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I'll take all the advice I can get
jclogger replied to Heather0831's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Don't give up with the process. It can be very frustrating with the waiting process. Make sure you get copies of all your weign in's. Thank goodness for me I did. The dr. office lost my file (record) and I would have had to start all over again with out those copies. I had to do a 6 month weight loss porgram for my insurance and then had to wait for their aprroval.But if you are determined and motivated to have this surgery and make it work the waiting is just part of it. I have been approved for surgery and my surgery date is Nov. 22 (although i will say hurry but Nov. you are not getting here fast enough.) Good luck with your process and keep us informed. -
hi! I have not had surgery yet but I have heard that the shoulder pain is from the gas that is used to plow up in surgery. Hope you feel better soon. Good luck with your journey.
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November Bandsters!!!
jclogger replied to skintyprincess's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I am being banded on Nov. 22. I am so excited. I can not wait. Have been researching Lapband for 3 years and my insurance has approved me. Nov. cnanot get here fast enough. I start my Pre op diet on Oct. 24 and Pre op at the Hospital is Nov. 2. I wish all Nov. bandsters good luck on our journeys. -
You can get the cool weight rulers or weight loss ticker at tickerfactory .com just follow the directions. Paste it in your Lapband talk signature area on your profile. As for protein - My dr. want you to have a protein shake for breakfast and lunch and as simple dinner with meat (chicken, beef or fish) which is where you get your protein and 2 vegs. Just make sure you do all your homework before going to Mexico. Call local Dr.'s about aftercare and I would already have one set up before I have my surgery. That way you can follow what that Dr. expects from you and to know how much protein intake they want you to have and answer your question. I made copies of alot of post op menus for lapband from just going to different lapband sights. Every Dr. is alittle different. The more research you do the better prepared you are. Good luck with your journey!
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Lap Band Friendly Restaurants/Meals
jclogger replied to megananne7's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
As long as you have grilled chicken or fish and maybe a vegetable you should be fine. Just order something that you know you can have on your diet. Check your portions and don't over eat. You know what your body will allow and your band. Good luck! And Happy Birthday! -
I have been reading and studying up on Lap band surgery and Pre- op diet / Post -op for 3 years now. And am scheduled for surgery on November 22, 2011. So I have put together my list of things that you should possible have on hand. Please share an other items that I should add to my list for I am always up for more suggestions. Protein shakes - Slim fast (low carb) Carnation Instant Breakfast (No sugar added) Crystal light Fruit h2o skim milk unsweetened fruit juice (grape, apple, etc..) applesauce (no sugar added) canned fruit - pears broth Tuna (chuck light in water) chicken light/low fat yogurt (no fruit pieces) sugar free jello sugar free pudding low fat cottage cheese 100 cal. fudgesicles sugar free popsicles banana's baby foods (if your into that) Gas - X thin strips Liquid Tylenol Water When it comes to cheese I hear you can have some but not sure which ones. I have seen on other post that they have tried The Mini Babybel (light) and Laughing Cow (light) Any other suggestions!! Remember I need ya'll input. I 've got to start my grocery shopping soon.
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October is finally hear. Pre op diet for me starts on Oct. 24. Got to start preparing for grocery list. Can't wait til November.
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OK! Thank you all for your comments. I have looked up the Eas and Premier protein shakes, they have them at our Sams club. Im really picky about those drinks cause some of them just taste so YUCKY!!! The Slim fast and Carnation Instant was on my Dr. list. So I think I am going to try either the Eas or Premier. I have tried the atkins shakes (can we say YUCK!) Please keep the list a comin. I like ready made stuff if possible. I'm a busy bee!!
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Thanks for your suggestions. I'm really trying to get my grocery list together for pre-op and post-op. On my pre-op I can have 2 protein shakes (breakfast and Lunch) and a simple dinner meat , two vegs. or meat one veg. and fruit. So any suggestions on things let me know. I ve found some individual wrapped vegs. made by green giant in the freezer section that is really taste really good for my pre-op and they are on the point system for weight watchers. I'm not the best cook in the world. So I'm always on the look out.
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Thanks for your suggestions. I'm really trying to get my grocery list together for pre-op and post-op. On my pre-op I can have 2 protein shakes (breakfast and Lunch) and a simple dinner meat , two vegs. or meat one veg. and fruit. So any suggestions on things let me know. I ve found some individual wrapped vegs. made by green giant in the freezer section that is really taste really good for my pre-op and they are on the point system for weight watchers. I'm not the best cook in the world. So I'm always on the look out.
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Do you like Campbell's chicken noodle soup! Some one told me to drain the chicken and noodles and just eat the broth from that. Cause I do like that soup>
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diet restrictions before surgery
jclogger replied to sweetjane's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My surgery is scheduled for Nov. 22, 2011. And my Dr. has me starting a pre-op diet on Oct. 24. It consist of protein shake for breakfast and lunch. And a sensible dinner of meat (Chicken or fish) and 2 vegs. or 1 veg. and 1 fruit. And water only to drink. (No breads, sodas, pasta, potatoes) This is to shrink the liver before surgery. However I think every surgeon has differencies. -
Nothing new with me just trying to wait patiently! But not that successful. Starting to get impatient, November hurry up!!!
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Dr. Parham Mora - Dr. Mora's Office
jclogger replied to sassy k's mommy's topic in Weight Loss Surgeons & Hospitals
I'm a patient of Dr. Mora in Prattville. I love that fact that him and his staff are there to answer questions. Tara has been very patient with me and has worked with me to get my insurance approved. I am currently scheduled for surgery on November 22, 2011. I am soooooo excited, I can not wait. -
Why did you stay in the hospital 2 days. Did you have compications? I know form the meets Dr. Mora usually does lapband as outpatient. (Just Wondering) with my surgery scheduled over the holidays!
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Well I have scheduled my surgery date! (YEA!!!) It is Tuesday, Nov. 22 . Now You may ask why 3 months away. Well we are out of school during that time and I will not miss work! Of course the draw back to that is it is over Thanksgiving Holidays. But I have a supporting family that is excited for me, so I can work with it. I'm just so ready to start my journey. Im looking at it like this. It took me forever to get Insurance to approve so to wait a few more months is'nt that bad. .
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No date yet for surgery! But just so excited my insurance approved it. I'll keep ya'll informed!!!
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hey whitetiger! Just wanted to let you know . I just got approved from insurance. so Excited!!! How are you doing?