Nicki823

All of my vitamins are VitaFusion gummies. I take multis, calcium + D3, omega 3, B12, vit C. I also take Biotin caps. My nutritionist recommended the gummies to me after a bad experience with the chewable forms. The only real difference between the gummies and the chewables, are the calories and the ability to swallow without a near death experience! LOL!

I just started this morning! It was so great. I actually thought I didn't work hard enough until I won't shopping with my sister and my legs felt like lead! LOL! Back on the exercise train in the morning! Stay with it and keep us posted!

WHOO HOO! Go girl! It's ya birthday! Party like it's ya birthday! Celebrate it ALL! You've earned it!

I use the Syntrax Nectar Medical Unflavored. I mix it with water and a shaker/mix-in packet (think Crystal Light), or fruit and at juice. I could never tolerate the premixed ones or the standard flavors. I have mine re-packaged in individual food supply packets. Message me for details.

Feel free to add me! I just put the app on my new phone and got the barcode scanner! Love it! Thecheermom823

5daypouchtest.com This will give you all the info you need. ;D

Just don't give up! I will be starting the 5-day pouch test on Tuesday. Join me?! It will give us a chance to vent to each other and to get back on track as a team! Let me know!

Well, I am in a hell of my own creation. I was banded on March 23, 2012 and so far I have lost a moderate amount of weight. Everything started out great. I was gung-ho about everything and watching every bit of food that I ate. The past month and a half have proven to be a test of will, and I'm losing! We have had a death in the family, one of our troubled kids went on a bender and stole a car, one of our family soldiers was MIA for 2 weeks in Afghanistan, my car took a dump and I still have be MOM! I have to take my daughter to basketball practice, volleyball practice and have my one year old in tow. I take Photog gigs as they come and still have to get food on the table. I am at my wit's end. I have not been able to get any real exercise in for weeks. All I can think about at this point is how much I'd like to get back on my skates and back on the derby track, or in a pool doing laps! I ACTUALLY MISS MY EXERCISE!!! Not having some sort of release everyday is taking it's toll. How do you guys keep up with your hectic lives and still manage to be compliant? Thanks in advance for your comments and responses! Nicki823

I have so many allergies it's rediculous! I mix my protein in water with a Crystal Light mixer, chicken broth if it's not too hot or some juices. Any other protein I get is from meats so I don't have any reactions!

Agreed, C25K!

Going to have to try this...

I like the Syntrax Nectar Unflavored Medical. There is no taste and it blends well with everything. I buy it on amazon and the shipping is fast.

CONGRATS!!!

I'm also 2 months out, and the itching does get better. My doctor says it's your tissue getting accustomed to having a foreign object in it. just try not to scratch! hard right?! Rub if you have too, my daughter saw me absently scratching and smacked my hand! Hilarious! Just be mindful of the scratching and you'll be fine.

Ok... So I haven't been on for some time. I have been doing fairly well, all the way up to this week. I have been making horrible choices for the last 2 days. Yesterday, I only had protein with dinner! Everything else was a poor choice. The funny part is, that it was just due to laziness. I didn't feel like cooking, so I didn't. Whoo hoo! Way to stick to the plan right? I need to exercise! Trying to stick to my doctor's orders and not doing anything until May 5th is killing me! Even heavy, I am an active person. I guess I'm just a little depressed that I can't do anything REAL. My activities prior to the surgery included zumba, bellydance, roller skating, stroller skating and roller derby! I miss my sports and dancing! Ok, pity party, table for 1 please! Done now.

Hey ALL! I am finally in the 230's!!! My official weigh-in isn't until Friday, But I had to jump on the scale today. SO excited!

Hey all! Had my post-op today! Doc says everything is fantastic. Incisions are healing fabulously and he was surprised that I had only taken one dose of the Lortab! I am down a total of 16lbs since surgery day... LOVE IT! Still have not been approved for exercise, with the exception of walking and light weights for my arms. I want to run, skate and dance dang it! I don't want to just walk! For the love of all things holy, this is going to drive me nuts!!!

Judy, it's just the pre made stuff. Nothing special.

I do. My baby thinks it's funny!

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I keep forgeting you're an Aussie! I know when I visit, I take my travel jello, applesauce and a baggie with my unflavored protein powder. My mom means well, but I'm not at the baked fish stage yet, or the baked potato, or the salad..... Not yet anyways! I actually got the ok to have purees and mushies today, but my trip to the store made for for liquid purchases. I'm just not that hungry. My first follow-up appointment is on Monday, so we'll se what my doc says about it.

I recommend them for times when you're in a pinch. My tummy started growling so loud for parent conferences that you would've thought there was a lion in the room!. Drank half of it really quick and it quieted almost immediately. My daughter's teacher looked like his eyes were going to jump out! it was hilarious! I almost fell out of the chair laughing so hard!. It takes care of the hunger quickly and lasts for about 2 hours!

Hey Judych and Yvonne74! The protein shots are from NewWhey, they contain 42g of protein each and are about 4oz. They kind of taste like funny cool-aid or a not too sweet jolly rancher. I have had them, but i have to dilute half in about 4-6oz of water and add ice. They sell them at costco for $19.97 for a box of 15 assorted flavors. They are quite good for those bad days when you can't handle a regular protein drink!

If your pain isn't better with pain meds, it sounds like gas! Try a couple of Gas X and see if it helps. I had it so bad one night, my daughter said she could hear the bubbles in my back! Gas X is still my friend! Hope that helps and feel better soon! Remember, it will all be worth it! Nicki

Hi Ladies! I was banded on 3/23/12 as well! I am also a single mom, but I have a wonderful 14 year old to help me with my 18 month old. I reacted badly to the anesthesia and spent most of the day in recovery. My surgery was at 9am and I didn't come to until almost 3. Well, here I am and it's tuesday and I only feel minor pain in my incisions. No more gas and no pain meds. liquids until Friday , then soft/mushy after that. I can't wait for soft boiled egg whites! lol Keep me posted on your progress ladies!