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1st Pre-Op Apt with Surgeon - Today was my 4 week follow-up visit with my surgeon.  I had assumed I would get my 1st fill.  However, after a very rewarding and educational chat with the doc, I was sent away wit...

19 Days Post Op - I have lost 7-8 lbs since surgery, for a total of  26 lbs total since I started this journey.  I feel better, and so far I am off my blood pressure meds.  My BP dropped alarmingly ...

10 Days Post Op - Today I finished up my first week back at work.  I was able to get 31 hours in.  It was a rought start.  Monday I came home tired and barely able to concentrate.  Although I though...

6 Days Post Op - It's been 6 days post-op since my surgery for lapband.  I spent the weekend getting out of the house and walking around shopping centers and malls with my husband.  I was tired, bu...

Day One, I'm Home from hospital - Wow.  First of all, Karrie thankyou!  You are truly and angel from heaven.  I remember being in a semi conscious state and my husband taking your calls.  And to know you are on a b...

The night before surgery - My bag is packed.  I've checked off everything I'm suppose to bring.  I hope I sleep tonight!  I have to be at hospital at 6 am in the morning.  I'm at peace with my decision.  All...

The weekend before Monday's surgery - The liquid diet seems like it flew by.  It was hard to get use to it on day 1, but by day 2, I was adding fruit and ice and blenderizing it to a slush.  I could tolerate it then.  ...

Day 1 of the Liquid Diet - Today I started the liquid diet as I wait for my surgery.  I tried all 3 flavors, strawberry, chocolate, and vanilla.  I absolutely hated the chocolate.  Strawberry was tolerable. ...

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Insurance Approved! - My surgery date is March 8. Received a call from insurance this past week, and now I am set.  I'm so nervous but excited too.