Hi eveyone! Im getting my band (hopefully) in February and I need all the advice I can get.

My biggest fear is that I wont be able to give up Coca Cola. It has been a life long struggle.

Also, when did everyone go back to work?

Hi eveyone! Im getting my band (hopefully) in February and I need all the advice I can get.

My biggest fear is that I wont be able to give up Coca Cola. It has been a life long struggle.

Also, when did everyone go back to work?

I was a diet pepsi drinker and an avid coffee drinker. Both of which I gave up 2 weeks before my surgery. I just kept telling myself that if I wanted this to work, I would have to give it up. I just found something else that replaced it. I went to Decaf. Iced tea. Now I drink Crystal Light which is awesome. I did go through the detox from the soda and coffee because of the caffeine but it wasn't that bad. I have read that some doctors allow the soda. Mine said no carbonation whatsoever because it will cause problems down the road. You have to find another crutch to take the place of your soda. And if you are serious about the Lap Band journey then you have to make a small sacrifice for a bigger reward. :biggrin:

I had my surgery on a Friday and went back to work the following Tuesday. I was very tired but I made it through the day. I have a desk job though. It all depends on what type of job you have.

Good luck to you and CONTRATULATIONS on starting your journey soon.

Welcome shoppinkitty, I too was an avid diet pepsi drinker, and I quit cold turkey as soon as I found out I was getting banded. I had a couple of days of migranes, but it was 2-3 days, where as the band is for life. I miss it a little, but I started drinking water and adding crystal light packs and it's ok. I find myself craving it when I dont have any ( water).

I plan on going back after 6 days off, I'm having my band on the 25th, that way I have a 4 day weekend and I took a vacation day as well. Good luck, let us know how you're doing.