Mandymoo13

Go for it! Screw what other people think! If anyone gives you a look of disgust, stick your tongue out at them. That usually shuts them up!

Best wishes heading your way!! Fingers crossed!

Do you not have a pre-op diet? I had one and lost 16lbs. 3 protein shakes (must have at least 25grams of protein) and 225 calories of low gycemic veggies (ie, greens, no potatoes, corn, carrots) per day. Good luck!

I am sorry to hear that your husband is not supportive but thankful you have such a close friend! You are making a wonderful decision that will guide you to being healthier and happier! i am worried about your cough though. I am 6 days post op and could not imagine coughing right now. Please make sure you tell them you are coughing so an informed decision can be made. Chin up! You have come this far already!! All the best and keep us posted! Will be thinking of you! Mandy

Ya hoo! Down 25lbs total. 7lbs before pre-op, 16lbs during pre-op and 2lbs since surgery on Friday. I feel great! People are already noticing my face slimming down. This really drives me to keep going! In other news...have a business trip coming up this Sunday. I will be in the puree stage of eating so I stocked up on organic pureed baby food for the trip. This will make it interesting!! Happy Wednesday Everyone!!

Wow, that is awesome weight loss! And I agree with you........I miss chicken!! I did have some roasted butternut squash soup last night. So tasty...but still not chicken! Keep up the good work!

Woot! Woot! Yay for tomorrow!! All the best!!

Congrats! Walking was the best thing I did after surgery..... Take care of yourself!

oh, Thansk Jean!! I did not know that. That could make the trip much more enjoyable!!

Best wishes on your consult and surgery tomorrow! Glad to hear you are not worried, you are making an awesome choice. If I can say that only 5 days post op Let us know how you make out? Cheers!!

It went really well! Have been sleeping on and off. I lost over 16 lbs on the pre-op diet. Yay! Pain is tolerable. Just an ache between my shoulder blades and it feels like I have done a million sit ups when I try to get up or down. My husband, Mom and kids have been so helpful and supportive! Looking forward to getting on with my life, being smaller and healthier! Cheers to all of you for the inspiration you have provided.

Yep, GWL denied the claim. I will put an appeal for good measure and then consider the matter closed. Thanks everyone for your responses!

With an attitude like this, how can you go wrong! Way to be positive! I wish you nothing but the best. :D

No worries, I was the same as you!! Decided I was going to have a food funeral.....say goodbye to all the wonderful foods (that made me FAT) that I would never eat again. I may have even shed a few tears! It turned out I was too nervous to have the funeral. Now...I have no interest in any of it and I only had surgery on Friday. You CAN do this. You are already on the right path. It won't be easy, the first few days of the pre-op diet your tummy will growl like a bear waking up from hibernation. Stay strong and remember why you are on this journey. When you feel you are having a weak moment, turn to the lovely folks on this forum. They are wonderful, supportive, informative, and will help you stay on task. How exciting this all is!!

You got this! You are doing so well already. Good for you for taking these steps. Feeling what you are is sooo normal and natural. Focus on what is the best for you! Keep us posted on your journey.

Aw thanks everyone! I actually ended up going to a rock concert with my Husband on Sunday night about an hour away from where we live. I had no issues standing for 4 hours in a crowd! My husband was very protective and we were smart about it (stayed away from the rowdies). I was a cheap date, one bottle of water lasted me the entire night. I was not any more sore afterwards nor the next day. I was off yesterday so we did some running around and I had a nap after such a late night. I am up and in at work today...still feeling awesome and following all instructions!! I do notice I feel tighter in the mornings (chest area) so I only sip water for a few hours before I have a protein shake or a fat free yogurt drink. I really appreciate everyone's kind words and being able to ask anything on this forum. I do not take my quick recovery for granted and feel for those that are healing a little slower. My advise is following direction. If you are unsure, be conservative! Happy Tuesday!!

All is going really well! Better than I could have hoped for! I had a hair appt yesterday that took hours and I had no issues. I am following my instructions and the gas dissipated yesterday. I am taking it easy but off of the painkillers, driving, and feelng good! Out grocery shopping today (of course no lifting!) So excited for the future!! Thanks everyone for your well wishes!

Ha Ha, I used the Hernia excuse as well! In my case, I don't want a lot of people to know. If I decide to later, I will say I got a lap band and a hernia repair. I worry, like in your case, of gossip. Decide what sits best with you. I have a desk job so I am only off yesterday for the Surgery and Monday for 1 extra day to re-coup. Good luck!

and all through the house, everyone was very nervous, including the mouse!! Can't believe it is almost here! I am completely useless at work today. And I am having a hard time caring about that. lol. Looking forward to having the band!!! It is definitely for me!! Wish me luck!!

That is a huge milestone. You should be very pleased with all your hard work and dedication. I am sure to be there physically and mentally for your hubby is great source of comfort to him. I hope things work out. All the best.

Good luck! Will keep my fingers crossed for insurance approval!!

4 more protein shakes, less than 48 hours to go..........

I know every surgeon has different instructions. Mine is no tanning for 3 months after being banded.

All the best for tomorrow!!

I am not going to eat any. I know that. It is still hard, I am still hungry, tired and grumpy. We have had a guest all weekend and I have not fallen off the cart. I had a big plate of broccoli at the restaurant last night. It was kind of funny to see the look on the waitress's face when I asked for broccoli for my dinner. I hope the next 5 days go quick. C'mon April 5th, I am ready for the next step!