woodie83

I had no idea they put in that much for the first fill:/ Eek! It's so exciting to hop on the scale and see the numbers go down!!! To "Weighty Wagey" that needle may be big but I had little to no discomfort. They numb'd the area up with lidocaine and that was the only discofort I had.

AWESOME!!!! Keep it going girl!!!

I also do the Flinstone vitamins and I am not over the age of 50. I really would like to switch to gummies but doesn't look like thats going to happen. How are you eating? I am only a week out but do not feel much restriction....at all! I dropped weight faster a few weeks following the surgery. People at work would ask me how are you losing so much weight, "don't eat" lol!! Happy Healing!!!

Way to go you!!! Day 3 and back to work regardless of your work level, even sitting was hard for me on day 3. I either slept or was uncomfortable. I have to be on the liquid diet for 2 weeks....yuck!! I am ready for some meat!!!!!

Today is a much better day after having surgery Tuesday but yes it is slow. I tried the gas ex yesterday evening...oh give it time and it will work!! lol I am not getting to far away from the house today, thats for sure. How is your pain? Did you think you should be getting around better by now or is this what you expexted? Good Luck!! I guess its something we muct take day by day:)

I was sure I had made the biggest mistake ever the first few days. Now every hour is getting a little better. I made the mistake and compared this to a c-section....difference is there is no little baby to hold and cuddle and love. Instead I traded it for a pillow and lots of sleep. I always complain that I am the only one to do the laundry, clean house and other house hold chores; I have learned during this thats the way I like things to be. I feel so useless around the house and I am lucky to have a great supportive husband to help me out. HORMONES!!! Thats really what it all comes down to!! The gas pain is what I expected and I had to go to the doctor on day 2 to get any pressure and left over fluid out of my band because of the tightness. What a big relief!! Today is the first day I am trying my post op diet which has went okay but still hard to get adjusted to eating again, even pudding is a challange:/ But things are getting better day by day so please continue any prayers, they are still needed!!!

The time is getting closer ever time I glance at the clock!! I can't believe 8 months ago I sat in a seminar thinking I would get this surgery done without a problem. 8 months later and 3rd letter from insurance I am finally at the OR's door steps (or close enough). I am going in for surgery on Tuesday April 24th (not to mention I am down 17 lbs). My big fears: gas pain...I told my doctor "as little gas as possible" lol another fear is praying my liver is small enough. After 10 days on a liquid diet and only "cheating" twice on day 2 and 6, I have my fingers crossed! Other then that I know I will miss a few things. Gorging myself with sweet and sour chicken and greens. I love every veg that is green (minus brusel sprouts...gag) But other then that I have came to terms and am really proud of myself for coming this far! Wish me luck and pray for "the girl named Woodie"!! Thanks

Good Luck first and for most!!! I have surgery tuesday and it is a life change already being on the liquid diet. I know I have alot more to learn and work on but yes this blog is a huge support. I wish you the best of luck and just know as women we can accomplish anything we want to!!! Hats off to you:)

I am so ready to have this surgery, get past the liquid phase (again) and eat something else! I am pretty satisfied with the liquid diet, meaning it isn't as bad as I thought but I am just anxious I think to get moving with it all. I am down 14 lbs so far but is has slowed down a little, about a pound every 2-3 days now. Surgery is Tuesday and I can't wait!! I will be fine and I am putting it all in God's hands now:)

Day two of the Liguid diet and I have to admit I have already cheated. Garlic cloves are a weakness!! Had about 8 cloves and some onion slices. Candy is not my weakness, thank goodness but I have to be strong. I was a little weak yesterday but I had such a big day. To top it all off I had a "31 Party" (may I add I did awesome) then I had to go to work for a few hours. Today my stomach is hungry but I am fighting through it. I put rubberbands on my bottled water so I can keep track of how many bottles I drink. Seems to be a good system for me considering I can't remember

Love the feedback....Please keep er comin'!! I am so excited but as the days near the ridicule from some is amazing. I am still sticking to my guns and staying strong! I understand people are concerned but if they would only realize how excited I am to be able to except a girls day to the beach with the kidos, or go to a waterpark and not be scared to wear a bathingsuit, then they would get it! I am super super excited to take on this challenge, with or without their support. Thats why this blog it nice to be a part of...support is great! Thanks for your comment!!

I am 19 days out til surgery. A tad nervous but really am ready for a challange. I have my preop appt Friday and am super excited to get a few steps closer. I have done a liquid diet the past two days to lose 6 lbs I wanted to lose (to get to my seminar weight). I am dreading the liquid diet for 10 days but I have a great support system. Even some girls at work are going to do it with me, not sure they will last 10 days but its such a help that people are supportive . I think being part of a blog is great. I have been reading for the past week and have learned alot from others experences. I have trouble thinking of more protein ideas......any simple ideas anyone? or websites?