I was wondering how many is getting banded in January? I am on January 8th.

I am getting banded january 28th and to I am excited, I can't wait to get this enemy away off of me...

Hey Istra, we are getting banded the same day and have about the same amount of weight to lose. I would like to keep in touch to see how different it is for us since we do have less to lose? Cara in KC:thumbup:

Hey Peanutband, I just read your response where you were thinking of backing out? Are you still worried? Hope not, of course you are scared before surgery, we all are alittle or we would be crazy right? I am sad about having to give up eating since that is what I love and that is what has gotten me in this mess of yoyo and weight issues. But look at it this way, we will now have focus on ourselves instead of what we are going to eat! We can now think about looking good in our clothes, going shopping in the regular department, looking good in photos, having the energy to run with our kids and finally being proud of ourselves not ashamed! Stay strong and all these wonderful opportunities will be there for you in 2009! Cara:thumbup:

soontobeme great advice, you helped me as well as others im sure. i love food to so it will be a new experience to focus on all the other stuff. normally after b-fast im thinking abt what i will eat for lunch but now all of that will have to change.

im ready to focus on clothes, looking better, feeling tons better. it will be great to sit in a chair and not wonder if it can support your weight or get on a ride and know the safety bar will close with ease.

thx

I'm getting banded 21st january, ive made a little start on my pre-op diet, i dont have to start it until the 7th of jan but i want to give it 100% to lose as much weight as i can before surgery

soontobeme, No I am still going on with it. I think I am back on track in my mind. I am still excited and can't wait for my band. I am hoping with the band like you said will make the big difference on my eating. Thank you so much for the support. I would be crazy if I don't through with it. My family is all for me to get this done as well. DH talked to me about my feelings lastnight and I am on track again.

Everyone as been as wonderful with the support. I am so glad we have this site.

I will be getting banded on the 19th:)

hi jdl12345 my band date is january 13th also.what a happy new year it will be can,t wait.

I am getting my banding done on January 9, 2009 in Hurst, Texas. I am very excited.

I am getting banded on January 12th and begin my pre-op diet tomorrow. Heading to bed now, and am excited to begin my new journey to a healthy and THIN me!

HI, I have my date set for Jan. 8th, Have been on the pre-op diet for three and a half days.

Hi All,

Just got my tentative date for surgery 1/28:tongue2: I still have my psych exam to finish. So everyone keep their fingers crossed that I am not crazy and that the insurance approval comes soon...:tongue2:

Hi all! I have been posting in the wrong section thinking there weren't any of us out there LOL:blushing:

I'm getting banded Jan. 20th, seems like a popular day!! Good luck to all of you whose journey begins the end of this week! Keep us posted on how it goes!

It looks like I'm a New Year Hottie!! :tongue2:

I hope you don't mind a Londoner joining the mix - I am having my op on 21st January - very excited, but I am quite scared! My pre-op diet starts on Thursday and I am not sure what to eat - any advice? Is it totally fat-free, or are we allowed a trace of fat? Not looking forward to the build-up, but I am looking forward to taking positive action against my weight. x :tongue2:

Hi,

I am due to be lap banded in Belgium on 23rd January by Dr De Bruyne in Vilvoorde, however they are now trying to charge me an extra £720.00. I originally paid for this in November (£3,250.00). They are now telling m ethat due to the exchange rate the surgery will cost more. I have sent them an email as I would have expected the exchange rate in November to be applied to my funds and not todays.

I know that there are a few people form the UK scheduled for surgery on the same date. Has anyone else been advised of this?

They did tell me if I don't agree to pay the extra they will refund me but I have already bought the flights etc so will loose out on this too.