AllieKat

The answer is, You are not crazy, actually I have never found anyone that feels EXACTLY like I do! I realize that for some reason I am TERRIFIED to lose weight, and I always sabatoge myself, that is why I HAVE to be banded, otherwise I may kill myself with fat. I have always been obese, I have no idea who I will be without all this weight to hide behind. Lean on your support system, know that you will be loved no matter what size you are, but you have to do this to stay healthy and live a better life. We will always be here for you. If you ever want to email me directly, my email is babykat_allie@yahoo.com!!! Keep going forward!

Ruthie, be gentle with yourself, and drink, you will be fine! Keep up the good work!

Hey there, I haven't even been banded yet, but have been on "food plans" most of my adult life. Listen to what Brockbabe has to say. Don't let numbers get to you. You have to look at only today, because that is really all we have. We never know what tomorrow holds, let it take care of itself. What have you accomplished so far? 1. You have taken probably one of the biggest steps in your life by getting banded! 2. You have gotten rid of 45+ pounds of weight 3. You have goals, and you are learning a new way of life, something that takes time. 4. You are able to analyze your behavior and habits, and see possible "pitfalls". Holy crap! What an amazing journey you have walked already! Relax, take one day at a time, and enjoy each one! Good for you, and I hope I can do as good as you!

Yikes! I am suprised the dr. would schedule prior to approval. I am crossing my fingers for you!

Wow, it is really weird how each dr. is soooo different on what they want for Pre-op diet. Here is mine: All the "clear" broth I want 1c. canned fruit or 2 small pieces of fresh fruit per day 3 servings per day of: 8oz light yogurt, 1/2 c. cottage cheese, sugar free pudding 2 cups per day of raw veggies 1c. per day of no sugar added juice 2 c. per day of skim milk 2 low-carb shakes per day All the water, sugar-free beverages, and sugar free popsicles that I want. multivitamin and tums each day. I consider myself lucky after reading some of the diets out there.

Hi there! March 31st is my day, so we can learn together! Your doc should give you a step plan for food. If he/she doesn't, let me know and I will send you mine, it's really detailed. Good luck on your banding, and let us know how you are doing!:Banane20:

That explains exactly how I am feeling too, Overwhelmed. I have spent 3 months reading every bad thing out there, I don't want to be blind going in. I know we are all taking a big chance with this surgery, but we are also taking a big chance by staying Obese. Realize that being Obese (my medical chart says MORBIDLY OBESE), we have a disease that is slowly killing us. I don't know about you, but I want to LIVE! I am 38 years old, and not ready to give up yet. My sx date is 3/31/10. Keep in contact with me, and I will tell you everything you want to know, so there are no suprises (as much as possible). Keep your chin up, and look forward to your new birthday!:Banane20:

We are all here for ya Maggie! Next week is my turn, so we can learn together.... You will do great! Just envision how you want life to be, and it will be. That is why we are all doing this!:Banane20:

Ruthie, thanks so much for that info! I can't imagine eating that little amount and being full. Wow. My RN suggested bringin GAS-X "strips" with me on day of surgery and taking one right when I get into recovery to help with the gas thing, so I have already purchased them.:Banane20: Hope we get to talk more as this goes on. Good luck to you!:Banane20: