September Bandsters

[Texasbandit 8]

You're not alone! My mother and daughter are insistent that I'm making the biggest mistake of my life. I think it's because they don't understand it fully. I even took literature to my mom, but her mind is made up. My daughter is large, too, and I think she's just a bit jealous. We had an aunt who died from gastric bypass, and I believe they both think about that. I have tried to show them that this is so much safer. BUT, I do have a lot of people behind me, too! So, I'm not letting it get to me. I'm doing this for me--mainly for health reasons. So, let's all just stay positive. We know what we're doing, and it's going to be the best thing we've all done for ourselves! Yay, Lap-Band!!!!!

My date is 09/02 as well! I'm excited. I've had surgeries before so that doesnt bother me at all. I've only told 4 people and they are all family plus my hubby. They are supportive and have no doubts I can do it. I lost 72lbs by just diet and excersize so this should be a piece of cake. I love to work out and I've been low carb for years now.

[steph324 1]

My surgery date has been set for September 22nd. I start the liquid diet on the 7th and go for all my pre-op on the 19th. I'm nervous and excited at the same time. I lost 18 pounds during my 6 month supervised diet so know that I have the committment it will take to be successful! Good luck to all the September surgeries!

[txdiva 13]

I am starting my 2 week pre op diet tomorrow. My surgery is on the 15th. I am supposed to have 2 shakes a day and one low carb meal. Does anyone have any suggestions on what to fix for my one meal?

Thanks,

Lisa

[xianlenore 0]

I am sorry to hear you have to be on the pre-op diet for four weeks. My surgery date is the same as yours Wednesday Sept. 14th but I dont start the diet till Sept 1st. Lets keep intouch and encourge each other. I know you can do it!! You came this far.

Autumn, good luck with your pre-op diet, you're starting Thursday right? I've lost 15lbs since the 17th of August, hopefully another 10 before surgery. Keep me updated, good luck!

[autvil 0]

Yes , Thursday the date I am so very proud of you for the 15lbs weight loss. I am kind of nervous with labor day being Monday... I guess there will always be a holiday and birthday and some excuse LOL!!! I want this soo bad I just love this website. I am new to the talk forums so be with me. If i dont answer right away. I will keep you posted bought all kids of Protein Shakes from costco so I am ready. Thank you so much for your well wishes ... continue on great head start I am rooting for you all the way to finsh line........

Autumn, good luck with your pre-op diet, you're starting Thursday right? I've lost 15lbs since the 17th of August, hopefully another 10 before surgery. Keep me updated, good luck!

[autvil 0]

Good Luck with your start ...

I am starting my 2 week pre op diet tomorrow. My surgery is on the 15th. I am supposed to have 2 shakes a day and one low carb meal. Does anyone have any suggestions on what to fix for my one meal?

Thanks,

Lisa

[autvil 0]

OMG !!! I am so excited for you... your surgery is FRIDAY !!!! Good Luck Please keep me posted.. You'll do great !!!

SEPTEMBER 2ND YIPEEE CAN'T WAIT!!! ALTHOUGH, I AM A LITTLE NERVOUS BECAUSE I HAVE NEVER HAD ANY TYPE OF SURGERY.

[jillkm 0]

My name is Jill and I'm new to this site and so glad I found it because I'll need all the support and advice I can get!! I've been in the program since the end of last year and finally have my surgery date!!! September 22nd I'm very excited!! I meet with the preop nutritionist tomorrow so i'm sure I'll get my new diet then. Which is good because I have had the last supper syndrome lately and have been eating alot more than I should be! I'm so happy to be making these new life style changes! Good luck to you all with your upcoming dates!!

[Peps 1]

My name is Jill and I'm new to this site and so glad I found it because I'll need all the support and advice I can get!! I've been in the program since the end of last year and finally have my surgery date!!! September 22nd I'm very excited!! I meet with the preop nutritionist tomorrow so i'm sure I'll get my new diet then. Which is good because I have had the last supper syndrome lately and have been eating alot more than I should be! I'm so happy to be making these new life style changes! Good luck to you all with your upcoming dates!!

Hi Jill,

Welcome to the September Bandsters!! I have my surgery on the 29th. I meet with the bariatric nurse and dietician tomorrow, lab work and meet with nurse practitioner the following week, and start my 2-week liver shrinking diet on the 15th. I, too, have hd the "last supper" syndrome. I've told my husband all the places I want to eat and what I want to eat until then. It's crazy! Well, we're glad you've joined us. Take care. All of us are willing to help in any way. Peg

[ROTJob 1]

I'm getting banded in 20 hours. I'm pretty nervous.

[Peps 1]

I'm getting banded in 20 hours. I'm pretty nervous.

Don't worry! It will be fine. Before you know it, it will all be over! Will be thinking about you tomorrow!

[nursejenkins 0]

I am also gettting banded tomorrow. I have to be at the hospital at 6:45am. good luck to you.

[ROTJob 1]

I have to check in at 6am and my surgery is at 7:30. Good luck to you too.

[bel738 0]

Wow four week post op is different I never head of that

[DRCS 2]

Hi everyone going tomorrow to the Md think I will be starting the Preop. Surgery the 14th. I have MS and fell the other day breaking my ankle and foot. Because of the Hurricane we had, my Mds elevator doesn't work. Not sure how I will get up 2 flights of stairs but I don't want to postpone my appt because then everything will probably be pushed further and I want this over so I can get on my way to a healthier me. Luckily he said the breaks won't postpone the surgery as long as I can make my appt. UGH !