Calling all October bandsters...

I just wanted to start a thread where everyone can post their surgery dates and we can compare notes.

I am scheduled for 10/18. I have ALL my pre-op stuff done as of last week. I start Protein shake diet on 10/4.

How is everyone else doing getting their pre-op stuff scheduled?

All is well, i am now part of bandland....lol. just got home, going to take drugs and sleep. talk to you guys soon. everything went well.

No complications, came home 2 hours after surgery! Also, I found out that I lost 17 pounds on pre op clear diet(7 days)!! I don't know how to do the ticker thing so here are my stats>

253 10/3/2006 before pre op diet(also highest)

236 10/13/2006 surgery date

150ish goal

Hi, I just started e-mail everyone last eveing so just trying to get in touch with the in and out. I was band on 10/4/06 and I feel real good now, staples are gone so now my stomach is a itching, Hope this surgery works as I need to lose 100#. We October bands should try sticking together!!!!

Glad to hear everything went well during your surgery KStar and willow5880.

Could I get included in your October banding?

First I want to say congrats to all the new bandsters this week, and good luck to all of you preparing for next week! Day 2 of pre-op diet was ALOT better. But im not sure if its because my sinus/allergies are the cause but I have no appetite! Just thirsty because of the tylenol sinus meds. Just wanted to say thanks again for all of the support. October bandsters are AWESOME!

Hi, I just started e-mail everyone last eveing so just trying to get in touch with the in and out. I was band on 10/4/06 and I feel real good now, staples are gone so now my stomach is a itching, Hope this surgery works as I need to lose 100#. We October bands should try sticking together!!!!

Welcome to our family!!! Good to hear that you are doing well. I was banded on 5th Oct, can't wait to get my staples out on the 14th - they itch like crazy. Apart from that, and a little tenderness around the port site, I am doing great with my new band. Today was the first day that it didn't feel uncomfortable at any stage when I could feel it.

I'll add your name to our roll-call (on the first page of this thread!

Thanks, Chrispygal!

I have been keeping mine pretty private, too, but I think I'll lean toward safety on this one. I have been looking online and there are lots of bracelets and watches that don't look like the clunky old ugly medic alert bracelets that spring to mind when someone mentions the subject.

There are actually a number of somewhat discreet and stylish options available.

Check out the following:

www.laurenshope.com

www.aboutmejewelry.com

http://www.rosemarybeads.com/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=9&zenid=556a7995a474075c856bfb5392415558

http://www.hahoriginals.com/catalog/default.php/cPath/64

http://www.milnejewelry.com/Doc_Tock/watch07.html

http://www.petitebaublesboutique.com/store/WsDefault.asp?Cat=MedicalIdAlertWatches

Right now I think I am leaning toward a watch. All of the private medical info will be on the inside and the medic alert symbol is on the clasp or on the face.

My family knows, but they are sworn to secrecy, so they will never tell. Most of my friends are polite enough not to ask. They didn't pry when I was having surgery -- they are just all there for me and being very supportive. I work with some really bold and nosy folks and if one of them asks me what that is for, I will just politely say, "It's kinda personal..." and leave it at that. It is none of their business, anyway. I love keeping them guessing...it drives them nuts! :confused:

There are a number of LBT threads on the subject - try a search for "medic alert"

Here's just a few thread links:

http://www.lapbandtalk.com/showthread.php?t=22502&highlight=medic+bracelet

http://www.lapbandtalk.com/showthread.php?t=21625&highlight=medic+bracelet

http://www.lapbandtalk.com/showthread.php?t=19900&highlight=medic+bracelet

http://www.lapbandtalk.com/showthread.php?t=6942&highlight=medic+bracelet

I read on one LBT thread some advice from a paramedic that unless it is obviously a medic alert bracelet / pendant, it probably won't get noticed in an emergency - let alone the wallet cards. If you want to be as safe as possible, choose one that is obviously a medic alert item. Just something to keep in mind while you are deciding what design to go for.

Here's a copy of our latest roll-call (from Page 1 of our thread)

Hi everyone!

Here's our list so far of who is being banded when.

I'll update it as we go. I hope I've got it right, if not, just let me know any changes or additions.

Good luck to all.

OCTOBER

1. .
   
2. Shellybeans, chrispygal
   
3. Pistol and her FIL, Slocumna, GEORGINAVINCENT, KarenS, Lin
   
4. bigmons23, kayleesmom, Bigboy, dancing
   
5. Goannabanda, Bandacat, Slim190, kimmiechelle
   
6. JWH, lainer, Becka, houstongirl1
   
7. .
   
8. .
   
9. Kilcollins, Ladyred, MarySue33, Lots2Love
   
10. Kellieatkins30, roxy123
    
11. Cowgirl74, bandedmommy, mykidsrock
    
12. Jodi-T and her DH (James), nicknac33, LA chula27, Irish Dancers, Big girl banded, bandedmommy
    
13. KStar, PugMaster
    
14. .
    
15. .
    
16. LIHIVE, tiredepot, MsKhris, cootie
    
17. purtynailz, s1m1, justpaul1966
    
18. mzsmartypantz, traceylb36, JulieSlu, oldspark, TXSunflower
    
19. macdeb59, moon goddess, three beauties, Denise2, kennedy
    
20. mdk63, Ward1990, Momotrips
    
21. .
    
22. .
    
23. Dani-X, Laurenm13, Auntie Aud, Sharlee
    
24. NINNYED, libertysuzanne
    
25. Joy Joy
    
26. soniacan, raynie, JDru, juliestwu
    
27. renata
    
28. .
    
29. .
    
30. fullon1au
    
31. .

NOVEMBER

1. AZA

NO DATE YET:

JILLMC

pumpkin5

helensmith

okay sleeping was not so great, i couldn't get comfortable. my left side upper incision hurt worst of all. i think this is where the port is, so i couldn't lay on my left side. what are you guys using the heating pad for? should i put it across my tummy?

Kstar, are your pain killers not helping? I still cant lay on my left,(4 days banded) I probably could but it feels like I would disturb something. Im sure your going to start feeling less pain soon. Your only1 day out. I brought the heating pad to the hosp. but never used it. Ive read posts that the heating pad is for your shoulder pain and at the same time apply an ice pack to your stomache. That info came from a nurse on here. I found if I laid down in just theright position I felt less pain. For now just take it easy and dont do any jumping jacks:) However getting up for a little stroll in your room about once every hour will help with the gas and just to get things going. That helped. But more than anything just listen to your body, if your uncomfortable change position until you find a good one. You will have a much better night tonight!

Morning!

I've been noticing that a lot of people have been sleeping in their recliners. I don't have a recliner in my apartment so I was thinking about getting one of those husband pillows that I had back in college. For those of you who are banded, do you think it would help any or would it be just as good to prop up my regular bed pillows?

Thanks!

I have a body pillow and for myself it hasnt helped. I have been proping my pillow so Im up on a slant.

I just use regular pillows. If I position them right it feels great. You just need something for support if you are going to lay on your side. One word of advice, get some gas-x or Malox, you will need it.

Good Luck

Congrats dancing! Welcome to the family!!

It's still a little uncomfortable for me to lie on my left side and I'm almost two weeks out. I can do it, but it doesn't feel all that hot. The right side is fine. My port is on my left side, so I'm assuming that has something to do with it.

Hope all the other October bandsters are doing great!