March 2011 Bandsters

[Amanda1982 142]

my surgery date is March 1, which means my pre-op diet starts on valentines day ironically, I have been reading some of the other peoples' posts on here and my doctor is requiring my pre-op diet to be slimfast. Anyone else out there required to do the same?

No, they gave me a list of Protein shakes.. But said as long as they had less than 5 carbs and at least 15 grams of Protein they where fine. Slimfast was on the list but it had to be low carb. Good Luck

[emptyNest 4]

I am REALLY hoping that I am a March Bandster...sigh...since I've been working on getting this done since last May..

My appt with the surgeon & nutritionist is Feb 21st, so that at least is getting close.

[nallygirl 4]

my surgery date is March 1, which means my pre-op diet starts on valentines day ironically, I have been reading some of the other peoples' posts on here and my doctor is requiring my pre-op diet to be slimfast. Anyone else out there required to do the same?

It seems like everyones pre-op diet (if they have one) is a little different. I've seen some who have used SlimFast, Carnation or the Atkins shakes. I unfortunately have to use Optifast which I've heard doesn't taste very good and is expensive. Atleast I can have sugar free popsicles

[MelissaNJ 0]

I am scheduled for March 11. I am just waiting for my insureance approval. Hopefully I get approved quickly and can have the surgery sooner.

I only have to do a week for the pre op diet and it can be any type of Protein Drink.< /p>

[aminkin 0]

I am scheduled for surgery on March 1st!!!! I am very excited! My liquid diet starts Feb 20. I can have Carnation, slimfast, muscle milk and Ensure with sugar free popsicles, sugar free Jello, milk and different broths like chicken and beef!

LETS GO MARCH BANDSTERS!!!!!!

[stevenjoec 0]

My surgery date is March 15 in Albany, Georgia. I go for all of my pre-work on Feb. 28. I'm assuming they will give me my pre-op diet instructions on that date???

[Georgia83 0]

Hi Guys!!! I to am a March 2011 Bandit.. Yay Me!!! Im so jealous of u guys who get veggies and a meal with your pre-op diet. Im on opti-fast 5x a day , sugar and fat free Jello and Popsicle.... I dont know how I will go without chewing for 4 weeks... YES.. 4 weeks : ( .... O well enough of that my date is March.16. 2011

[kellypeterman 0]

I just found out Friday that my surgery is scheduled for March 14th. My pre-op diet starts Feb. 28th. They gave me a Protein diet to follow with a list of "protein" drink choices and a basic 7 day menu. Prayin' it goes well for everyone!

Hi Everyone!!

Where are all the March bandsters at?!! I was just approved last week and have a surgery date of March 16th. Looks like I'll be starting a two week pre-op liquid diet (Optifast) on March 2nd which I'm not looking forward to!! Anyone else scheduled for March? Do you have a pre-op diet to follow?

Good Luck to everyone!!

[smilinggirl 1]

I too am having my surgery March 15, 2011. I am going to Mexico for the surgery. I have to do my 2 weeks pre-op of liquids also. I am wondering if I should start earlier. I suppose I will start fresh, March 1st.

I am counting down the days!

[Sandy-W 0]

My surgery date is March 3rd. My pre-op diet is Protein Shakes, broth, sugar free Popsicles. I'm excited but nervous also.

[nallygirl 4]

Hi Guys!!! I to am a March 2011 Bandit.. Yay Me!!! Im so jealous of u guys who get veggies and a meal with your pre-op diet. Im on opti-fast 5x a day , sugar and fat free Jello and Popsicle.... I dont know how I will go without chewing for 4 weeks... YES.. 4 weeks : ( .... O well enough of that my date is March.16. 2011

I'm right there with ya! My surgery date is March 16th and I have to use Optifast 5x a day for two weeks. I can't even imagine having to do that for FOUR weeks!! But I am looking forward to dropping some weight before surgery

[cece_simon 0]

I am scheduled for March 11. I am just waiting for my insureance approval. Hopefully I get approved quickly and can have the surgery sooner.

I only have to do a week for the pre op diet and it can be any type of Protein drink.

I am also a newbie on here and my banding date is also March 11. I wish us both luck.

[cece_simon 0]

Hi Everyone!!

Where are all the March bandsters at?!! I was just approved last week and have a surgery date of March 16th. Looks like I'll be starting a two week pre-op liquid diet (Optifast) on March 2nd which I'm not looking forward to!! Anyone else scheduled for March? Do you have a pre-op diet to follow?

Good Luck to everyone!!

I am scheduled for March 11. When I think about it I get really nervous sometimes. I think OMG what if it doesn't work and I don't lose. Anyway it helps sometimes to read the blogs. Be careful and stay away from the negative blogs.

So good luck to us all.

[laureny1986 0]

Surgery scheduled for 9 AM on March 10, 2011!! Pre-Op starts on February 24, 2011. I will be on Bariatric Advantage for my diet.

[nallygirl 4]

I am scheduled for March 11. When I think about it I get really nervous sometimes. I think OMG what if it doesn't work and I don't lose. Anyway it helps sometimes to read the blogs. Be careful and stay away from the negative blogs.

So good luck to us all.

I feel the same way!! You read all the posts about people who've only lost 30 pounds in a year and it can get a little scary!! As my surgery date gets closer I'm definitely starting to get nervous about it all!! Good luck to you!!