October Bandsters?

[CMaxwell331 12]

I took 2 weeks because I have to take 5 days before my sick time kicks in, and I figured why the heck not take 2 weeks to get most of my liquid diet out of the way so I won't have to bring half of my kitchen in with me lol 2 more days I can't wait!!!!

[Juli Salzman 41]

My surgery is on a Wednesday 10/24. I am definitely taking off from Wednesday to Monday 10/29 ( that is my post op appointment ) . Then I will get a doctor's note and see how I feel. I am a high school teacher' date=' so I don't want to have ANY pain/discomfort whatsoever...my job is stressful enough...[/quote']

I am an elementary music teacher and was banded on 8/29 ( a Wednesday) and went back to work the following Tuesday. I think I should have waited one or two more days. The first two days back were difficult because there is a lot of movement with my job. I didn't have any additional procedures like hernia repairs. If I had, I think I definitely would have needed more time off. Whenever you go back to school, I suggest you bring a heating pad with you.

[Meave84 6]

October 5th is my banding date!! looking forward to it- a little nervous! Cant believe its only 5 days away!!!

[diane1964 1]

October 5th is my banding date!! looking forward to it- a little nervous! Cant believe its only 5 days away!!!

That is exactly how I feel. How are you doing on your preop first. I just bought the premiere shakes from costco they got good reviews I can't get used to the powder Protein. It is gritty no matter how I make it.

[diane1964 1]

That is exactly how I feel. How are you doing on your preop first. I just bought the premiere shakes from costco they got good reviews I can't get used to the powder Protein. It is gritty no matter how I make it.

Sorry I need to spell check b4 I send. My surgery is the day b4 yours on Oct 4th.

[Meave84 6]

The pre-op diet has been challenging- but it is half way over- my Dr. prescribed Slim Time shakes and up to 250 cal of low GI vegetables. I don't mind the Slim Time-- i make sure to make them in the blender (leas lumpy) and pour over ice so they are good and cold-- I find the worst is my 'head hunger'. wanting to eat chocolate or other unhealthy stuff-- and i have been able to resist by asking myself 'Why am I wanting to eat right now?'. and I can usually pin it on being tired or bored- and if that doesnt work- i drink Water or tea! 5 days!!!

[Fallbride 35]

I'm an October bander! Scheduled for October 12th! Looking forward to my new life and started my pre-surg diet two days ago.

[Ms. Blue 42]

Tomorrow is my partner's surgery. It was supposed to be at 9am and they called and bumped her until 3pm. But she still can't eat or drink anything after midnight tonight. Good luck to Oct. 1 bandsters. I'm next week.

[ladymarshall 61]

Tomorrow is my partner's surgery. It was supposed to be at 9am and they called and bumped her until 3pm. But she still can't eat or drink anything after midnight tonight. Good luck to Oct. 1 bandsters. I'm next week.

If I was her I would try to stay sleep until time to get up and get dressed to leave. Because I'm sure she will be looking at the clock all day!!! God bless u guys!!!!!

[Ms. Blue 42]

If I was her I would try to stay sleep until time to get up and get dressed to leave. Because I'm sure she will be looking at the clock all day!!! God bless u guys!!!!!

I like your thinking! And for my own sanity! I'm gonna wake her closer to midnight to eat some Jello and drink something then let her sleep in as long as possible tomorrow. Very nervous for her!

[NYTeacher 43]

Good luck to those who have their surgeries tomorrow. I start the Protein Drinks tomorrow.

[FallonB 102]

I'm an October bander! Scheduled for October 12th! Looking forward to my new life and started my pre-surg diet two days ago.

We have the same date!

[CMaxwell331 12]

I'm going to stay up as late as possible tonight to be at the hospital at noon so I won't be looking at the clock either

[ladymarshall 61]

Good luck to those who have their surgeries tomorrow. I start the Protein drinks tomorrow.

Which one are u doing?

[NYTeacher 43]

Which one are u doing?

I'm doing the Pure Premium ready made shakes. I tried a variety of shakes and these pretty decent and available at costco for a good price. I didn't like mixing the Protein Powder.< /p>

I am allowed up to two cups of nonstarchy veggies and two tablespoons of nonfat dressing.