Aussie Newbie

Mickey_1969 · 03-29-2007, 06:48 PM

Hi everyone :)

My name is Lisa. I'm 37, Married and I live in a small country town in Queensland Australia. I did a lot of research into the LAP-BAND® and it's effects before deciding it was for me. I was banded on the 21st March 2007. So far things are going well. I recovered fast and feel fantastic.

My reasons for being banded were not only to look and feel better but to ensure I'm around for my grandkids. I already have a granddaughter Sophie who is fast reaching 2 years old. But I also have 2 younger boys aged 11 and 4. I want to be around to see their children.

Starting this I was 136.2 kg and on day 9 I'm 128.4 kg. I'm almost over the liquid stage THANK GOD and will soon move along to the next. I'm looking at this as one very big exciting life changing adventure. I'm on my way!:p

elizajo · 03-29-2007, 11:19 PM

Hi Lisa,
I have not had the surgery but I am scheduled for the 11th of April. I too am married and have 3 kids and 6 grandkids and 2 more on the way. 2 is such a wonderful age especially girls, mine already picks out her wardrobe. But they are quick at this age and running after her will be easier without the extra weight. My grandson lives with me and goes to kindergarden, such fun. Anyway congrats on your surgery and I hope my recovery will be the same. Did you do a pre-op diet before your surgery?
:welcomeB:

Mickey_1969 · 03-29-2007, 11:25 PM

Hi Jo,
I was advised to do a Optifast diet for 2 weeks before the banding, which I did, the doctor told me it was to do with making your liver smaller so they can shift it in the operation to get the band on your stomach. Must have worked at mine's on lol

I'm sure you will do just fine with the operation. For me it was relatively painless. I've had 3 c-sections so maybe I'm seasoned or something lol

Please let me know how you get on and feel free to ask me any questions or just talk about any feelings about your op you might have.
Take care
Lisa

elizajo · 03-29-2007, 11:35 PM

Hi Lisa,
I am starting a liquid diet on monday and my Dr only requested me to go on liquids the day before. But I figure start a week early and shrink that liver. Who knows I might lose a few pounds before too. Which would be wonderful !!
I am sure I wll think of a few questions....Have a great afternoon...it's saturday for U? Talk to you soon

Mickey_1969 · 03-29-2007, 11:42 PM

HI Jo,

My doc said that even a few kilo's makes a huge difference during the op so good on you girl!!!
It's Friday afternoon here, 1.45pm
Talk soon
Lisa

Dina69 · 03-30-2007, 07:55 PM

Hello ladies,
I did the 14 day pre-op diet consisting only protein and veggies! I was just banded Monday 3/26, as of today I have lost 22pds. The Doc said a high protein diet will shrink the liver and is better for recovery! Best of luck to all!

Mickey_1969 · 03-30-2007, 10:34 PM

Hi Diane,

That's awesome girl, 10kg's you've lost is a real credit to you. This is a fantastic and exciting path we're headed down. Can't wait to see us at the bottom of that path, good luck!!!
Lisa