Any one else having surgery on 2/5 at Norton's? And, Dr.Allen pts-what are his diet plans?

I'm having lap band by Dr. Allen at Nortons on 2/5? Is anyone else joining me that day? Also, if you've had surgery by Dr. Allen, what are his diet regs. after the surgey (i.e. how many days/weeks of liquids before and after, how long on mushies, how long until solids)? I go next Thursday and I'll find all of this out then, but I'm curious now. Thanks. Karen, Owensboro

Karen, I am a patient of Dr. Allen's. I had Lap-Band put in on Dec. 5th. His diet plan is pretty much the same as everyone else's. The night before surgery -- no eat or drink after midnight. You don't even have to do a bowel prep!! YEA!! ha ha Then, the day after surgery, it's strictly clear liquids. Then, you go on a liquid diet for two weeks. He will want you to schedule a two week post-op visit so that he can check on you. I had already lost 21 lbs. my first two weeks! Then, you do mushies for two weeks. Then, you start adding regular foods during the fifth week. I've been having a lot of trouble eating some foods. And, my band isn't even filled yet! The sixth week, you will go back to see Dr. Allen for your first fill. I have my first fill on Jan. 18th (Thursday). I'm guessing I have already lost around 30 lbs. The reason I say AROUND is; my scale isn't reliable. Sometimes it says I weigh the same during all day and night. So, I know that can't be right! I never know what I really weigh. But, that makes it a surprise. As long as the numbers on the scale are going down or staying the same, I'm good!! ha ha Well, I hope I have helped. If you have any more questions, please feel free to send me an e-mail. I'll help out all I can. We will do this thing together!! Sharee [email protected]

Dear Sharee- I was sooooo excited to get your message. That is just what I needed to know. I'd love to know what liquids and mushies and protein powder you have and are eating and also what quantities. Also, how much water are you drinking? I love water and I drink a lot but now I drink a full glass all at one time. I know that will change too. Thanks for taking the time to tell me everything! It really helps my nerves!!! And, a big congratulations on your weight loss. I can't wait to be able to say the same thing! Karen, Owensboro