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I have been eating 3/4-1 cup of food at meals and about .5 cup for sncks. I am having a hard time getting down 64 ounces of fluid! I miss not using a straw and Coca-Cola. continued...

I have been loosing about .75-1 pound per day. Its amazing. My husband said that he can tell a lot in my face, chin, and stomach. My pants are getting baggy and my sweaters and blouses are fitting loosely. Also, I don't feel like I am retaining fluids like I was before. Before I could just feel my body puff up and my blood pressure go up and down. Now losing the weight I feel much better and sleeping better. continued...

Hi,

Only 4 more days! Just think of the liquid diet as a temporary thing for now. After surgery I was able to have broth, juices, sugar free pudding and jello and of course protein shakes. When I went to doctor on Thursday he told me to start on regular foods as tolerated. I was surprised. I have been eating a lot of mashed potatoes and cottage cheese. Just started very moist and tender chicken cut up on tiny, tiny pieces. Also, just tried applesauce tonight too. To be continued...

Great job! It is noticeably paying off for you! Keep up the good work!

I have apptmt w/surgeon tomorrow @ 1 pm & looking forward to it greatly! I have lost 9 pounds since weighing in at surgery. It seems like I am losing 1 pound a day. I have noticed that my stomach is not as bloated & my rings are falling off fingers. Also, my husband said I am breathing much better at night while sleeping. I haven't used my cpap machine since coming home from hospital. I can't tell if I am hungry or gassy yet. Maybe after tomorrow I'll better know after talking to surgeon. Good Luck and I am keeping you in my thoughts and prayers! Laura

Hi-How did your pre-op go? Yes, liquid diet does take a few days to get used to. I woke up this morning not feeling so sore (especially at the port site) & just knew I was going to have a great day, but...decided to go out for lunch to get fresh air, etc. We ate at a local restaurant & I ordered my usual fav - tomatoe bisque soup. I drank ice tea before eating soup & also took my daily meds (4 pills) w/tea. I only ate half of my cup of soup & all was well, until I got in the car. Well...I had the worst burping/gas attack ever in my life. I was nauseated & burping like crazy. I had to come home & lay down to rest abdomen. I guess the soup was too rich for me & a combination of car sickness (I usually get car sick anyway). So, I am awake right now & unable to go to sleep. I drank some apple juice & all seems well for now. I had been doing so good this week w/post-op diet. The only problem I am having is w/drinking 64 oz of liquids in addition to post-op diet. Laura

Hi Shelley,

I am at home now recovering from surgery. My surgery was 2/13/09 @10 am. I am doing fine today. I had to spend the night due to my sleep apnea. I didn't sleep very well at hospital last night. I hope to sleep better tonight in my own bed.

So far I am not having any problems with my new lap band. I have been drinking chicken broth, unsw ice tea & apple juice. I had SF jello too. I am going to have protein shake for a snack later then broth & jello for dinner w/another shake for snack later in the evening. I don't think I've been drinking/eating more than 1/2 cup. You just feel full & I'm sure the anesthesia hasn't helped either. But not to bad so far. I'm sure in the next couple of days things will change. If you have any questions you want to ask me about the surgery just let me know. This is my first visit to the forum. I have had time to journal my pre-op and recovery yet, but i will.

Got t go now...talk with you later, Laura

Hi Shelley,

I know you are so excited about your surgery date! Mine is finally scheduled for Friday, 2/13/09. My cardiologist cleared me with an excellent pass of stress test and ecko. I am getting nervous tonight. I started my protein shake diet this past Sunday. I did have a salad and piece of roasted chicken for dinner last night and tonight. Probably have the same tomorrow night too.

I am hoping that I will be up and around when I come home from hospital. Everyone says that they slept for the first 24 hours after surgery. We'll see how that goes for me. Anyway, I'll keep you posted and you do the same with your pre-op stuff. Take care, Laura

Hi, your success is wonderful! Great pics! You should be so proud of yourself and accomplishment. Good job1

I will be banded on friday, 2/13/09. Can't wait!

Good luck and keep up the good work! Laura

Julie,

Just a quick note....I've only been a member of this form since December, so I have not learned how to use it to its best potential. Bear with me! Thanks, L

Julie,

So glad to hear you are getting better! I am going to re-ask my surgeon tomorrow about being able to call him on the weekends! That is one thing I forgot to ask about. My surgeon is Dr. Chappano at NF Surgeons, St. Vincent's. He is so nice and his staff is wonderful. This will be my first time at St. Vincent's. It seems to be very nice and the staff have been excellent! I am so glad to hear that Memorial was good to you. My husband has had a couple of procedures there in the past 5 years and they were good to him too! So, you were in good hands!

We'll have to keep each other posted about our lap-band surgery and journey in general! I am excited about my surgery! I'll update you on my surgery date, etc., after my appointment tomorrow. Take care and get some rest! Laura

Hi Julie,

Have you had your surgery yet?

How are you feeling? Hope all is well for you!

I am a Jax bander to be.

I have an appointment tomorrow to schedule my surgery date. I was originally scheduled for 1/26, but my EKG at pre-op was abnormal, so I had to go to the cardiologist to get clearance...

Who is your surgeon?

Take care and hope to hear from you soon!

Laura

Denise,

Its me again...I forgot to tell you that I am from the Orange Park/Middleburg area.

Laura

Hi Denise,

I am in the process of rescheduling my lap band surgery.

I was originally scheduled for 1/26, but had an abnormal EKG. Yesterday, 2/3/09, did ecko and stress test and waiting for results. I think they're okay!

Who is your surgeon? Keep me posted with your surgery date! This is a great website. I have learned a lot from everyone here.

Hae a great evening! Laura

Shelley,

Its nice to hear from you.

I am so happy for you and your 2/25/09 surgery date! Congratulations! I know that you are very excited!

I had my appointment with cardiologist for stress test and eckcardiogram (Spelling?) today. I have never had anything like that before. Anyway, the nurses at the office said that things looks okay and that the doctor would get in touch with me Wednesday, so...I will wait. Once he calls the surgeon to release me then I should have a new appointment/surgery date. Please keep me in your thoughts and prayers and I will do the same for you too!

When do you start your liquid pre-op diet?

Keep in touch! Who knows maybe we'll have the same surgery date...

laura

Tiffany,

I live in Middleburg, which is right outside Orange Park. My surgeon is going to be Dr. Chappano at North Florida Surgeons that is when I actually get the release from cardiologist. I was so looking forward to being banded and ready to get on with my life change. I am much older than you and have a few things going on to complicate my being overweight.

When were you banded and how are you doing with your new lap band?

Laura

Hi, mizzv84,

I am a to be banded in Florida person. When were you banded and who was your surgeon if you were banded in Jacksonville? I was originally scheduled for 1/26, but EKG at pre-op was abnormal, so now I'm going through the cardiologist appointments. I hope he releases me soon! I have my first appointment with cardiologist tomorrow, 1/30. Excited but scared at the same time.

So if you have been banded, how are things going and if not, when do you plan to be banded.

lbergin

Hi Tiffany,

You are doing a great job and your photos show it!

When were you banded and if in Florida, who was your surgeon?

I am a to be banded in Florida person. Originally scheduled for 1/26/09, but EKG at pre-op was abnormal. Now going thru cardiologist, etc...hopefully he will clear me soon for surgery. I was very disappointed when I found out that my surgery was post-poned. Oh well...

You are doing great! LB

Julie-Ann,

I was reading your last blog about the comments from your co-workers and how it is bothering you.

I think I read earlier that you have only told your husband and children about your surgery. Is that correct?

Have you told your friends or co-workers? I was just wondering because I haven't told anyone but my husband, mother and sister-in-law. I am sort of afraid to tell my co-workers and just let them think that I am doing Weight-Watchers or just being healthy in general.

If you haven't told your co-workers, what is your reasoning?

Thanks, Laura

P.S. Haven't been banded yet. Waiting for cardiologist release for surgery! Originally scheduled for 1/26...

How do I request to be a member of the Florida Banded Group?