Jersey Girl ready to get into the Band-mode Aug 21

[Melissa Tirado 0]

Hi all!

I'm Melissa from NJ. I am having my lapband surgery Aug 21. Presently I am drinkin shakes, "eating" cream of wheat, drinking Water, and basically waiting patiently for my big day.

I would love to hear from all of you, especially anyone who was banded in Northern NJ, the area where I live (Bloomfield).

Ok take care and God Bless you all :whoo:

[angeleyes32 0]

Hi, I am Angela. I am getting banded on the 17th and currently on an all slim fast diet/liquid diet pre-op. It is extremely hard for me, but it will be worth it in the end. Welcome. Hopefully we can share our experienced and such since our surgeries are close.

[bbjerseygirl 0]

Hi Melissa. I'm in South Jersey and still in the pre-op process. Who is your doctor? Not too many in this area. I have a friend getting done in September, in NJ as well. She more South too. Atlantic County. Hope all is well. Good luck.

[Melissa Tirado 0]

HI,

My doctor is Dr. Strom in Glen Ridge, NJ. I was referred to him by a friend who had the surgery back in May. So far he's great and so is his staff. I have NJ PLUS Blue Cross & Blue Shield and today I was approved for the surgery. I think you can find him on line.

[Melissa Tirado 0]

Hi Angela,

I am drinking Protein shakes. I was told Slim Fast doesn't have enough nutritional value, double check with your doctor. I would have loved Slim Fast, these Protein Shakes are not as pleasant.

So where are you from?

[Big Wave Dave 0]

Aloha Ladies

Go to GNC they have some really good whey Protein Shakes, Cocoholat caramel, and Cookies & Cream there the best. Good luck with you pre-op stage, during mine I thought my head was going to explode.

Aloha

BWD

[Big As Life 0]

CONGRATS ON YOUR SURGERY DATE...that is great....you will be in band land before you know it..It is awesome...I love my band...I have no regrets...