marieze

My surgery is Feb. 13th. I know there are lists somewhere of what people recommed, I just couldn't find them. What do you recommend I buy to keep myself comfortable and satisfied? So far I've bought: 3 extra pillows A new digital scale A new shower massager with a long hose thing A heat pack that goes around the shoulder that you microwave (shoulder pain) Campbells chunky Soups to be pureed Plan on buying: Gas X liquid Tylenol (having trouble finding this) So what else? Thanks! Marieze

I'm sure you'll be fine. Does sound a little infected though....let us know.....I'll be looking for your reply! Marieze

Either I'm getting older by the minute or your font is VERY small....I couldn't even read your post with my glasses :cursing: Marieze

I go in on Feb. 13th. Don't apologize for a long post; for those of us with surgery just around the corner, it's great to read the post surgery posts. How long do you expect the bloating to last...that's just one thing I'm going to hate! Keep us posted! Marieze

Get up off the couch without feeling I have to "hoist" myself up Be able to stand for longer than a few minutes (knees and back problems) Stairs without needing cpr Taking walks with my son Camping with my son Basketball with my son Climbing into the bleachers to watch my son play basketball Having the seat belt in my car fit appropriately instead across my neck Sitting comfortably in a booth at a restaurant instead of a table w/chairs Being in the picture WITH my son instead of taking the pix Having more energy to do my job Wearing clothes that I actually want to wear vs. what will fit and hide my body Not having to depend on my son to do things around the house for me Eating normal portion sizes and feeling normal about it Re-joining curves Being able to fly and fit in a seat comfortably Going to any event and being able to sit in the seat comfortably Being able to sit in the bathtub for a nice long, hot relaxing bath and being able to get up and out I could go on and on and on! Being banded on Feb. 13th....I sure hope these dreams come true! Marieze

Just curious, why did they have you stay in the hospital for 3 days for the lapand? That's the longest I have ever heard of. Marieze

Yes, please tell us what hospital/city your son is in? Who was the surgeon? Marieze

When I did lose weight in the past, the diet I preferred the most was an Atkins type of diet. Protein, veggies but I did eat the fat. If I eat salad, I prefer full fat dressings and I do like mayo on my protein such as coldcuts. Does anyone eat this way and still lose? Marieze

I would love to see if there is a cookbook that has the different stages with some "no-brainer" recipes to prepare....any suggestions? Marieze

Talking about getting prepared:biggrin: I have been looking at Target online to possibly buy a food processer. But there are choppers, food processers and blenders and not sure what I should get. I'm thinking primarily of the mushy, blended, pureed stuff that I will need to rely on for awhile. What's your favorite and what do you make with it? BTW, I once had a magic bullet and I thought it was junk. It broke after a few uses...so that's out! Marieze

And don't forget to tell me what you make with it!!!! Marieze

Godspeed! I can relate (being banded Feb. 13th, single mom of 11 yr. old boy). You are going to do fantastic! Stay positive and remember that you are doing this for your little one! It takes courage and I know you have it! Best of luck! Marieze

I will be banded on Feb. 13th and am worried about needing to take too much time off. How long until you went back to work? If possible, what kind of job, i.e. desk job, etc. I'm in sales and need to run around and carry my briefcase which can be kinda heavy. Marieze

So for those of you that responded and are doing Atkins or other lc, can I assume then that you are eating fats like olive oil, mayo, salad dressing? Also, are your portions still very small and being controlled by the band? I'm asking because like I said, I believe above, I did Atkins and lost but then hit a plateau because I think my portions were huge. I could see myself sticking to something like that and eating small portions which are limited by the band. Do you think that would be reasonable? Also, so many people say that things like steak (meat in general) and chicken are hard to get down. Doesn't that limit your lc choices? Marieze

Thanks for the replies....I've never done a poll so I didn't do a very good job! But any information anyone else would like to post about going back to work is appreciated. Again, thanks for the post's....it gives me some real perspective. Marieze

so when you cut a piece of food to each, it's really about the size of the word......it's? Marieze

I would appreciate any help! Marieze

Looks like I've got the sisters mixed up!!!!

I just received it today from Amazon. I can't wait to start. Have any of you read it and what did you think? For those of you that don't know this, Khaliah Ali is the daughter of Mohammed Ali and was recently a competitor on Dancing with the Stars. She was banded at her highest weight of 325. Anyway, I'm sure it will be a good read! Marieze

I just wanted to say Hi! I can't be of much help as I am being banded on Feb. 13th by Emma Patterson and have insurance, but I spend a lot of time in Newberg because I am the "Welcome Wagon" lady!!!! I have a few clients there like Steve Drew who own's Steve's Auto, and Sally Dallas who own's The Newberg Gallery and a few others. I love Newberg!! Marieze

Jessie, help me out.....I see a bunch of boxes with different people....is that what we're supposed to be looking at? Marieze

I appreciate all the posts.....thand GOD for this board. Whenever I start freaking out I just come here, post, read the posts, feel better!!!! Works for me!!!! :rofl: Marieze

So I am now scheduled for Bandland on Feb. 13th. I am starting to freak out. My doc wants me to lose weight (the liver thing) before surgery and I just made a pot of swedish meatballs and mashed potatoes. I'm doing the last supper thing. Not good. I enjoy food so damn much I'm scared that I am going to totally freak out after the surgery when I can't eat my favorites. Yes, of course I know the upsides of longer life, health etc. and i'm not downplaying, I'm just being honest about potentially freaking out. So, my question is this. What do you eat when it's time for normal eating again. Did any of you switch to any of the above mentioned programs thinking that they would now work because you wouldn't be starving? Just curious. Marieze

I want all the details...I will be banded on Feb. 13th. I want to hear; what time did you go in? how was the anesthesia sp.? what time were you discharged? how were you when you woke up? are you in pain? can you walk? are you loopy from the drugs? details please!!!! oh, and CONGRATULATIONS!!! Marieze

Wow, I feel a lot better after reading your posts! Thanks guys! I'm glad to know I'm not the only one. I'm sure everyone can relate; food it such a HUGE part of our lives or we wouldn't even be in this situation. Then, to think that I could never have something makes me want to eat it for 10 days straight! I guess where I get confused is that some people talk about post banding and say they never eat fat anymore or never touch this anymore; while I thought, of course I want better habits, but really was hoping to include my favorite menu items but get full on very little. But some posts i've read led me to believe that other than Protein and veges is a no no. Marieze