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I've been meaning to post since I found out I was actually getting banded but just haven't. I'm so excited and ready to be healthy! I Personaly don't know anyone else who is banded and my drs office is an hour away. With a toddler and a baby there's no way Im Going to make those support groups. I hope you guys can help me help myself :)

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welcome and congrats! How was your surgery day? I get banded on May 18th. Have you joined any groups on here? Their are many that are very helpful. Hope to stay in touch!

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I haven't joined any groups yet but really need to. My surgery day went smooth and my dr told me everything went better thn expected as I also had a hiatal hernia repaired at the same time. I'm healing pretty well so far but am getting hunger pains and still have the pain in my left shoulder though. Can't wait for that to be gone. But watching my weight go down 1/2 pound every day is totally worth it!

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Welcome! I'm still pre-op but everyone here is helpful and supportive. Feel free to message me any time. :)

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I'm scheduled may 21!!! I'm.excited and nervous at the same time!

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Hi feelinflabbymomma! I know I am so excited for my day. I am just a few days before you! Welcome :)

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Im having my surgery on May 10th!!! Thats only two days away. Ive gone shopping and have my Protein shakes, new pillows, Water, broth mix, flavored water packets, Jello mix, liquid Vitamins, and GasX. Can anyone suggest anything else I might need? I live alone and although my brother will be bringing me home from hospital I will be recovering on my own for the most part (I do have family nearby who can I can call if I need them, thankfully).

I must say I am excited and scared--hope it wont be too painful!!!

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Congratulation! This site has been excellent with support. If you have a hard day or just need advice or want to share just come here and there will always be someone who can help! Best wishes!

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I got children's Tylenol and Motrin in liquid form. That way I didn't have to take the prescription pain meds if I had pain that wasn't terrible.

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I'm getting banded May 15!!!!!!

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      Hey guys new to the process looking forward to this new life. 
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      The 14th was my day. I am home and recovery is going pretty smooth. They even let me walk out of the hospital. Picture of me in recovery curtesy of my boyfriend lol. 

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        Glad it went well!! Wishing you a speedy recovery and wonderful success!! 🤗

      2. buildabetteranna

        Thank you ❤️

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        Neat you have a pic of this day! I was sooo happy to get my surgery. It was well worth it! And I'm not even near my goal. I had surgery Dec. 2!

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