Looking for September 2010 Bandsters

[kydman 0]

I will have my surgery this Thursday September 2, Dr James McDowell, Baptist Hospital, Nashville, TN Excited and anxious at the same time. on day 10 of 14 of the pre-diet and down 15# I sure hope this is enough to shrink the liver. Dietitian said if liver not shrunk he wouldn't proceed after starting the surgery!:thumbup:

[playermimi 0]

Hi Kydman we are all in the same boat, trying to shrink our livers. I think if we follow our M.D.s orders we will be ok. I'm curious does anyone know a case where the doctor started the procedure and had to stop? Hang in there you are almost there. Remember, we are here together.

[Esin 0]

hey everyone, i'm so excited to announce that my surgery is booked for the 3rd September. I am travelling from London to Belgium as a self pay.

[Esin 0]

Hi Kydman we are all in the same boat, trying to shrink our livers. I think if we follow our M.D.s orders we will be ok. I'm curious does anyone know a case where the doctor started the procedure and had to stop? Hang in there you are almost there. Remember, we are here together.

Hi, I'm no expert but i thought you might like to know that I spoke to someone who said they didn't do the pre op diet very well (if at all). It was probably NOT the best attitude towards WLS, but her arguement was the surgeon didn't know how big her liver was in the first place, and how will he know how much it has or hasn't shrunk!! I'm NOT suggesting anyone do this, but just wanted to let you know that her surgery still went ahead. Needless to say her weight loss has been slow. I guess that's why they say you have to "follow the rules"!!.

[CSinTX 0]

Oh Cathy.. u scared me there for a second then I LOL... if you go to realize.com or realizemysuccess.com (real neat website) you sign up and and you have access to tracking, nutrition and all other sorts of great things. You have limited access until you are give the serial number ( I guess they want to make sure you do have a realize band). I only have limited access right now since I still don't have a serial number. But check it out, another good resource... oh and you also get a nice mouse pad...

That's cool. I'll go do that today. I like freebies.

Edited August 30, 2010 by CSinTX

[CSinTX 0]

Cathy:That extended warranty had me going also. LOL :thumbup::scared2::frown:

How are you filling, it's good to see you back with us so soon.

I am actually feeling great today. Still a little sore and slow to get out of bed but other than that its all good. I did not really have much gas pains that everyone talks about. I did feel them the worst when on Friday when I would sit up, so basically I was flat on my back most of the day. Saturday the pains were very minimal and really only felt pressure when I went to cough, hiccup, etc. I took my pain medication all day Friday and Saturday and Saturday night. It's been 24 hours now without pain medication and it's going well. I still don't want to get into the car and go anywhere nor do I want to go back to bed. So I guess this phase this the couch potato phase.

Still not thinking much about food but my husband thinks I must still drink my Protein Shakes to keep my blood sugars normal. So when ever I am awake my husband is asking me to drink, tea, Water and Protein shakes. I like the Popsicle and it was suggested to try Greek Yogurt, which is actually pretty good. Does not taste like our plain slippery yogurt, more like sour cream.

BRINA913 -- I have Cigna and was approved within 3 days. If you have all the paperwork and met the requirements you should hear something quickly. Good luck and let us know when you hear.

bayareanan -- Good luck and keep up informed on your progress. I am west of San Antonio, just south of you.

kydman -- How exciting to have your surgery this week. Congratulations. I'm sure you have nothing to worry about if you followed your doctors pre-op diet.

Esin -- Hi Esin - Congratulations on your surgery date. My sister lives in Marlow and they are leaving the states today to fly home. Will you be traveling back to London shortly after your surgery or staying in Belgium for a few days?

[LisaA 1]

So good to hear what's going on Cathy, it's encouraging.

so I started the live shrinking plan today- gee, and I had my monthly visitor, what bad luck. so far so good but it's only 10 am. My shakes haven't come in the mail that I ordered so this morning I stopped at the store and they only had slim fast, not so yummy but whatever.

I got some sugar freee pudding to try RKs recipes.

Esin, I don't know about that, the point is that statistics show there are less complications with the procedure if weight is taken off before, plus it preps you for this new life you are choosing.

I can't do the realize web site since I"m going to Mexico, they use a sweedish band.

So last week I walked 5 miles, my goal before the surgery on the 27 is 7 miles and by christmas 10 miles per week, I guess it's not too bad.

Well thanks everyone for all the stories etc.

Lisa

[BRINA913 0]

Hi Kydman we are all in the same boat, trying to shrink our livers. I think if we follow our M.D.s orders we will be ok. I'm curious does anyone know a case where the doctor started the procedure and had to stop? Hang in there you are almost there. Remember, we are here together.

What does that mean to shrink your liver & why do you have to do that. I don't remember my doctor telling me anything about that. My BMI is 39.9. Can someone explain? Sorry if I posted in the wrong reply just in case I am new to all this.

[jshort 0]

I don't have a date yet but paperwork was submitted this week for approval. I am hoping things go well and I'll be banded in September.

Looking for others who will be banded in September 2010.

Please chime in.

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I am having my surgery tomorrow, August 31st. I thought that was close enough! Good luck! Jennifer

[CSinTX 0]

I am having my surgery tomorrow, August 31st. I thought that was close enough! Good luck! Jennifer

Hi Jennifer,

Welcome and good luck tomorrow. I was suppose to be Sept 10 but has the option to get banded early which was this past Friday, so I too had an August surgery. Glad to have you. Let us know how you are doing when you get a chance.

Cathy

[jshort 0]

Hi Jennifer,

Welcome and good luck tomorrow. I was suppose to be Sept 10 but has the option to get banded early which was this past Friday, so I too had an August surgery. Glad to have you. Let us know how you are doing when you get a chance.

Cathy

Thank you! How are you feeling? Jennifer

[CSinTX 0]

Day 7 of pre-op underway...Its hard to believe that in less than 4 days, I'll already be banded! The diet was hard the first couple days, but has gotten MUCH easier these past few days. It's all worth it in the long run. Hope everyone is having a great day!

Hi pooky - I found the same thing out. As time goes by it does get easier to stick to the drinks. It's a great jump start to begin the process. It's been 3 days since my surgery and I continue to have the pounds drop off. It's a great feeling but right now I'm not even trying. Well I am trying to get my 3 Protein Shakes and 64 ozs of Water down. I think in reality I am getting probably 2 shakes split over 4 sessions, plus I have my yogurt and popsicles. It's good right now.

[phershey 1]

Our Special Dates: (only 6 more days before our fun begins. We are now in the single digits :thumbup:)

September 1 - BandedNellie, karmaandkismet, cece1967

September 2 - rkwilliams1013, Run Girl Run, pooky032281, ahlmanfamily, Loyalfriend, spitfireleo

September 3 - Freshstart2010, gracerev, ILUVFOOD

September 7 - danide, Nani4five, sannersplace72, swissnis, playermimi

September 8 - NYsLegend78, donnalys, LadyT39

September 9 - Butterfly2010, aliciaj, Olsweetmusic*

September 10 - jlr58, MrsFitand42, ally UK, angelpix, jmariedel*, jlr58*

September 13 - lillyegg, debrarh, ready4change10, CalaCake

September 14 - KAS1971, TheMaxwellFamily, WAH.MOM, purplevix, Angel82

September 15 - Kysmith72, piperboo

September 16 - sunny day, fldanny, kimmila, onceuponaband, kissalovoe*

September 17 - Stateofzen, hserrra, blondeej, vega1star*

September 21 - angellegna29*

September 22 - ebonykisses, kittykat56, papoose, mom05, teach830*

September 23 - emsbugbug, cicigirl

September 27 - babyk, LisaA, ocbutterfly*

September 28 - Zippy74, kosy2, ebeeze824

September 29 - wanna.b.healthy

September 30 - sourmissg, mrsbure

*newest additions

I want everyone to be recognized for this journey, so please let me know if I overlooked you.

Those approved/self pay and waiting for dates:

Some of you guys have been deliquent in posting. Please take the time to update us on your situation. We want to hear from you guys.

sarwenc

TheLovelyMissJ

desperatelyw.loss

HeatherinCA

phershey

wendyhart

PitPat

i am still impatiently waiting :cursing: hoping to hear something soon! and hope it is good news.

[BandedNellie 0]

I never thought I would say this... but I miss my Optifast shakes!! I started the Only Clear liquid portion of my diet today.. I have had tea, Jello and chicken broth... three things I will NOT have when I get back on food.. ha ha Anyway was sooo good all weekend.. no cheating AT ALL, and gained a pound!!! Isn't that a kicker.. I don't feel bad ( which is weird) becuase I know I did everything right.. so I will see changes soon.. I also realized that I have not had a BM ( sorry TMI) in about 3 days.. so that could be it too.. The only thing that I am nervous about tomorrow is the Milk of Magnesia that I have to take!! yikes less than 48 hours!!! Talk to you all after surgery!! Good Luck to all those just starting the pre-op.. It went a lot faster than I imagined.. and NOT that bad either.

[Banded-Sept-2010 0]

Our Special Dates:

THIS WEEK: Good luck too those of you having your surgery this week. Let us know when you get a chance how you are doing after your surgery. We will have you in our thoughts.

September 1 - BandedNellie, karmaandkismet, cece1967

September 2 - rkwilliams1013, Run Girl Run, pooky032281, ahlmanfamily, Loyalfriend, spitfireleo, Lanah, kydman*

September 3 - Freshstart2010, gracerev, ILUVFOOD, Esin*

Next Week:

September 7 - danide, Nani4five, sannersplace72, swissnis, playermimi

September 8 - NYsLegend78, donnalys, LadyT39

September 9 - Butterfly2010, aliciaj, Olsweetmusic

September 10 - jlr58, MrsFitand42, ally UK, angelpix, jmariedel, jlr58

Third Week:

September 13 - lillyegg, debrarh, ready4change10, CalaCake

September 14 - KAS1971, TheMaxwellFamily, WAH.MOM, purplevix, Angel82

September 15 - Kysmith72, piperboo

September 16 - sunny day, fldanny, kimmila, onceuponaband, kissalovoe

September 17 - Stateofzen, hserrra, blondeej, vega1star, helgainaz

Fourth Week:

September 20 - RACandler

September 21 - angellegna29

September 22 - ebonykisses, kittykat56, papoose, mom05, teach830

September 23 - emsbugbug, cicigirl

September 24 - ctrose, kmckinleyrn

Fifth Week:

September 27 - babyk, LisaA, ocbutterfly, david314

September 28 - Zippy74, kosy2, ebeeze824, newbs

September 29 - wanna.b.healthy

September 30 - sourmissg, mrsbure

*newest additions

I want everyone to be recognized for this journey, so please let me know if I overlooked you.

Those approved/self pay and waiting for dates:

Some of you guys have been delinquent in posting. Please take the time to update us on your situation. We want to hear from you guys.

sarwenc

TheLovelyMissJ

desperatelyw.loss

HeatherinCA

phershey - good to hear from you again - hope you hear some good news soon.

wendyhart - good to hear from you again

PitPat

bayareanan

Bugaboo77

Those who have crossed over to Bandland:

CSinTX (its lonely down here)

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