Jump to content
×
Are you looking for the BariatricPal Store? Go now!

Can't wait but nervous


Guest Jazell76

Recommended Posts

Guest Jazell76

I am due to have my band done on the 21st of February 2005. I am really looking forward to it but as it is still quite new in Western Australia I am a bit nervous also. I have heard that the first two weeks when it is liquid only is the hardest. If any one can comment on this I would much appreciate it.

I have been over weight since the birth of my eldest child 9 years ago and I have been battling ever since. I had heard about the lapband before but as it wasnt on the government list I couldnt afford it. Now its on the list I am getting it done. Thanks for taking the time to read this.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

jazell Welcome glad you joined us. Their are lots of info on these boards that could help you with a lot of questions. I haven't been banded yet so I 'm not sure on your question ,but I wanted to tell you good luck and come back often. You will meet lots of new friends here!

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

It's only natural for you to be nervous. The time goes by rather quickly with the liquid stage, and it is well worth going through to get your band. Please go through a lot of the older posts on this board as well as the new ones, you will find several topics related to the questions you have, as well as lots of other information. Good luck, and welcome to the board.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Jazelle..I had the exact same fears aboutthe liquid phase and mine was for 3 weeks. I thought there would be no way that I could accomplish that..but guess what..I DID..WE ALL DID!!

You will be amazed at how food will not even sound tempting the first week or two as you are healing. I had so much gas and swelling in my tummy that hunger & food were not even issues. You will get through it!

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Hello and welcome. There are a few other Austrailians on this board. I'm sure that by the time Feb. 21 gets here, you will find numerous things to worry about. That is just a normal part of the process. If you can't find the answer in old posts on this board, please be sure to ask. Regarding the liquid phase, some people are hungry during that time and suffer through it through sheer determination, but for me, it was painless and whisked by before I knew it. Like Michelle, I didn't even want to eat.

Nancy

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now

  • Trending Products

  • Trending Topics

  • Recent Status Updates

    • cryoder22

      Day 1 of pre-op liquid diet (3 weeks) and I'm having a hard time already. I feel hungry and just want to eat. I got the protein and supplements recommend by my program and having a hard time getting 1 down. My doctor / nutritionist has me on the following:
      1 protein shake (bariatric advantage chocolate) with 8 oz of fat free milk 1 snack = 1 unjury protein shake (root beer) 1 protein shake (bariatric advantage orange cream) 1 snack = 1 unjury protein bar 1 protein shake (bariatric advantace orange cream or chocolate) 1 snack = 1 unjury protein soup (chicken) 3 servings of sugar free jello and popsicles throughout the day. 64 oz of water (I have flavor packets). Hot tea and coffee with splenda has been approved as well. Does anyone recommend anything for the next 3 weeks?
      · 1 reply
      1. NickelChip

        All I can tell you is that for me, it got easier after the first week. The hunger pains got less intense and I kind of got used to it and gave up torturing myself by thinking about food. But if you can, get anything tempting out of the house and avoid being around people who are eating. I sent my kids to my parents' house for two weeks so I wouldn't have to prepare meals I couldn't eat. After surgery, the hunger was totally gone.

    • buildabetteranna

      I have my final approval from my insurance, only thing holding up things is one last x-ray needed, which I have scheduled for the fourth of next month, which is my birthday.

      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
    • BetterLeah

      Woohoo! I have 7 more days till surgery, So far I am already down a total of 20lbs since I started this journey. 
      · 1 reply
      1. NeonRaven8919

        Well done! I'm 9 days away from surgery! Keep us updated!

    • Ladiva04

      Hello,
      I had my surgery on the 25th of June of this year. Starting off at 117 kilos.😒
      · 1 reply
      1. NeonRaven8919

        Congrats on the surgery!

    • Sandra Austin Tx

      I’m 6 days post op as of today. I had the gastric bypass 
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
  • Recent Topics

  • Hot Products

  • Sign Up For
    Our Newsletter

    Follow us for the latest news
    and special product offers!
  • Together, we have lost...
      lbs

    PatchAid Vitamin Patches

    ×