October 2010 Bandsters

[R gran 1 0]

I have wrote a few myself lets just think of this as the final chapter.

[Grams 0]

Started 14 day fast yesterday. This is the second day. Not really to bad yet. 5 protien shakes a day, cup of broth, cup of sugarfree Jello and a sugarfree popcicle.

ALL the Water, crystal lite, Decaf tea and decaf coffee I want. Was tired early yesterday and dizzy this morning but I can't imagine this for 14 days. I have cooked twice a day as usual for hubby but I'm sure that will get harder.

Good to hear I'm not the only Grandma. I turn 63 3 days after my surgery, an early birthday present to myself. I'm on day 8 pre-op diet and can't wait to get started. All the best to you too. We can do it!

Grams

[tabatha lynn 0]

Yay!! October 15th is my date.. Started pre op yesterday. Stomach is growling as I write but it will be ok.. I have done really well today and really didnt get hungry until I went out to town and smelled Burger King.. I was never a fan of Burger King until now..LOL Wondering how you mothers and wives are handling supper for your families??? Best of luck to all of you who are getting real close and for those who are the pre op..

[R gran 1 0]

Ten days fasting. Four more days left. Surgury Friday. I have cooked for hubby cause I have created a helpless ol man. Only bothered me once. I have broke down twice. Once my family was over and they tried a new pizza place and I had three bites. Also on the day of my col/end tests after no protien drink for two days I had a cup of oatmeal.< /p>

Knowing me I figured I gained 10lbs for that screw up.

[tabatha lynn 0]

Ten days fasting. Four more days left. Surgury Friday. I have cooked for hubby cause I have created a helpless ol man. Only bothered me once. I have broke down twice. Once my family was over and they tried a new pizza place and I had three bites. Also on the day of my col/end tests after no protien drink for two days I had a cup of oatmeal.< p>Knowing me I figured I gained 10lbs for that screw up.

I have a few licks and larps myself. Really need to stop because I am so afraid it is going to mess me up. But it is really hard to break a habit that I have had forever..You know taste testing everything I cook. What did you mean no Protein shake for two days??? I am finding out that every dr has a different pre op diet to follow.. Hope things are going well for you.

[naya1003 0]

I'm 27 and due to be banded on Oct. 15th. Starting my pre-op diet & nervous as ever about this procedure!

[tabatha lynn 0]

I'm 27 and due to be banded on Oct. 15th. Starting my pre-op diet & nervous as ever about this procedure!

We are getting banded on the same day. Do you have a time yet for your procedure?? I do not. I wont actually find out until the day before. How are things coming on the pre op diet. I am a little nervous myself but at the same time know without a doubt I am ready to start this journey of my life. Let me know how your doing on the pre op.

[asksdf 5]

Hey everyone

I was banded October 7th, so I'm only two days out. My pre-op diet was easy compared to yours. Starting a week before I was to have two meals a day which ended up being some lean cuisine meals. Then the two days before just liquids....And I still hated it. I don't know how you guys do the week on liquids alone, I would go insane.

[tabatha lynn 0]

Ive got 6 more days of this pre op. Then its not like I come home eating steak.. Mmm steak.... ONLY kidding!! I just keep telling myself it is a part of it and I am willing to do it. Besides Ive lost 12 pounds in a week. That makes it a little more tolerable. LOL "Sandworm" how did your surgery go? I would love to hear about it.

[tealblue 0]

Hi Gran, I am 67 and getting the band next week. I feel like I am the oldest person on this board. I don't feel my age at all, and I am looking foward to my new life. I have made up my mind I will do everything I am told and not do it my way any more. I have already lost 25 pounds because my doctor has a dietitian who is trained in bariatrics. I feel so much better. I like the doctor and the whole staff is so helpful. Is there anyone close to my age who has had lap band and been sucessful?

[asksdf 5]

Ive got 6 more days of this pre op. Then its not like I come home eating steak.. Mmm steak.... ONLY kidding!! I just keep telling myself it is a part of it and I am willing to do it. Besides Ive lost 12 pounds in a week. That makes it a little more tolerable. LOL "Sandworm" how did your surgery go? I would love to hear about it.

My surgery went great. I lost about 17lbs on the pre-op diet so at least there's that. I've spent the last 3 days at my parents house recovering. I'm going to try and go back to work on Monday, but I'm not sure how a tucked in shirt is going to feel on my belly button stitches.

[ladybug on a mission 0]

Well I have transitioned to the other side!!! I am now a Bandster!!! My day at the hospital yesterday was uneventful. I arrived at 7 as instructed, but never went to surgery until about 12. Waiting is not one of my favorite things LOL! So it was making me more nervous than anything. I came home about 4.

Today I am just very sore around my belly button area and hurts just a bit to take deep breaths, but all in all, not too bad. I am so ready for a shower LOL! I will be a good girl and wait until tomorrow as instructed, but boy could I use one right now.

Thank you to everyone who has supported me up to this point and I will certainly be calling on you more, now that I will have bandster questions!

Hugs,

Jane

[R gran 1 0]

Hey kids, I'm back. Wasen't bad at all. I would say the hardest thing was all the prep for the surgury. Had it Friday and this is tuesday. I walk often but don't lift, push or pull. Little heavyness where they fixed the hernia but all and all doing great. I hope all my kids are doing as good as me.

[ladybug on a mission 0]

Glad to hear all is well! I too was a Friday bander and except for some soreness in my belly button area, I am doing good. I am planning to return to work tomorrow, we will see how that goes.

[Grams 0]

Hi Gran, I am 67 and getting the band next week. I feel like I am the oldest person on this board. I don't feel my age at all, and I am looking foward to my new life. I have made up my mind I will do everything I am told and not do it my way any more. I have already lost 25 pounds because my doctor has a dietitian who is trained in bariatrics. I feel so much better. I like the doctor and the whole staff is so helpful. Is there anyone close to my age who has had LAP-BAND® and been sucessful?

63 0n Friday, banded this morning, keep in touch. We're oldies but goodies!