melli

I'm in too! This is a great idea - hopefully it keeps me motivated having to check in semi-publicly.

I was really worried about this too - I got a last minute surgery date and could only get 3 days off - I went back on the forth and thankfully was ok - just uncomfortable as I got up and sat down. I was mostly worried about the gas I've been reading about but that didn't happen for me either. All in all i think it helped - I walked the most on the day I went back to work - I'm 6 days out now and feeling great - can't wait for full liquids tomorrow :cursing: Good Luck!

Hi Everyone, I was banded on Monday and am doing well, no real gas pains or headaches, just a little sore. I'm grateful since I have to go back to work tomorrow. I'm not really hungry but I am worried I'm not getting enought Protein in this stage (clear liquids), I can't wait to add soups to the menu juice and ice pops. Glad to have you all to share this with!

Thanks for the help! Tomorrow's the big day and I feel 80% ready

Hi Everyone, I've been reading this site for about 3 months and haven't posted because I didn't want to jinx getting approved, sounds dumb I know. Anyway my surgeon called yesterday and I got approved! Yay! Then tells me if i don't have surgery on monday or I'd have to wait until Sept. So I decided to go for it with only 5 days notice. I don't even have time to be happy, I'm really nervous and sneaking out of work to do all my pre-op appts. So with on 3 non-banded days left, I have some questions I hope you guys can help me with: Getting off of work on such short notice has been my biggest issue, I know how much time off is recommended but how much is necessary? How do you deal with all the post op issues, I've been reading about on this site (gasiness, soreness, pain etc.) when your back at work and how bad is it? What did you stock up on before surgery? Protein powder, popsicles, and crystal light? What should I wear on surgery day? I'm sure there is more, but this is what I'm stressing about at the moment. Really happy for all the help this site has provided so far and looking forward on continuing to build relationships here! Thanks!