:help: Hi everybody im melanie and im having the lap band sugery on monday 11-27-06. I am so scared and happy. i know that this is a longjurney and im ready i think. i ve been on a liquid diet for 9 day already and its killing me. im lucky if im taking in 300 calories a day. im scared im gonna be to weak . ive lost 10lbs already which is a good thing ,i just hope im doing the right thing.I REALLY NEED SOME HELP GUYS:help: :girl_hug:

HI Melanie...I can't tell ya how to feel, but I, like you, was scared. Excited about the prospect of being healthy again, but fearful of the surgical process...and the length of the journey to recovery. I have to say being 14 days post-op I'm thrilled with my decision. I won't say it was painless for me it was not, but it was very very tolerable. I've had worse pain post a sinus surgery. You will be weak after the surgery I lost 27 lbs in those two weeks prior and one week after and it left me real weak, but now that I'm allowed real food "soft food" I'm feeling much better. It's the journey that gets us back to health...I feel it will make us stronger people and certainly healthier.

Take care on Monday, I'll add you to my prayers this weekend and I'll talk to you on the other side girl.

I am so happy with my band. I want to run up to every obese person I see and sing its praises. Best wishes for you.

edie

Hi Melanie,

I had my banding done only 4 days ago. Like you before hand I was was wondering if I REALLY wanted to get it done. Then I thought about how much success my father has had with his and how I have struggled with my weight my entire life.

Weigh up the pros and cons. Is a small amount of discomfort for a short while and a change in your routine/eating habits worth it for a longer healthier life? For me the answer was a resounding yes.

Once you have had your surgery just make sure you follow the advice of your surgeon and drink the recommended amounts of fluids which have Protein and fibre in them. You'll do fine :girl_hug:

Best of luck :gluck:

Meredith

Go for it! I've had mine for almost two years and I wish I it had been available for me years ago.

My name is Carol and I am being banded on Monday. Like the rest of you I have my doubts but am really looking forward to a new and healthier life. this week end is harder than I had planned on. My nerves are starting to get the best of me.

thanks everybody for the support. i cant wait untill monday so thati can start enjoying life on the other side.WELL SEE YOU ON THE OTHER SIDE IN TWO DAYS. THANKS TO ALL OF YOU AGAIN.

Welcome to the forum.

All of us have had our doubts. In time of weakness I have always gone to the before and after pages and looked at the results of others.

The best piece of advice I can give you is not to concentrate on your weight. I know that sounds weird, but I always counted success by what I can do. Make a list of things you want to do and mark them off one by one. It's a great goal setter and something to look back at when times get rough.

One thing I have pointed out many times is don't be surprised if you are going through a slight depression from the decrease in calories. Pre-op jitters are normal, I wanted to bail before my surgery, I'm actually surprised I went through with it.

Best of luck to ya!

I am sure we were all nervous as our surgery times grew nearer...however, once you have it done you'll wonder what you were afraid of. It was and is the best thing I've ever done for myself and I am thankful daily for this tool...you'll do great and we'll all be here for you. Keep us posted and good luck!

Melanie-The fact that you've managed an all liquid diet for that long is a great sign! You're ready, girl!

Hello,

I was banded on November 9th, 2006. I did alot of research and procrastinated for a long time before deciding to go thru with it. I was, like you, very nervous. I prayed and it really helped me get thru the night before and the surgery. You will be fine and I will keep you in my prayers. Good luck and remember to follow your doctors post op instructions.

Kim:clap2:

Melanie!

I look on the calendar and realise you would have had your surgery by now...drop by and let us know how it went and how you are feeling...Welcome to LBT...we are a very supportive community and are anxious to know your doing fine!

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helo everone how are youy giuys doing . well i had the sugery done on the 27th had lots and lots of pain , couldnt drick any thing but now the pain is starting to go away little bye little. able to drink more but still not the proper amount. i go the my dr this monday for my 2 week visit. well thanks again to all .