital everyone was soooo nice. Lost 8 lbs on the pre op diet 15 lbs altogether. Just got home at about 5:30 very tired, just took my pain med and hope to get some sleep

Congrats!! Bet it feels wonderful to be done with the worst part and glad you are doing well, that's great! Hope your recovery goes even better! Deb

Banded March 5th at 242lbs and on today, my 31st birthday I am down 25 lbs!!! Now weighing 217.... super excited and happy I started this journey!!

Banded March 5th at 242lbs and on today' date=' my 31st birthday I am down 25 lbs!!! Now weighing 217.... super excited and happy I started this journey!![/quote']

Awesome! Happy birthday!

WooHoo Newme!! That's awesome!! That's got to get you all jazzed up and full speed ahead! I hope to be saying that soon! Congrats!! Deb

Hi Lisanj. I'm @ Hackettstown. Think you said you were @ Mountainside. I used to work there in the eighties.

Hi all, I was banded this morning 3/20 :wub: . Feeling pretty good a little sore but no pain. I had a wonderful experience in the hospital everyone was soooo nice. Lost 8 lbs on the pre op diet 15 lbs altogether. Just got home at about 5:30 very tired, just took my pain med and hope to get some sleep

congratulations... it so good to hear that everything went so well for you. rest up. now the exciting times are about to start for you.