September 2009 Band Date

[Ready4a2ndChance 0]

Soco 9/01/09

Amandakrangel 9/1/09

Coloradomom (Gen) 9/1/09

ms_Hart37 9/1/09

mosean6278 09/01/09

katklaws 09/01/09

ivy76 9/02/09

Jmtmb (JoLynne ) 9/4/09

JLDChester(Jamie)9/4/09

Cortney75 (Cortney) 9/4/09

tzn (Karena) 9/8/09

mrsyellis (yohontas)9/08/09

Jules 09/09/09

Soldiersgem(ginna) 9/9/09

pr8453(Pam) 9/9/09

bradybrat 09/09/09

Ready4a2ndchance 9/09/09

Hmarko (helen) 9/11/09

stardustic 9/11/09

Nawlinzlady (Dee) 9/15/09

Anni80 (annie) 9/15/09

smallerj (jes) 9/16/09

Hardygostlin (Jody) 9/17/09

Loveslady(Tawonda) 9/17/09

Gatorgirl1024 (Shelley) 9/17/09

MishiB (Michelle) 9/17/09

Sharie3 9/21/09

Pookiemp 9/23/2009

leigna 09/24/09

Chickychoo (Jill) 09/28/09

Kinzie 09/28/09

Soexcited 9/30/09

SmilinShel (Michelle) 09/01/09

Comet321 (Chris) 9/1/09

[Soco 0]

September Band List

Soco 9/01/09

Amandakrangel 9/1/09

Coloradomom (Gen) 9/1/09

ms_Hart37 9/1/09

mosean6278 09/01/09

katklaws 09/01/09

SmilinShel (Michelle) 09/01/09

Comet321 (Chris) 9/1/09

ivy76 9/02/09

Jmtmb (JoLynne ) 9/4/09

JLDChester(Jamie)9/4/09

Cortney75 (Cortney) 9/4/09

tzn (Karena) 9/8/09

mrsyellis (yohontas)9/08/09

amethyst_moonbowJules 09/09/09

Soldiersgem(ginna) 9/9/09

pr8453(Pam) 9/9/09

bradybrat 09/09/09

Ready4a2ndchance 9/09/09

Hmarko (helen) 9/11/09

stardustic 9/11/09

Nawlinzlady (Dee) 9/15/09

Anni80 (annie) 9/15/09

smallerj (jes) 9/16/09

Hardygostlin (Jody) 9/17/09

Loveslady(Tawonda) 9/17/09

Gatorgirl1024 (Shelley) 9/17/09

MishiB (Michelle) 9/17/09

Sharie3 9/21/09

Pookiemp 9/23/2009

leigna 09/24/09

Chickychoo (Jill) 09/28/09

Kinzie 09/28/09

Soexcited 9/30/09

waynes6 9/30/09

[Soco 0]

No way! I refuse to gain back the 15 I have lost so far. I will put myself back on that clear liquid diet before I let that happen! That would be so disappointing. You know, I added it up and the first week I was eating 800 cals or less, now I am 1000-1200. That still is not very much. As long as I can keep it around here and not gain anymore I will be happy until my first fill.

I'm with you Gen, even though it's only been 10 pounds for me.. They are not coming back. I haven't counted my calories but, that's a good idea. I'm still getting shoulder pain. I hope it goes away soon. How are you doing?

[Bendy H 0]

Soco 9/01/09

Amandakrangel 9/1/09

Coloradomom (Gen) 9/1/09

ms_Hart37 9/1/09

mosean6278 09/01/09

katklaws 09/01/09

SmilinShel (Michelle) 09/01/09

Comet321 (Chris) 9/1/09

ivy76 9/02/09

Jmtmb (JoLynne ) 9/4/09

JLDChester(Jamie)9/4/09

Cortney75 (Cortney) 9/4/09

tzn (Karena) 9/8/09

mrsyellis (yohontas)9/08/09

amethyst_moonbowJules 09/09/09

Soldiersgem(ginna) 9/9/09

pr8453(Pam) 9/9/09

bradybrat 09/09/09

Ready4a2ndchance 9/09/09

Hmarko (helen) 9/11/09

stardustic 9/11/09

Nawlinzlady (Dee) 9/15/09

Anni80 (annie) 9/15/09

smallerj (jes) 9/16/09

Hardygostlin (Jody) 9/17/09

Loveslady(Tawonda) 9/17/09

Gatorgirl1024 (Shelley) 9/17/09

MishiB (Michelle) 9/17/09

BendyH (Brenda) 9/18/09

Sharie3 9/21/09

Pookiemp 9/23/2009

leigna 09/24/09

Chickychoo (Jill) 09/28/09

Kinzie 09/28/09

Soexcited 9/30/09

waynes6 9/30/09

[Soco 0]

got you on there mrsyellis :w00t:

Ok so just how many calories are we supposed to be taking in right after surgery ? I can hardly stomach anything. It has taken me 2 days to get through one shake. I have creamy Soup that I dip a toddler spoon in and have only gotten maybe a tablespoon of that down in 2 days. pudding, a lick here and there.. soo sweet!! . All I crave is Water water water. I probably haven't taken in more than 300 calories in 2 days and thats stretching it.

When should I start becoming concerned? I no longer have an upset stomach, that stopped yesterday. I am just not hungry!

Hello Karena, I think it's more important to make sure you get your Protein in. Protein is what's going to help you heal. Try sipping on some Isopure the red punch one is really good. It has 40grams of protein in a 20oz bottle. I know 20oz. sounds like alot but, you can sip on it throughout the day. Also, take some liquid vitamins.. I think right now it's important to keep yourself well hydrated.

I wish I still had that fullness.. It's the swelling in your stomach that's not letting you take in that much.. I'm starting to get hungry.. I've also been drinking some Aloe Vera to help with the internal healing.. Good Luck..

[tzn 0]

HEY LADIES (and gentlemen, not sure if any guys are in the group) I was banded today at 9:45am!!!! Feeling good just sore, shoulder pain from gas minimal but still annoying. Sorest spot is my port site but I feel like in a week I will feel much better. They gave me liquid hydrocodone for pain. Goodluck to all of you that have surgeries coming up!!!!!!!!!!

congrats!!

[tzn 0]

Hello Karena, I think it's more important to make sure you get your Protein in. Protein is what's going to help you heal. Try sipping on some Isopure the red punch one is really good. It has 40grams of protein in a 20oz bottle. I know 20oz. sounds like alot but, you can sip on it throughout the day. Also, take some liquid vitamins.. I think right now it's important to keep yourself well hydrated.

I wish I still had that fullness.. It's the swelling in your stomach that's not letting you take in that much.. I'm starting to get hungry.. I've also been drinking some Aloe Vera to help with the internal healing.. Good Luck..

Thanks Soco!! I am definately going to pick some of that Isopure up. I want to succeed at this but not make myself sick doing so. hugs to all !!

[jenna1979 0]

My surgery date has been set for September 22, 2009. I start my liquid diet on September 15th and im starting to get a little bit nervous. I am knew to this forum thing and am looking forward to getting advice and hearing everyones stories.

[kmfdmdaw 0]

I will be banded on Sept. 17 at Little Company of Mary Hospital in Evergreen Park, IL. I have my Pre-surgery education class on Sept. 11. I'm nervous and eating like crazy lately. I just hope this surgery will give me the tools to finally defeat my craving demons.

[romain123 0]

I think u are on the right track.. This site is wonderful and you will be supported all the way..

Good luck

[fatmom 0]

Will you please add me to the list? 9/14/09

Thanks!

Soco 9/01/09

Amandakrangel 9/1/09

Coloradomom (Gen) 9/1/09

ms_Hart37 9/1/09

mosean6278 09/01/09

katklaws 09/01/09

SmilinShel (Michelle) 09/01/09

Comet321 (Chris) 9/1/09

ivy76 9/02/09

Jmtmb (JoLynne ) 9/4/09

JLDChester(Jamie)9/4/09

Cortney75 (Cortney) 9/4/09

tzn (Karena) 9/8/09

mrsyellis (yohontas)9/08/09

amethyst_moonbowJules 09/09/09

Soldiersgem(ginna) 9/9/09

pr8453(Pam) 9/9/09

bradybrat 09/09/09

Ready4a2ndchance 9/09/09

Hmarko (helen) 9/11/09

stardustic 9/11/09

Nawlinzlady (Dee) 9/15/09

Anni80 (annie) 9/15/09

smallerj (jes) 9/16/09

Hardygostlin (Jody) 9/17/09

Loveslady(Tawonda) 9/17/09

Gatorgirl1024 (Shelley) 9/17/09

MishiB (Michelle) 9/17/09

BendyH (Brenda) 9/18/09

Sharie3 9/21/09

Pookiemp 9/23/2009

leigna 09/24/09

Chickychoo (Jill) 09/28/09

Kinzie 09/28/09

Soexcited 9/30/09

waynes6 9/30/09

[tzn 0]

Soco 9/01/09

Amandakrangel 9/1/09

Coloradomom (Gen) 9/1/09

ms_Hart37 9/1/09

mosean6278 09/01/09

katklaws 09/01/09

SmilinShel (Michelle) 09/01/09

Comet321 (Chris) 9/1/09

ivy76 9/02/09

Jmtmb (JoLynne ) 9/4/09

JLDChester(Jamie)9/4/09

Cortney75 (Cortney) 9/4/09

tzn (Karena) 9/8/09

mrsyellis (yohontas)9/08/09

amethyst_moonbowJules 09/09/09

Soldiersgem(ginna) 9/9/09

pr8453(Pam) 9/9/09

bradybrat 09/09/09

Ready4a2ndchance 9/09/09

Hmarko (helen) 9/11/09

stardustic 9/11/09

fatmom 9/14/09

Nawlinzlady (Dee) 9/15/09

Anni80 (annie) 9/15/09

smallerj (jes) 9/16/09

Hardygostlin (Jody) 9/17/09

Loveslady(Tawonda) 9/17/09

Gatorgirl1024 (Shelley) 9/17/09

MishiB (Michelle) 9/17/09

kmfdmdaw 9/17/09

BendyH (Brenda) 9/18/09

Sharie3 9/21/09

Pookiemp 9/23/2009

leigna 09/24/09

Chickychoo (Jill) 09/28/09

Kinzie 09/28/09

Soexcited 9/30/09

waynes6 9/30/09

[italia2020 0]

:w00t: Hello all, I am going to be banded on Sept. 21st. I am so excited and scared at the same time. I start my pre-op diet tomorrow. So today I am having whatever I want to eat. This will be the the last day that I am this fat. I can't wait to be healthy and happy!!!!

[Chapamar 0]

My Band Date is 9/23/09. Getting all geared up.

[AmandakRangel 0]

Hello 10bluetoes! Got the night before crazies yet?

My surgery today went as follows..

At hospital at 8am

had about 5 or 6 people in and out of my room before the

doc got there shortly after 9

once the doc left the wonderful man who gives out the calming coctails came back in and loaded me up, I don't even remember the trip to the OR. They are very kind over at Soutwest Surgical and helped my experience become not so scary after all. I was terrified going in but they made me feel at ease quickly!

by 11:30 I was awake, hit the xray machine and was back home by Noon. I live a block away so that helps.

I have been sipping Water all day, tried a shake, 2 sips and I was done.. for some reason its suddenly too sweet now. Tried chicken broth, tasted too savory, and I even tried a fat free popsicle.. gross even sweeter than the shake.

The nausea is horrible but they were nice enough to give a prescription of suppositories that even with insurance cost almost $70 bucks! My sister went to pick my my scripts and had I known it was that much I would have told her forget it. Yes I can be cheap at times. I guess I shouldn't complain though because my out of pocket for the entire surgery was only $277.

Oh yeah... tonight I puked , lots of dry heaves and a few tiny drops of water was all the reward I got for the horrifying experience.:w00t:. Don't get me wrong I would rather not have vomiting issues but dagnabit if you are going to make me feel like crap at least let enough progress happen to where the nausea is gone.

Apparantely my dr.. Dr. Snow out of Hurst is also starting to do the single incision procedure however he did not bless me with it.. I got all 5.

Bottom line, would I do it again? Heck yes I would :blushing:

I also had Dr. Snow. He also gave me the suppositories for nausea which were a wast eof money because I never had use them. He did the single incision on me, I don't know why he does it on some and not on others. How are you feeling? We should get together sometime? I am in Burleson.