justathought Posted May 25, 2009 Report Share Posted May 25, 2009 I've been reading this forum ever since deciding to do the surgery, earlier this month. Feel like I found the perfect place to do this, and it was serendipitous. Drove down from LA and am checked in just waiting for the big day in the morning. This site has been so great with information, from packing, traveling, what to stock up on to have at home when I return and just plain settling nerves. Decided not to tell anyone but my niece and my best friend who lives in NYC, so no one local. Felt like I was sneaking across the border to do something illicit - added to the excitement. Can't wait for tomorrow, to just have it over and be "banded". Thanks for all your help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lisa1978 Posted May 25, 2009 Report Share Posted May 25, 2009 I was Banded there on Thursday everything went perfect! Good luck Tomorrow! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robbynnoel Posted May 25, 2009 Report Share Posted May 25, 2009 I've been reading this forum ever since deciding to do the surgery, earlier this month. Feel like I found the perfect place to do this, and it was serendipitous. Drove down from LA and am checked in just waiting for the big day in the morning. This site has been so great with information, from packing, traveling, what to stock up on to have at home when I return and just plain settling nerves.Decided not to tell anyone but my niece and my best friend who lives in NYC, so no one local. Felt like I was sneaking across the border to do something illicit - added to the excitement. Can't wait for tomorrow, to just have it over and be "banded". Thanks for all your help. ((((((((((((((((((Justathought))))))))))))))))) Hugs. The staff is wonderful. I was just banded (I arrived home today). Send us a post tomorrow night so we know how everything went. xo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robbynnoel Posted May 25, 2009 Report Share Posted May 25, 2009 I was Banded there on Thursday everything went perfect! Good luck Tomorrow! (((((((((((((((((((Lisa))))))))))))))))))) Hugs. We must have just missed each other. I had my pre ops on Thursday and surgery on Friday. How are you feeling? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lisa1978 Posted May 27, 2009 Report Share Posted May 27, 2009 (((((((((((((((((((Lisa)))))))))))))))))))Hugs. We must have just missed each other. I had my pre ops on Thursday and surgery on Friday. How are you feeling? I had My Band on the 21st! I went home that night! I mean home to Santa Barbara! I feel great! Post op day 1-5 was a drag I had the Mental hunger BIG TIME! but i lost 10lbs already! I wish I would have connected with other Banders but my Hunny had to get back to work. I felt I would be ok and I was! How are you doing? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robbynnoel Posted May 27, 2009 Report Share Posted May 27, 2009 I had My Band on the 21st! I went home that night! I mean home to Santa Barbara! I feel great! Post op day 1-5 was a drag I had the Mental hunger BIG TIME! but i lost 10lbs already! I wish I would have connected with other Banders but my Hunny had to get back to work. I felt I would be ok and I was! How are you doing? ((((((((((((((((Lisa))))))))))))))))) I'm doing okay. My OCC paper work said I could start milks as early as day 4 and creamy soups as early as day 6. I haven't "yet" but mentally I'm getting close. I keep my beverages in expresso mugs and just keep telling myself "Princess Sips". I've been able to sleep on my right side 2 days ago and my left side last night. I'm feeling better and better. I think the hardest stretch will be when I have introduced myself to milk and creamy soups and there is nothing else to introduce into the program until the 21 days are over. xo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shiney42 Posted May 28, 2009 Report Share Posted May 28, 2009 I've been reading this forum ever since deciding to do the surgery, earlier this month. Feel like I found the perfect place to do this, and it was serendipitous. Drove down from LA and am checked in just waiting for the big day in the morning. This site has been so great with information, from packing, traveling, what to stock up on to have at home when I return and just plain settling nerves.Decided not to tell anyone but my niece and my best friend who lives in NYC, so no one local. Felt like I was sneaking across the border to do something illicit - added to the excitement. Can't wait for tomorrow, to just have it over and be "banded". Thanks for all your help. More power to you! Ya gotta do what ya gotta do................... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shiney42 Posted May 28, 2009 Report Share Posted May 28, 2009 enjoy your time there- you'll love it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MyNewLife Posted May 28, 2009 Report Share Posted May 28, 2009 Justed want to say good luck to you and welcome. You are right, this is a great place! Carrie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alia Posted May 29, 2009 Report Share Posted May 29, 2009 I've been reading this forum ever since deciding to do the surgery, earlier this month. Feel like I found the perfect place to do this, and it was serendipitous. Drove down from LA and am checked in just waiting for the big day in the morning. This site has been so great with information, from packing, traveling, what to stock up on to have at home when I return and just plain settling nerves.Decided not to tell anyone but my niece and my best friend who lives in NYC, so no one local. Felt like I was sneaking across the border to do something illicit - added to the excitement. Can't wait for tomorrow, to just have it over and be "banded". Thanks for all your help. Congratulations to you! I hope to be in your shoes within the next nine months- please keep us updated on your progress. PS... some of us are interested in number crunching for this surgery, so anything you want to share about your costs and experiences is much appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arianna Posted May 29, 2009 Report Share Posted May 29, 2009 How exciting for you! I'm sure you're all nerves right now, but relax, everything will be fine and you'll be BANDED in no time. Good luck and we'll all be thinking of you. keep us posted. Hugs, Arianna Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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