jill1981

I drink regular coffee. My nutritionist said as long as I’m meeting my water intake for the day I can treat myself but not to replace water with my coffee. Enjoy

What a cool experience! First I was SO nervous and a little scared. I had mine done in radiology with my doctor and the radiologist. I got to see everything on the monitor. Both doctors were so gentle and the actual shot part was nothing more than a little pinch on my tummy however I would advise not to look at the needle but then again I’m one of those people that passes out getting my blood taken. It was really neat to see the barium after I swallowed it to go down to my band and pass on. As for the feeling of your band tighten, you can feel that just a little. No pain what so ever. Just feels like something giving your stomach a little hug were the band is. I have a 10cc band and had 3cc filled from surgery so now I had 1.5cc put in today for a total of 4.5cc. Hope this helps calm the minds of others going in for their first fill. GOOD LUCK EVERYONE!

Mytimetoshine: Congrats I'm so excited for us. I was so relieved that is was nothing to get a fill. As for liquids my doctor said soft foods and take it easy with eating chew chew chew. Dont you just love how all doctors are different. Anyways good luck! grandma13: It is crazy how little I eat compared to what i used to eat. My cousins kids 5 and 7 eat more than i do now lol. After the fill its not eating less its more of staying full longer. I'll keep you posted on things

I'm so happy you posted this. I have my first fill in a week and I'm very nervous! Your post has put me at ease some. I think its more of the unknown than anything. Thanks again and good luck it looks like your off to a great start already. Jill

I'm 3 weeks post opt and loving my band but wondering when I can start jogging/running again? Still a little sore on my left side. Also I get kind of crampy on my left side while driving in the car for over 20 minutes. when will that stop. Thanks for any help! best of luck to everyone Jill

LOL I do the same thing. non stop adjusting on my car rides to work. Glad to know it only lasted about 5 to 6 weeks for you. Hopefully I’ll be in that category too thanks for the help!!!

sometimes you have to find your O spot on your own so you can get there with your partner. Its like practicing for the big game good luck

I'm scheduled for March 26th. Go March Bansters!!! I really hope the time flys by and to those getting banded before me BEST of luck to you! we can do it