Hi - I am having my surgery at 7:30 am - sitting at my desk at work hungry - drinking my clear liquids.... I am nervous and excited and optimistic and afraid and happy all at the same time! Ironically this past week I thought I would lose my mind eating all the forbidden foods, but the desire just wasn't there - ate lasagna at Olive Garden and felt horrible (do you know that has 850 calories per serving? YIKES!!!) - My family is very supportive - work is driving me nuts - I put my foot down and I am taking the time I need. I think they can sense my agitation...I have not taken vacation in over a year anticpating my surgery. It's time I take care of me!

Any advice or suggestions these first two weeks? I am open!:crying::wub::crying:

Hi ,

I'm having my surgery in the morning as well. I'm a little nervous but ready. Good Luck band buddy!

Hi. I just wanted to wish you both the best in your lapband journey. I had the surgery in April. Had my 2nd fill today. Things go slowly at first. I had my appetite back within 2 weeks after surgery and had my first fill 2 months after. After the first fill my appetite came back 3 days after. I could still eat a full plate of food without any problem. Don't be discouraged. With this 2nd fill, I really fill the difference. Just remember, it's a tool to weight loss. You still have to watch what you eat and how much you eat. Exercise is also important. Just be patient and follow the guidelines. You'll do just fine. :wub:

I'm having surgery in the morning too!! Good luck to all!!:wub:

Looks like we'll all celebrate our anniversary together!

I band on Friday morning. Lost 25 pounds on the pre-surgery diet. Just got insurance approval TODAY. Lotsa drama, but everything got done in the TAH DAH nick of time. Good luck to all... Good luck to all of you!!!

Good Luck everyone tomorrow morning. I was banded on 7/6/09. Surgery weight was 216 and my current weight is 204. I was so nervous and now I say what a waste of time that was. I took no pain meds and I'm hearing that a lot. It's not a painful surgery. I don't know why I was so worried. I am happy for my decision and can't wait for my first fill. I can't wait to start learning how to eat food again even if its just an ounce.

For the first 3 days I wasn't hungry at all and on day 4 felt really hungry then I discovered that when all you can have is liquids make sure they taste good. Go to a restaurant that makes great chicken Soup and just order the broth, lots of it. The store bought ones just don't do it when you are hungry and can only drink. And see about the creamy Soups they make for when you can have those. My husband is a chef and I thank him everday for his soups. I bought those box containers of organic chicken broth the week before surgery and I want to return them all to the store. They were good for the first few days and now they make be sick to think of drinking them. My dr recommends carnation instant Breakfast but there is not enough Protein so I add Protein powder and it helps me to feel fuller longer. And I drink slim fast when I'm on the go which also doesnt have enough protein. I need to research a better Protein Drink that helps to keep me fuller longer.

Good luck, everyone, with your surgeries and the start to your new, healthy life!

Good luck to everyone tomorrow morning!!! Things will work out...just keep thinking positive. It will all be worth it in the end!!! I am waiting on my surgery date and the anticipation is killing me!!! :)

I am praying for all of you having surgery today. Praying for a speedy recovery and wonderful outcome!! God Bless

Just got home rom the hospital -so pleasantly surprised albeit sore,recovery went really well. I am so happy excited!:cursing: