Is anyone getting banded in Jan?

Hey Lisa! I was feeling the same way a few weeks ago before I found this website. I was researching the procedure and complications and everything else online and it was giving me a lot of anxiety. Then I came across this site, where I have been able get answers to so many questions and questions I didn't even know I had! Most everything and everyone on here is positive and I think that has made the difference for me. Instead of filling my head with a bunch of what- ifs and negative thoughts and ideas about how things could go; I started reading and talking with others who have gone thru/are going thru this and it has actually lowered my anxiety and nervousness a great deal. Another thing that I find very positive is the way that everyone here is so supportive, encouraging and willing to provide whatever advice they can to help others out. I have not yet seen a post that was harsh or negative and that is why I keep coming back. The last thing I want to say to you that helped me with my nervousness, is just thinking about all of the health problems that I currently have and my overall unhappiness with my body and how these issues will just continue to get worse and stack up/ compared to what the risks or complications of the surgery are. To me, after I thought about this, it really helped me to realize I was completely sure that I am making the right choice for my future. Best of luck to you! Robi~

My lap=band date is January 27, 2014..can't wait. New Year, new life..the best is yet to come.. Would love to know the best Protein drinks that everyone likes.

Memebear, I love the Atkins shakes. They taste really good and have about 10 grams of protein. Sugars and calories are low.

My lap=band date is January 27, 2014..can't wait. New Year, new life..the best is yet to come.. Would love to know the best protein drinks that everyone likes.

I'm into About Time protein powder. It tastes good and is all natural ingredients. Congrats on the surgery. I'll be banded on Jan 7th.

**update....I start my 1 week liquid diet next Wednesday, the 8th. I also had my blood work done, EKG and chest xray. Everything came back ok except my WBC. A little high @11.3. I hope it doesn't delay my surgery that is scheduled for the 16th.

I am. Haven't gotten my scheduled date yet. The 2 week fast during Christmas and New Years will be hard.

Love the BMI counter!

Hi everyone! I'm new here! My surgery is on January 14, 2014! I'm on the pre-op diet now. My doc has me do protein shakes for breakfast and lunch, but I can have a lowfat dinner. Even with a small meal at dinner, I still feel like I'm starving! I didn't expect the pre-op diet to be this difficult. I drink the Premier Protein shakes. I bought them at Costco. The vanilla are my favorite.

Morning ladies, my op is also on Jan 16th!:

I'm on day 5 of my pre - op milk and yoghurt diet. It's really challenging, especially with my partner away. My 2 year old and 9 month old don't offer much support but they do keep me busy and remind me why i'm doing this. I'm having my op at Dolan Park by Mr. Surguddsson. (Sp)

Can't wait to change my life. I weighed in at 302 lbs before my pre op diet. Clothes size 26. If anyone has my fitness pal feel free to add me. Rosiesjourney. Xxx

Morning ladies, my op is also on Jan 16th!:

I'm on day 5 of my pre - op milk and yoghurt diet. It's really challenging, especially with my partner away. My 2 year old and 9 month old don't offer much support but they do keep me busy and remind me why i'm doing this. I'm having my op at Dolan Park by Mr. Surguddsson. (Sp)

Can't wait to change my life. I weighed in at 302 lbs before my pre op diet. Clothes size 26. If anyone has my fitness pal feel free to add me. Rosiesjourney. Xxx

Hi Rosie! Sounds like we are in the same boat. I weighed 300.5 last week, but I'm already down 6 1/2 pounds just from the preop diet. I get two protein shakes a day plus a light meal for dinner. What I did yesterday that seemed to work well was blend a protein shake with yogurt, fruit and ice. That makes so much that you can split one shake into two servings, so it's like you're getting 4 shakes a day instead of just two. I'm just trying to do whatever I can to feel satisfied. Surgery is one week from tomorrow!!

I am waiting for insurance approval but I was told that I have a two-week protein/liquid diet beforehand.

I am so excited!!!

Good luck to everyone!

Mine is the 29th!!!

Good luck. I had to cx mine and rescheduled for Jan 30th. start my liquid diet this Wednesday.

Today's the day..I'm ready to leave for the hospital..am I nervous? Hell yes. But, I can't wait to be on a new and healthier journey. Talk to you later.