Yvonne72

What is a Swarma and why would you eat something called "Swarma"??? LOL:wink2:

You definitely need to see your doctor. I just had my pre-op appointment yesterday and they said reflux and burning sensations in the esophagus are a sign that there is a potential problem.:cry_smile: Best of Luck to you... go as soon as possible and let us know how you make out.

Congrats... My pre-op is this Wednesday- I'm extatic... I WANT TO SHOUT IT TO THE WORLD!!! How are you feeling? Can you give us details on your first few days home?

Can anyone recommend a good blender to purchase... Some say the Magic Bullet, some say the Wand, some say just buy premade food... What's a girl to do??? :huh2:

WOW- thanks for All the info! I'm still on the fence and I'm really interested now in recipes to put in my blender!!! I'm going to start a new post for that!!!

Congrats to you!!! I don't know of any support groups yet, but I am going to Pre-op on the 14th. I'm sure they will be helpful there with information. 6 days and counting for you! Only 11 for me! Keep me posted on your surgery... can't wait to hear back from you "Post-Op"!!!

I am- I am!!! Only 7.5 working days left! LOL How are you doing today???

Thank You Gayle! I think for the price, it's worth a shot! I didn't think the quality of the cups with MB were worth the $50. They are a flimsy plastic...

I was at Macy's yesterday and went to check out that Magic Bullet and another similar one... The cups seem so flimsy to me. And the funniest part was, the similar one they had on display had all broken cups!!! I thought to myself- "there's a marketing genius for ya"! LMAO I still cannot decide... and I guess if it breaks or if you need more cups, maybe you can just call the company! :wink2:

Mine is May 20th with Atkinson!!! Yipppeeeeeeeeeeeeee

Thank you all for the suggestions! I was worried about the Bullet- I've read bad reviews... I'll go shop around!

I'm just getting the Lap Band on the 20th... I found that for that animation for this thread... Best of Luck to you! You must be so excited!!!

How the Realize Band Works - REALIZEBand.com Watch the animation!!!

Hey there, I am scheduled for May 20th- I think I replied to this post already??? LOL...

Dbowers- just be careful and let your surgeon know what's going on. You don't want to wind up with a cough when you have a bunch of sutures on your body- That would just hurt way too much!!! Best of luck to you- keep us posted! And GrosseFemme- You have the Best Surgery Date EVER!

I woke up yesterday with little cough and today, I have a sore throat a cough and dry heaves :w00t:( YUK :huh2: My surgery is scheduled for Wednesday... I guess I will have to postpone my journey- but I believe Everything happens for a reason... Hopefully tomorrow I'll wake up good as new and we won't have to worry! Yes, I have HIGH HOPES!

I was supposed to be banded on 4/30- but my new date is 5/20... I got sicky poo and have to wait...

Don't worry- I'm not giving up... I just figure I'm not supposed to have the surgery this week... I guess I didn't realized I was getting sick and some higher power made it happen before the surgery to avoid additional pain... The cough is rough and deep. It will be very painful to have sutures and a cough! If I have to wait another couple of weeks, so be it. There are worse things in life than having to be patient! I'll call tomorrow to check in the surgeon and see what they have to say. No fever thank God! I took some tylenol earlier, but I can't get rid of this heaviness in my chess.

Thank you guys... I have a gift card to Macy's from Christmas that I was saving for clothes, but I'm going to check out the bullet tonight! LOL

I'm scheduled for April 30th, but not feeling well... Will probably have to wait a while now :huh2:

Oh SkiGirl... First, congrats on making the decision to have the surgery! I want you to remember that you are a wonderful and caring person. I don't have to "know" you to feel that way about you. I can tell you that I had a lot of lost loves because of my weight and I'm so glad they are out of my life now. This may seem drastic, but you really need to find a new friend. No matter how many times he says he's sorry- he is not your friend. He knows you like him and he thrives on that. Stop calling him, saying 'yes' if he calls you to go out- do not enable him in the least bit. Let him wonder what is going on with you... Basically play hard to get. You will find not only is it fun, but by the time he realizes that you may be the One- you will have already moved on and found happiness with someone who truly deserves you. No matter who you are with, they will know that you had the band- once you lose weight, you will be able to see it and feel it. If they cannot accept the fact that you were once overweight...they are not the one for you either. I'm sorry I'm rambling, but this just really hit home for me. Yes, I'm married now, but my weight is putting a strain on my relationship with my husband. Even though I was heavy when we met, I was 70lbs lighter- and when you're 5'2", that's a TON! I wish you luck and I wish you strength... You are better than some guy who can't be sensitive to your feelings.

Hope2BHealthy - You're absolutely right... great suggestions from you too! Thanks a Bunch!

Thank you soooo much... I'm getting banded on Wednesday and this is just what I needed for my shopping trip this weekend... I have a gift card for Macy's, so I'm going to buy the Magic Bullet Blender! I hear it's a life saver for this surgery!

My doctor told me I'd go home the same day and that I should start walking, slowly and a little at a time, but not to spend too much time "resting"... It prevents blood clots and helps you recover quicker. I hate the hospital and never get any rest while I'm there... I'm glad I get to be home with my family... But you have to do what makes you feel comfortable and happy... Best of Luck to you!

I had my appointment yesterday and the doc told me no need for a diet, just Do Not Gain anything prior to surgery! I have to fast starting at 10pm the night before surgery. (no problem- not a night eater) So today I had a light breakfast, soup for lunch, and will have more soup for dinner I think. Because I am a cash customer, my pre-op is this Tuesday and surgery is scheduled for Wednesday! My BMI is 51! OUCH!