My tentative surgery date is July 23rd because of my work schedule. It may change by a week but it looks like I'm gonna be a July baby. Anyone else out there that will be banded in July?

My doc said my tentative surgery date was 7/31 however I still don't have a pre-op appoint with the surgeon and I don't have insurances final approval yet...so I'm very unsure that i will really get it done this month ( and I really want too).

Hang in there! Mine was postponed twice. Like my doc said, sometimes the stars and planets have to be aligned just right. It's frustrating, yes, but it will happen, so hang in there!

5 more days until i will be banded anxious,nervous and excited im glad i joined so i have others who can relate!!

Good luck to you! You will be so glad you took this step. I had a Realize band put in a a week ago and I'm doing really well. I know you will be successful, too. Let us know how you are progressing.

I am doing real well, been 8 days since I was banded and I feel 90% normal. Still some twinges depending how I move, plus I still get that brick in my tummy feeling from time to time. But its going a lot better than I could have hoped. My kids and my best friends keep telling me I look like I'm losing weight, but its hard to tell being such a big guy.

I'm exactly where you are! Don't you sometimes wonder why we didn't do this sooner?

Hi guys. I a new to this site but I am getting banded July 20!!!! I am getting so excited! It's been 3 years in the making. I started my liquid diet Monday and I can eat a small salad now. I am proud to say I haven't cheated. I want this so bad!!!!

Congratulations to you. I don't know that I could have waited that long without wanting to strangle something! Good luck on your upcoming surgery. I had my Realize band put in 8 days ago and feeling good.

Had mine done yesterday, had a bit of a panic attack but came round really well, The only thing is the trapped wind, hurts really bad, anyone who has had it got any tips to help release this bloody gas!

Thanks very much and good luck for those who still have to get it done!

The gas pain was the worst of the side effects! The doctors office said unfortunately the Gas X strips won't always work since the majority of the gas is not in your stomach, but outside, around your diaphragm. I found myself walking two and three times a day, which really helped. Sorry for the pun, but this, too will pass. Good luck to you!

What I would do for a turkey burger or turkey hot dog' date=' lol. Man, I want some beef or chicken, might have to have something to get rid of this "want"...Staying busy is the only way to get thru this and make it Tuesday already! lol I'm waiting on my Prescriptions as we speak for surgery and then hitting walmart for my list of needs, maybe splurg and buy some 45 calorie turkey dogs! I totally understand how nervous you are, it's nice to have people that really understand! Hope you have a good day! [/quote']

Yep it's nice to talk about it with people that understand !!! People and family tell me I can do it with out the surgery !!! "Look at me I did it all on my own " funny thing they lost 3 pounds and have been small all there life .... Lol but is ok help is on the way !!! 4 more days !!! Come on Tuesday !!! Lol have a great day !!!

My surgery date is 23 July been on Pre-Op diet for two weeks now.

Anyone on the 23 July? Best wishes to all the July Banders.

Magsgirl' date=' I am right with ya!! same surgery date . I did start my pre-op Monday just 2 days early. I do not have to do the liquids so I lucked out big time! I am still aiming to lose another 10-15 pounds 'more' before my day. I am nervous as all, more anxious every day. I am glad I have this site to keep my mind a little occupied in the meantime.

Keep in touch!

-Patty[/quote']

Let's keep in touch Patty! I'll will be good to have a buddy. I'm not really nervous, more excited and just want it done. You're lucky you don't have to do liquids~I so want to eat something!! Hang in there. We can do this!!!

Yep I'm on July 24. Have you started you protein drinks yet? Are you excited or scared? Good Luck & God Bless You.

I've got 6 more days of pre-op.....going to be banded on July 20th! Getting excited!

Yep it's nice to talk about it with people that understand !!! People and family tell me I can do it with out the surgery !!! "Look at me I did it all on my own " funny thing they lost 3 pounds and have been small all there life .... Lol but is ok help is on the way !!! 4 more days !!! Come on Tuesday !!! Lol have a great day !!!

OK I broke down & bought Jennie O Turkey hot dogs that are 45 calories, at least it's not another Lean Cuisine YAY!! Family, don't have to live with them, can't kill them! lol Yes, 4 more days, got my Ninja Blender at Target, they have the same one at Walmart, same price but for some reason the 1 at Target has 1 extra blender cup so I'm excited to use it!! Have a great weekend!!

Had mine done yesterday, had a bit of a panic attack but came round really well, The only thing is the trapped wind, hurts really bad, anyone who has had it got any tips to help release this bloody gas!

Thanks very much and good luck for those who still have to get it done!

I've bee walking and taking gas x but only a little comes out.

Good luck Momos. I was banded 7/10. I don't regret it yet! How are you doing with your pre-op diet?

Surgery date is July 19th. Lot's of different feelings. Fear and excitement. Not looking forward to the liquid diet although only 3 days for me. Definitely up and down with the emotions.

Im so excited about my surgery i have to be at the hospital monday morning at 6a.m so i have been trying to get everything done so i can relax after i get home i have my gas x strips that im taking to the hospital with me