DaniGirl

Hi Everyone! I am 4 weeks out. Today I've felt nauseous and kind of sick. I woke up like that. It's been going on all day. I've eaten normally but still feel sick. Has this happened to you? What have you done?

Dear Bandsters: I had surgery one week ago. I was in a lot of pain. It was no cakewalk. Today I am feeling a little better but I am very tired. I have had ups and downs. I’ve questioned myself about if this was a good decision. I have many questions that I tried to find answers in this lap band website but it’s been hard to find all the answers. They are spread out everywhere, and I feel so weak and tired. I would really appreciate if you could help me. Below I have some questions with numbers. I want to have the best nutrition possible. Can you please copy and paste it to your answer so you can answer them? You have no idea how much this will help (or probably you do since you have gone through this). In one week I have lost 10 lbs. Is that average? Which are the best vitamins to take and what dosage? What are the best supplements (calcium citrate or the other, etc) Best chocolate protein drinks or powder without chalky taste? Best tasting clear liquids protein drinks? Any lotions or tricks to prevent saggy skin? When will I feel normal again? Any good blogs or website that could be helpful now that I have the band? Any other good tip you think I should know? Thanks a lot for being so supportive J

Dear Bandsters: I had surgery one week ago. I was in a lot of pain. It was no cakewalk. Today I am feeling a little better but I am very tired. I have had ups and downs. I’ve questioned myself about if this was a good decision. I have many questions that I tried to find answers in this lap band website but it’s been hard to find all the answers. They are spread out everywhere, and I feel so weak and tired. I would really appreciate if you could help me. Below I have some questions. I want to have the best nutrition possible. Can you please copy and paste it to your answer so you can answer them? You have no idea how much this will help (or probably you do since you have gone through this). In one week I have lost 10 lbs. Is that average? Which are the best vitamins to take and what dosage? What are the best supplements (calcium citrate or the other, etc) Best chocolate protein drinks or powder without chalky taste? Best tasting clear liquids protein drinks? Any lotions or tricks to prevent saggy skin? When will I feel normal again? Any good blogs or website that could be helpful now that I have the band? Any other good tip you think I should know? Thanks a lot for being so supportive J

Dear Bandsters: I had surgery one week ago. I was in a lot of pain. It was no cakewalk. Today I am feeling a little better but I am very tired. I have had ups and downs. I’ve questioned myself about if this was a good decision. I have many questions that I tried to find answers in this lap band website but it’s been hard to find all the answers. They are spread out everywhere, and I feel so weak and tired. I would really appreciate if you could help me. Below I have some questions. I want to have the best nutrition possible. Can you please copy and paste it to your answer so you can answer them? You have no idea how much this will help (or probably you do since you have gone through this). In one week I have lost 10 lbs. Is that average? Which are the best vitamins to take and what dosage? What are the best supplements (calcium citrate or the other, etc) Best chocolate protein drinks or powder without chalky taste? Best tasting clear liquids protein drinks? Any lotions or tricks to prevent saggy skin? When will I feel normal again? Any good blogs or website that could be helpful now that I have the band? Any other good tip you think I should know? Thanks a lot for being so supportive J

Thanks for your support. Dear Bandsters: I had surgery one week ago. I was in a lot of pain. It was no cakewalk. Today I am feeling a little better but I am very tired. I have had ups and downs. I’ve questioned myself about if this was a good decision. I have many questions that I tried to find answers in this lap band website but it’s been hard to find all the answers. They are spread out everywhere, and I feel so weak and tired. I would really appreciate if you could help me. Below I have some questions with numbers. I want to have the best nutrition possible. Can you please copy and paste it to your answer so you can answer them? You have no idea how much this will help (or probably you do since you have gone through this). In one week I have lost 10 lbs. Is that average? Which are the best vitamins to take and what dosage? What are the best supplements (calcium citrate or the other, etc) Best chocolate protein drinks or powder without chalky taste? Best tasting clear liquids protein drinks? Any lotions or tricks to prevent saggy skin? When will I feel normal again? Any good blogs or website that could be helpful now that I have the band? Any other good tip you think I should know? Thanks a lot for being so supportive J

Hi everyone!!! I have been checking this website for a while and this is my first post. I am having lapband surgery on 1/5/09. I am very scared. My Dr. has done 13 LB surgeries. I will be #14. He is one of the best surgeons in Atlanta and is starting to do LB. What I am scared the most about is not the actual surgery, but I'm scared of my quality of life afterwards. Statistics show that 25% of the patients with a LB have to have it removed. I have watched several youtube LB diaries and the patients are not happy with them. Can you give me hope? Can you tell me it will be ok and that I'm making the best decision? I am having nightmares every night. I am scared but excited. What has gotten you through post op? Thanks for your help!!! :biggrin:

I will have surgery on Jan 5th. I am so scared! I would like to share and hear everyone's story after the surgery. Wish me good luck!