I recently got approved and surgery is scheduled on November 4th in Chicago! I'd love to talk to and meet others who are getting or have been recently banded. I'm 23 and living in the Chicagoland area. I'd really love to talk to all of you and track our progress together!

I'm in KY. I think each doctor is different.

Yep they are I see the doctor for the first time next Tuesday the 29th said that appt. will be 1-1 1/2 hours long then surgery on the 8th!

I recently got approved and surgery is scheduled on November 4th in Chicago! I'd love to talk to and meet others who are getting or have been recently banded. I'm 23 and living in the Chicagoland area. I'd really love to talk to all of you and track our progress together!

Hi Swankybangels ! Nice to meet you . I've been banded for 3 years. Had my surgery at Day zone Health in Chicago. My name is Adriana. Currently I have no saline in my band because I stretched my band a little. Are you on a liquid diet now ?

Hi Swankybangels ! Nice to meet you . I've been banded for 3 years. Had my surgery at Day zone Health in Chicago. My name is Adriana. Currently I have no saline in my band because I stretched my band a little. Are you on a liquid diet now ?

I am also going through day one! Pleasure tower you too Adriana, I just started my liquid diet yesterday. How was your experience through day one?

Hi Swankybangels ! Nice to meet you . I've been banded for 3 years. Had my surgery at Day zone Health in Chicago. My name is Adriana. Currently I have no saline in my band because I stretched my band a little. Are you on a liquid diet now ?

I am also going through day one! Pleasure tower you too Adriana, I just started my liquid diet yesterday. How was your experience through day one?

I have my surgery Nov 22nd, but I have to start my 4 week pre op diet tomorrow and I'm so very nervous, 4 weeks with no food will be very tough. Especially when you are the cook of the house.

Congrats to all soon to be Nov band esters I had my surgery Nov of 2012 I just want to say it was the best thing I ever did just about at my one year and I'm lost total of 98lbs thus far just to think I was just in your shoes just a short time ago I can't believe how my life has changed and you will soon see the over whelming changes as well so welcome to the journey and best of luck

Congrats to all soon to be Nov band esters I had my surgery Nov of 2012 I just want to say it was the best thing I ever did just about at my one year and I'm lost total of 98lbs thus far just to think I was just in your shoes just a short time ago I can't believe how my life has changed and you will soon see the over whelming changes as well so welcome to the journey and best of luck

Thank you, Tony! You know that's just what we all need to hear -- so inspiring. Best wishes.......

I like the premier/premium protein and the ultimate muscle protein by Beverly it tastes like cake batter! Win win?!

I could only get the UMP off amazon and its about $30 for about 29 scoops and has 21g of protein- I bought the cookies and cream (tastes like the jack in the box Oreo shake without all the guilt!) and have tried both choc and vanilla both yummy also!

The premium/premier protein is good tried both choc and vanilla 25g of protein for about $20 at Walmart or winco(cheapest)

I think I was told to do between 70-80g of protein and I have gone up to 100g on those nothing's getting in my way days lol

I am allowed 2 shakes and one meal a day of 3-4oz of protein and a cup of fruits/veg.

Thanks for the reccomendations. I go to pre-testing (what ever that is) this Monday the 28th - and surgery is the 11th - I plan to ask them questions as well in regards to my protein intake. Good luck with your band!

Congrats to all soon to be Nov band esters I had my surgery Nov of 2012 I just want to say it was the best thing I ever did just about at my one year and I'm lost total of 98lbs thus far just to think I was just in your shoes just a short time ago I can't believe how my life has changed and you will soon see the over whelming changes as well so welcome to the journey and best of luck

Thank you!! I know I can't wait to be in your shoes - almost a 100 pounds in year is awesome and I am sure you earned it!

Also, if you guys have a vitamin shoppe in your area I highly recommend checking it out! Super helpful and knowledgeable employees! Totally set me up with my shake mix and vitamins! Even found a 10,000 mcg chewable biotin tab!

That's great. I do have one and am definitely going to go there. I have beautiful hair down to my butt =) and don't want it to fall out either =( so before I even discuss protein I want that Biotin!! I have already been taking it in capsule form.

I have my surgery Nov 22nd, but I have to start my 4 week pre op diet tomorrow and I'm so very nervous, 4 weeks with no food will be very tough. Especially when you are the cook of the house.

That is my surgery date too!!! I am glad I am not the only one who is doing this so close to Thanksgiving!! I will be praying for you!!! I go next Tuesday for my info with my nuritionist. I only have to be on a 2 week 'diet'. I am also the cook of the house--- but we are 'modifing' (my favorite word) that---

I have my last apt with my dietician (She's been such a doll) on the 1st. I'm hoping to be on the table by the end of November!! (Fingers, toes and everything else crossed) I'm in Chicago as well! Anyone else from here care to share where they're having their procedure done? I'll be at Day One in Downtown Chicago. Anyone else?? Mega congrats to all you definite November bandsters!!! It's been a long journey and we made it (well sort of for me) I'm soo excited for you all!! Living vicariously through you until it's my turn!! Yaaaaaaayyyyy!!! :0) :0D

Nov 7th for me.... cant wait!!!

Nov 7th for me.... cant wait!!!

Yay day before me! We can share war stories on the other side

I'm in KY. I think each doctor is different.

Where at in ky?