yellowrose88

I was banded 2/3/12 and I would do it again. I follow the instructions the doc gave me and I am very happy.

Just follow your docs orders. Every doc is different.

I have never ran before either. It is not as hard as you think. I am doing the treadmill version and I've had to push myself not to give up. Good luck and keep me posted.

You could be right about the dehydrations. Remember to drink throughout the day.

I just completed the first week c25k and starting my second week tomorrow. You can add me down if you would like.

I am new to this challenge! Name, real or screen~ Yellowrose88 Goal weight for May 31st~ to follow after tomorrows appt Weight on May 1st~ to follow after tomorrows appt Age~ 41 Dietary goal for May~ to eat more fish Exercise goal for May~ staying on track - Couch tio 5k Personal goal for May Date banded~ Feb 3, 2012 Total weight loss since banding/pre op diet~ to follow after tomorrows appt What is your favorite flower~ Yellow Rose

I do lettuce wraps instead of a tortilla. My doc stated no bread of any king and I haven't tried and I don't miss it.

I use to drink coffee every morning but since surgery I cannot drink it during the work week. I have only been drinking on the weekend. Weird...

I kept myself busy! I just try and keep my mind off of food. My husband did the cooking while I was unable to eat and it helped me a lot. Good luck and hang in there. Pure will power during this time but you are on the right track and keep up the good work.

Hang in there. Glad to hear you are feeling better. Remember we have all been there with you. It is hard and right now it is all about self control. Please make sure you are drinking plenty of water.

Does the hiccup happen when you are eating? If so this is a sign to stop and put your fork down.

You need to take a deep breath and step back for a minute. Remind yourself why you are getting this surgery. You are getting this tool to have a healthier life and body. Don't let others talk you out of this if this is really what you want. Good luck!

Ice is best for your tummy. You will start feeling better in a couple of days. Hang in there.

Jess I can feel mine with a big stretch. Have you had a fill yet? Wait until you get a feel. It was the weirdest sensation.

AWESOME! Happy for you! Keep up the good work!

I am assuming you worried about having a BM? Yes this is normal because you are consuming nothing but liquid. As long as don't feel constipated you should be fine. If you do feel this way you can drink some smooth move tea or take a laxative. Good luck.

Congrat and welcome to the other side.

You will feel a pinch and them some pressure and then it is over. I was really nervous the first time too. You will be fine. Good luck!

I can feel mine with my hand. It doen'st bother me from sleeping on my stomach or side. It did take about a month post op before I could.

another good workout complete!

I only eat three meals a day and my last visit with the doc I told him between lunch and dinner is the worse. I usually eat lunch at 11:30 and by the time I get home I am really hungry. He told me to have a snack to hold me over until dinner. I don't need a snack everyday but there are days where I do so. I eat something healthy.

Who told you you didn't qualify? I was a self-pay and didn't have any co-morbidities and my bmi was 39.1.

You need to insert the bbcode.

Congrats!

The temp card came with some documentation to request perm one. I just logged onto the website and requested.