Missy East

Hey there! I'm new to the forums and very new to this process. I've definitely decided to get the Lap Band surgery and have had a meeting with my surgeon; also have had 3 consultations with my nutritionist - I've lost almost 15 pounds so far, still over 100 to go!! The doctors and nurses are great and I love the meetings but I'm unfortunately doing this alone and thought it would be great to take this journey with someone local - maybe look into some support groups in the area. My sister is having the procedure done but she lives in PA, so it's not quite the same as having someone local. Are there any pre-surgery or even post-surgery members in the Waldorf, MD area?

2 weeks post-op and I thought it was only ME!! Ahhhh, at least others share in my new On Command talent!

I was banded on July 22nd and am down 12 pounds since then, WooHoo! My surgeon and nutritionist recommended that I weight myself only once a week except when I get my first fill and start solid foods. My surgeon informed me that getting back to solid foods makes some gain weight and to avoid a huge shock, he recommended I weight myself every other day for a couple of weeks just to keep a good mind set and to be aware of what and how much I'm eating and possibly gaining. After the initial (possible) weight gain then he said to go back to once a week.

Wow! I feel like I'm the only one who shared it with the world! lol I told everyone -- even people I don't know personally because I posted it on my Facebook page. I've had nothing but positive responses to it and a lot of support!! I'm only 2 weeks post-op so I can't say much as far as success but please tell people. You shouldn't feel ashamed that you're taking steps to take your life back and get healthier. SHOUT IT FROM THE ROOFTOPS -- And if they don't like it, they can kiss your soon to be shrinking ass! Hugs.

I'll be there with you in spirit, Razz, I'm going in at 7:30am too! Talk to you soon. Hugs!

So, tomorrow is it for me!! I don't know if I'm crazy or what but there isn't one ounce of scared or nervous for me, it's all excitement!! I've had one bout of anxiety and that was Sunday morning, but I'm pretty sure it was because I was at my sisters house (Who had Gastric Bypass last Wednesday) and seeing how much pain she was in. Obviously GB is more invasive but I'm thinking I can do this! I GOT THIS!! I have many tattoos and I had a Cesarian when my daughter was born ... how much worse could it be?! I don't think it'll be worse -- or so that's what I"ll keep telling myself. I still have the fear of my doctor looking inside of me and seeing something wrong that he can't perform the procedure but I guess that's normal? I don't know. But one thing I do know is that I could REALLY go for a nice, juicy hamburger right about now! lol BTW -- If anyone has Facebook, I don't mind adding Banded friends. www.facebook.com/kimberly.pacino. Hugs and Happy Thursday!!

Congratulations, Karma!! It will definitely feel better in a few days, keep your chin up and stay positive!! Hugs.

I thought I'd add my name to the list of those getting banded on July 22nd No date yet: nickieredd79 June 27:pkjjm31049 June 30: Nechama L July 1: jenjaw, nancy2011, amjcal, Tracy N, xlstan, Wendy Muehleisen, ahassan, KevinM, Banded Karebear, lifeisjustbeginning2011 (Amy) July 5: AlyGurl (Aly), MassMom01527 (Steph), Allison0927, Harvest Farmer, wannabe21bmi (Kate), Kim from CT, blackmajyk, Xtinabrown13, Ecinaj, Wanttobeskinny22 July 6: lizzy21050, crash878905, Lorelei, Kimiky, Diana1980 July 7: nesportsfan, hokdo, songbird5769, Short and Chunky, LisaB68, pinktink, dare2bthin July 11: dixiechick, honeybunny, Jessica43082, hlong1985, Breezybbyy, BANDme_LUV, jengy, leemuise July 12: BandedApril (April), merlina, mfrancis, Kay Adams July 13: CurlyDiva, Tammy A, Lisa_MC, Ginasjmm4, JulieB0802 July 14: crystalddm, BandItOrLoseIt, MassMommyRebecca, schmidty42, NewCruiseGirl2011, Denise'sjourney, Meerkat135, dmhanaphy (Dawn Marie) July 15: Shauna Deanne, Corize, JohnnyBoy, Labella624, Moe-Moe July 17: Nouzi July 18: Colee85, Bandmebaby!, ANewMe63 July 19: Mrs. Schultz, karmaandkismet, Anjiie, teacherz July 20: Carmen16 July 21: NomersCat, Coco's mum, Rock4Light401, TWILLED July 22: razzcat, Kgirl1960 (Kristy), BamaBrandy, Kimberly (Kimmietoes) July 25: cat lady, dropsizes (Mary), spicensour, Scott 72511 July 26: Serifa, MustangMama July 27: Healthy4Ever, 30Something (JeVona), lburn July 28: Erica Pizzi, whitetiger011680, sherylb July 29: ButterflyM, PungosMama, kychick1294

I WANT food, TOO! All I see on TV at night are restaurant commercials, it's torture for a food addict! :/ I'll definitely keep you updated, I'm too excited for words!!

Congratulations! I wish you much luck and a speedy recovery, I'm having my surgery at Southern Maryland!

Getting banded on FRIDAY! So excited -- more excited than scared, actually! I'm on my liquid diet, and though I've cheated a few times :X, I'm pretty positive everything will go smoothly. I quit smoking in December 2010 because my surgeon asked me too but I'd suuuuuuure love a few right now! Good Luck to everyone and I hope to see some progress pictures, I'm sure I will post some too. Hugs.

Hey there! I haven't had my surgery yet so I can't give any ideas as to the after diet but everything I've read suggests that banders are able to return to work after a week -- or at least that's what I'm hoping for! lol Here is a link that was posted in another thread for July banders: http://www.longviewregional.com/weightloss/Documents/LapBandPostOpDietMealPlan.pdf Hope it helps! Hugs and Congratulations!!

My doctor told me to use Benefiber but I've been taking the Fiber Choice sugar free assorted fruit tablets. They're actually not bad!! Good Luck!!

I'm at the tail end of my 2 week diet, my surgery is on Friday. I'm not going to lie, it was hard and I did cheat a few times. Now I'm hoping it didn't mess anything up and my surgeon continues with surgery! Good Luck, it's so worth it in the end. And with being able to have unlimited broth, Jello and crystal light and such -- you really never do go hungry!

I'm so glad I found this because I've been worried about the pain as well. My sister just had Gastric Bypass and I helped her out the first few days and she was in a lot of pain ... I know it's a more invasive surgery, so I knew it would be less painful. I have my surgery on Friday and feel SOOOOOOOOOOOOO much better that I won't be in too bad of shape. I'm hoping to return to work before the first week is up, though they're very flexible and I can take all the time I need. Cheers to a new lease on life!

CONGRATULATIONS and Thank you, I'm so excited! I keep thinking in my head that something will go wrong and my doctor won't perform the surgery! lol How are you feeling? Have you gone back to work yet? What can I expect the first week, if you don't mind sharing your experience. Hugs.

Hello, my name is Kim and I'm also addicted to food. I started my journey in October of 2010 and am finally having surgery on Friday. You have plenty of time to surround yourself with a positive support system and once you have the surgery you'll have access to local support groups -- which is what I'm looking forward to because I don't know anyone near me who is going through the same thing and it would be nice to meet other Banders. GOOD LUCK!

Congratulations on taking the steps to a healthier you! I was in your position 8 months ago and now my surgery is Friday! Good Luck!! Hugs.

Congratulations and Good Luck! I get banded on Friday and all of the emotions and anxiety are running through me as well. It's a new lease on life, everything will be fantastic! You'll be in our thoughts! Hugs.