IzzieBell

Hello Nikki, Just hang in there girl as each day goes on it gets better, the first couple of days I wasn't sure if I made the right choice. I was banded 2/19 I'm feeling great had a lot of problems with gas,gas,gas it was bad. How are you feeling now? Take a little pain medicine see if that helps. I'm 2 weeks out & went walking with my husband & dogs not to far. My stomach above my belly buttom is still a little sore I have a 2 inch cut there my port doesn't bother me at all. If you are not feeling better each day call the doctor & see what he has to say. No diarrhea I did at first & I would get it after my protein drinks, but now I'm fine go to the bathroom about every 3 days. We just have to remember that this is a life style change & I don't want to be fat anymore. Keep in touch if you want to e-mail me personal for support I will try & help you band sister. Be strong & it does get better IzzieBell13@woh.rr.com Izzie:smile2:

Hello there I'm having mine 2/19 I'm so ready. The one thing that I'm worried about is gas I have always had problems with it after surgerys I will take your advice walk,walk,walk. I have to be there at 6:00am I hope I don't have to wait that long. Glad your doing ok other than being sore, I will keep in touch in case I need some advice IzzieBell :thumbup:

Hello Lynn glad you are feeling better today, keep me posted on the updates it helps me a lot. Happy Valentines day IzzieBell

Lynn thank you so much for some great advice. My husband will be here to help me & my doggies will be here to comfort me also. I'm from Ohio 5'8 290lbs will be 50 in july YEA HA.....I would like to stay in touch with you for pointers & friends. What kind of chewable vitamins do you take.Yes I'm going to the store this week and getting s/f jello,broth,popsicles. Also what kind of protein drinks do you use?I'm glad your doing well & have the support, this is a life style change for all of us & a good one. I'm really excited about the surgery. I'm not doing so good on my per-opt right now but I'm trying , how do you do on your per-opt?The weather here in Ohio is so cold about 20 degrees & we have about 13/15 inches of snow on the ground & suppose to get more tonight or tomorrow, I'm so ready for Spring. We just bought a 25ft camper last Oct & only got to use it once & looking forward to this summer. Well you take care keep in touch & Happy Valentines Day... IzzieBell

Hello I'm having surgery 2/19 I'm ready. Could you give me some do's & don't? They say you can only drink small amounts does that mean 3 swallows, 1/4 cups before you feel full? IzzeiBell

Hello Friends, Surgery date: 2/19/2010 State I live in: Ohio Doctor: Dr. Bruce Insurance: United Health Care Age/Height: 49 (50 In July) 5'8 Current weight/Goal weight: 290/190 Why I'm I doing this: I want to be able to do things with my family/dogs & feel better about myself Support from family & freinds: Family yes, friends don't no will tell later Concers/Questions: NO I"M READY FOR THIS

Keep up the great work, I love talking to all of you wonderful people Izzie

How are you feeling? I have surgery 2/19 how did you do the 10 days before surgery mainly on broth,jello,soup? That will be hard but it is part of the process. What are some other things that you ate before the surgery. Izzie

Hello Michele, This is going to be a life style change for all of us. It will be hard giving up some of the foods that I love but if it means being able to tie my shoes, walking my dogs, buying fat cloths (size24) it will be worth it all. Just to feel good & to be happy with myself I can't wait. My husband & myself just bought a camper & I can't wait to go out & enjoy the great out doors....Thanks everyone for your great support & being there, keep in touch Izzie

Hello Michele, My surgery date is 2/19 & I can't wait. Have you joined Bandtalk.com it's a chat room. It has been a blessing for me, a lot go good info & information. It has really helped me a lot with some of my questions. Please join if you haven't. I'm 49 (50 in July)5'7 290lbs & have always had to watch my weight. I have always been very active but since I've gotten FATTER I have a hard time walking with my husband & dogs. My feet & legs kill me. PLus I stand a lot a work & do a lot of walking.At first my husband didn't want me to do this but we have talked about it & now he is very supportive. Let's keep in touch & we can support each other. The best thing that people have told me is listen to what the doctor tells you & don't drink fluid when eating. Keep in touch talk to you soon Izzie

That is great you won it how wonderful. Lets keep it touch I will no today or tomorrow my surgery date. My email is IzzieBell13@woh.rr.com e-mail me. I'm so ready for this also I'm so tired of the diet yo-yo. I'm 49 be 50 in July 5"8 290 pounds. Keep in touck can't talk long I'm at work

Hello there I will be having surgery probably the end of Feb. I have to train someone to do my job first. I'm excited about the journey but a little scared. Today is my first day joining lapband talk & love it great input & ideas. If anyone has any input,ideas,help about the surgery please pass it on to me. Thanks for the input IzzieBell