Hi all-

I've been scanning this site for a week or so now, just getting up the courage to post. I'm getting my band Wednesday morning (3/1). I'm excited and scared, just ready to get it over with.

I just wanted to send a quick post and thank all of you for sharing the good and the bad about your bands, it really helps those of us who are just starting out.

Jennifer

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I'm so happy for you! You are going to do great, follow ALL the instructions your Doc gives you. I had mine done 2/3/06 and have lost 17.1# as of today. I'll be praying for you on Wens.:eek:

Tammy

I'm looking at late April or early May for my banding, so please let me know how everything goes for you. God Bless and I'll be thinking about you and wishing you well on your new journey.

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Welcome to LBT Jennifer! Good luck with your upcoming surgery! You'll do great!

CONGRATULATIONS AND GOOD LUCK! You'll do great. Make sure you post when you are able!!!

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Welcome to LBT, and congrats on your surgery date. It's only normal to feel the way you are. Good luck and keep us posted!

Hi,

Welcome to LBT. When I first came here I kept wondering and asking about abbreviations in conversations. To make it easier for yourself you might want to check out the “FAQ’s and Resources” Forum. There are a couple of threads about abbreviations which will help you understand what people are talking about. HTH (hope this helps!) and good luck to you.

I got my band yesterday morning. This was my first surgery, and it thankfully went well. I had surgery at 7:30am and was headed home by 11.

I'm still a little sore and don't have much of an appetite yet. I've had a little broth and have been trying to sip Water as much as I can. I've tried some grape juice and a sugar-free popsicle, but after just a few sips or bites, I start feeling a little queasy. I do NOT want to get sick, so I'm not pushing it.

Thanks for all the well-wishes and welcomes, it helps to know you're out there! :confused:

Water down that grape juice, and stay away from anything acidic since you are queasy. You are doing great! Congrats!