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@Freiabr. No not yet. I’ve been cleared to. My doc has asked for 1 hour 5 times a week. I haven’t taken action with my eating or exercising yet. My plan for today is to read and get some motivation. I’ve lost 14 pounds so far. I will update measurements on Tuesday at our 4 week mark. How are you doing with your protein and water intake? Any tips to your success?

@Freiabr. You are my surgery twin. Sounds like we are pretty much at the same point. Have you started exercising?

@notmyname. I feel your pain. Last night was of the devil. Pain everywhere. I’m wondering if it’s like the body detoxifying or what? The first few days i felt amazing for just having had surgery.

@amiekinsRN. You and i are surgery twins. I think the pain is pretty manageable as well. This experience was much better than i anticipated. I’m glad you’re feeling better. Fluids and proteins are going to be interesting for me as well. I feel full after water.

@yvonne47 @katterbees. I’ve been drinking today. Drinking water and soup broth. Not much protein yet. Im not hungry at all either but i have to feed the belly. She seems to get a little angry after a while. I’ll remember to be careful with dehydration.

@byefat. Thank you. This is my first day home. Surgery was yesterday afternoon. I’ll go find that pillow. I have one somewhere.

@Yvonne47. How far are you out?

@Yvonne47. I just experienced that. I tried to partially lay on my side and it felt like my insides were dropping. I guess i will attempt to sleep on my back.

@katterbees what did they give you for pain? You’re a rockstar. You’ve already walked the block!!!!! I thought i was a badass by going to the bathroom and walking the halls. Lol. Is this your first surgery? I’m a revision from lapband to sleeve

@katterbees. You’re my surgery twin. I just came home about an hour ago. How’d everything go for you?

@crankymagpie. Thanks for compiling the surgery list. I am also October 30

@crankymagpie thanks for compiling the list. I am also October 30

Hi. In October 30. I got moved from November 6.

Wow. I never thought about using the protein shakes as creamer. That is genius. I haven't started the pre-op diet yet. My whole mind was into starting today but then I had parent's lunch at school with the girls and I had not prepared. I will need to get myself ready because there will always be something that will get in my way. I am thankful you all are here and I have someone to bounce ideas and thoughts off of. What are you all taking to the hospital? Is anyone trying the vitamin patches?

Wow!!!! I am having surgery on November 6 as well. I guess we will all have turkey broth for Thanksgiving. I am excited even though I won't be eating my way through the holidays. I am excited about a new year and a new outlook. Hope we can all stay in touch along this journey. By the way, I am getting a revision from Lap Band to Gastric Sleeve.

1.37 2. yes, 3. april 6, 2010 4.198 5. 179 6. 44 lbs to go 7. no 8. 7 9. 8 10. its improved because i feel more confident in my clothes again. when i was constantly gaining it became an emotional blow to try on clothes and constantly have to change into something less flattering simply because it fit. as a result, i didnt feel as confident.

you are so right. i went to my first support group tuesday of both bandsters and bypass patients and this lady was like i only lost 77 pounds, i should have lost so much more. I was thinking, what the hell? 77 pounds lost is great no matter what. some people are just gonna be like that no matter what is going on. thank you for posting, those are my sentiments exactly. any weight loss is great after gaining for so long with no hope in sight.

why do you regret your announcement?

Hey i had my surgery on the 6th and I told a couple of people at work, my husband, my best friend and my dad..my boss was really hurt that i didnt tell her but my point of view was.... Once my mind was made up, I didnt need any negative points of view. I needed those around me who supported me, not questioned me. I really don't care who knows now that it is over. If your mother isnt excited for you, include someone else who you think might be. You will need the help and the support and the encouragement once its over, just something as simple as not eating real food in front of you. Its not that difficult but you will need your own little cheering squad to let you know it was worth the effort.

congratulation blue phi. i just got banded on the 6th and so far so good. never thought i'd have to go this route but at least its worth it in the end. keep in touch. let us know of your progress. your sister of the crimson and cream, ooooo-ooooooooop

Question: If your surgeon sets a goal for you does that mean you can't get fills anymore after you reach that goal even if its not your personal goal?

Congratulations. I am so glad you posted today. My surgery is Tuesday and I am finding myself getting extremely nervous. I make sure to read all the posts whether good or bad. Not so sure if that's a good idea or not at this point. Just want to be realistic and not go into this with rose-colored glasses. Thank you for the positivity you have expressed. Thanks.

whats the sorority

Hello to my april bandster bunnies. I am scheduled for april 6th. I can't hardly wait. My process had gone really quickly. I was extremely motivated and my dr's office really worked to make it quick. From beginning to end in a month. I look forward to spending time with you all. Congratulations to those already banded and good luck to those who are waiting for their date. Happy easter to all!

Congratulations, I can't wait to hear all the details.