Nervous and Excited!!

[Lopez1978 0]

I don't have a date yet, waiting insurance approval...But as soon as I know I will be shouting it out..

[Lcubed 0]

I know you will be excited! I still can't believe I have my date. They scheduled it with me and then contacted my insurance company for approval. They got it the next day! I didn't think they would have a problem but I didn't think it would be approved so quickly! The journey continues!!!

[RestlessMonkey 7]

I think some places just have better trained nurses. I'm going to nursing school right now (to get my BSN) and we're taught No fake nails, no polish, and no deodorant in the OR.

[xraigal 1]

well guys I'm newly banded and home!! It wasn't bad... the referred pain in my left shoulder is really bothering me but otherwise i'm doing good. thanks for all the tips!! now onto a new me(hopefully about 80 lbs lighter me...lol) mmmmmm..i love Protein shakes!! :confused:

[Lcubed 0]

How is everyone doing? How are you feeling xraigal? I hope you are doing well and would love to hear about it.

[xraigal 1]

the banding was 5 days ago and today i feel great. I have been walking every day but today it wasn't a chore to do it. I even helped my husband hang some siding!! :thumbup:

Found that the shakes arent my favorite but muscle milk makes some that have enough Protein in one shake for the day. That is easy to do.

I have developed a cough which doesnt feel good on my abdomen but other wise i feel pretty good.

[Sugarbear 2]

Xraigal, Welcome to Bandland. Becareful about your activities for now. Your port needs time to scar in place. (Kinda grow to the spot it was put on).For your band, much less chance of slippage if you let it get seated in place. The tissue they stitch it too is fragile. You have done so well, don't want to rock the boat now. Take care.

[Purplerose 0]

Hello Everyone!

I just wanted to let everyone know that my Lap Band Surgery date is October 3rd! I am so happy, but it seems like time is going by so slow. Hope to talk to everyone soon!

[Lcubed 0]

Hello Everyone!

Xraigal: I hope you are feeling well today!

Sugarbear: Welcome! Sounds like you are doing greyt!!! How long ago did you have your surgery?

Purplerose: October 3 will be here before you know it. Are you on a liquid diet this week before surgery? That's what I have to do. My surgery is Nov. 10 and I can't wait. Good Luck! Let us know how you are doing!!!

[Purplerose 0]

It sure feels like time is going sooo slow!

They have me on

Meal 1 - 1 fruit and a yogurt

Meal 2 - Protein shake

Meal 3 - 4-6 ounces of lean meat & 1 serving of a green Veg.

Meal 4 - if needed - another protein shake

Its crazy.... it sounds like a lot, but compared to what I am used to eating its not.

[xraigal 1]

sugarbear--thank you for the advice!! I probably should take it easy but i finally feel almost normal(except for my stomach growling like crazy!!!) I will be a little more cautious and maybe only go for a walk instead of side the garage!!! :thumbup: