I feel like I'm ready. I've been reading the forum and feel like I have a good idea of what to expect. I bought a heating pad and gas-x strips. I even have 2 quarts of won ton broth in the fridge. So why am I so nervous? This is the second surgery I've ever had. The first was a tubaligation (sp?), so not a big deal. I guess if the EKG or blood work came back saying I wouldn't survive the anesthesia, they would have let me know. I am just nervous. About both the surgery and the first week after. I just want to wake up and be feeling good and in the mushy stage.

Congratulations -- your big day is here at last! I was so excited and of course a bit nervous -- you will be great and this time tomorrow you'll be walking around. Best wishes and keep us posted on your progres!

Best wishes for a speedy recovery!

Best wishes! The lapband was my 3rd major surgery. I think it was probably the easiest, as I was most prepared. the other 2 surgeries were almost emergencies, so no preperation for either of them. With your mind and body ready, you will do great.

You will be starting the New Year with a new you coming on! Woohoo! Keep us informed of your progress. Karen..aka.kll724

I feel like I'm ready. I've been reading the forum and feel like I have a good idea of what to expect. I bought a heating pad and gas-x strips. I even have 2 quarts of won ton broth in the fridge. So why am I so nervous? This is the second surgery I've ever had. The first was a tubaligation (sp?), so not a big deal. I guess if the EKG or blood work came back saying I wouldn't survive the anesthesia, they would have let me know. I am just nervous. About both the surgery and the first week after. I just want to wake up and be feeling good and in the mushy stage.

Hoping for speedy recovery.

By now I hope you are feeling a little better and getting up out of bed. Check back in and let us know how you are doing!

Hope you are doing well. I had surgery yesterday and came home today. The best advice I have read here is walk, walk, walk and sip, sip, sip! Good luck!!!

Hey guys! Thank you so much for the words of encouragement. I made it to the other side! Whew, it is painful over here. LOL

Doing my walking and sipping and I do feel better this morning than I did yesterday when I got home. Yesterday pain was in my back and chest, air I assume. Today I still have that pain but it is lessened and I actually have pain in my stomach. Like when you are super hungry. I can hear my stomach gurgling and I have hiccupped twice. Ouch! I hope this stage goes away soon!

Oh, and I have no voice!

Hope you get some good rest over the weekend and that you're feeling better every day. Best wishes!

Hi Misty!

I just came across your post. I'm new to the site so I'm just looking around, trying to get into the forums. Your story seems a little bit like mine! I started my journey with a seminar in November and my insurance company had no waiting period either so I'm just trying to get my surgery date now. It's exciting to think that I could be where you are now in just a few short months!! Glad your surgery went well, best wishes for a speedy recovery

I hope you feel better soon! It will take a few days, but you will feel better every day. I'm happy that you've made a decision to help change your life;)

Hi Misty! I was banded on the 26th and today I woke up with minimal pain. It is amazing to me how much better I feel each day. All I have been doing is laying on the couch or in bed and sipping Water every 5 minutes. About every hour or two, I get up and walk around the house. I am trying to follow the doctor's orders to the letter for a quick and easy recovery. Good luck!!

Hi Misty, sounds like you are off to a great start! Happy New Year and new you!

healing everyday and feeling a tad better I hope. It takes time and a bit of getting used to. Soon the liquids will start tasting good to you. Add some spices to the clear broth for additional flavors.

Best wishes and Keep the Faith.

Congrats and a Happy New Year to you! Your welcoming in 2014 in a spectacular way!

Take one day at a time and always remember why you made this decision for yourself...it will help you stay on course when you think you arent feeling up to it or are struggling....

Remember its a journey....not a quick road trip.

I am 3 mos out and feeling AWESOME...it is a great feeling....

Keep us posted on how you are doing!

I am feeling better and better each day. Both my surgeons office and the hospital where I had my surgery done called me today to check on me and see how I was feeling. I thought that was so nice. I was feeling so good I thought I would get up and go to the store for some sugar free jello and a sports bra. I can't wear any of the bras I have, they all rub my very top incision and trust me, this is not something you want to see unrestrained. LOL We live out in the country so it is a 20 minute trip each way into town. I went straight there and straight back, and I was exhausted. I guess maybe I'm not quite as healed as I thought, but definitely better each day.