Being banded this summer

[LisaAB 0]

Hi everyone!

I am new to this forum and wanted to say HELLO! I'm in the beginning stages of preparing for lap band surgery, and I am very excited! I have my first appointment with the nutritionist next week, then will have my sleep study done, blood work, etc... Any helpful tips or advice I can get would be much appreciated! One of my main concerns is how difficult it will be to adjust to the new diet POST surgery. I know all about the liquid diet pre and post surgery, but am hoping some of you can give me helpful tips on how to adjust to the permanent eating habit changes that will occur long term.

Thank you all -- I look forward to making new friends!

Lisa

[REALIZEinCT 0]

Welcome Lisa and congratulations on your decision. The adjustment to your new lifestyle and eating is largely mental. As is often said, but very true, the band is only a tool and you have to make a commitment to make good choices. Good luck, keep us posted.

[Libbyjane1976 1]

Welcome Lisa! My word of advice to you is to stay focused on your goal. It's very easy to be distracted by food especially during barbeque season.

[ayyypapi 0]

Hi!! I am getting banded this summer too .

Good luck with it!! :wink: