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That's what I'm talking about! That's a great NSV! (Bonus embarrassing the kiddos!)

The swelling from surgery is going down so you are starting to feel hungry. I remember this so very well, I think about this time I called my doctor begging for real food, but he said no. All doctors are different. Give your doctor a call and see what they say. You are still healing so be prepare for the answer to be no. This stage is not fun, but the good new is it's not forever. You can make it through this and it will be worth it. Call your doctor & see. Good luck to you.

Give it time. If you just got the fill yesterday give your band a chance to settle.

You can calculate it: http://www.bmi-calculator.net/

Death of a Child – Words of Sympathy Sorry I didn’t get to stay. To laugh and run and play. To be there by your side. I’m sorry that I had to die. God sent me down to be with you, to make your loving heart anew. To help you look up and see Both God and little me. Mommy, I wish I could stay. Just like I heard you pray. But, all the angels did cry when they told little me goodbye. God didn’t take me cause He’s mad. He didn’t send me to make you sad. But to give us both a chance to be a love so precious .. don’t you see? Up here no trouble do I see and the pretty angels sing to me. The streets of gold is where I play you’ll come here too, mommy, someday. Until the day you join me here, I’ll love you mommy, dear. Each breeze you feel and see, brings love and a kiss from me. ( by Sandy Eakle)

It's all about listening to your band. if I hadn't stopped when I got the soft stop warning, well it would of been a lot worse. & I respect her and will do liquids for the evening. I'll be back on track tomorrow. Rose will be blooming!

Congratulations, you look fabulous! Love reading successes like this.

Wear those pants a bunch cause they will be falling off you before you know it! Great NSV!!!!

I love chocolate & if I have a chocolate craving I have it. One small piece, I let it melt in my mouth and I am satisfied. If I crave something, I have it, one piece will satisfy me and the craving goes away. I don't believe in anything being off limits. It's a lifestyle, not a diet (for me)!

Thoughts & prayers from TX. Eyes of Texas are weeping!

Drinking while eating is one of those issues that is debated like crazy. My doctor agrees with Dr. O (TMF Video). If you are on a liquid diet you can drink while eating....it's all liquid. lol

I had an office lunch to attend. Took my broth... Not fun but I managed.

No throwing up here. I also keep my band on the loose end of the green zone. Its worked well for me. Nervousness is normal, I would be concerned if you weren't! Enjoy the journey, it's worth it!

Congratulations. I am down to 1 bp med myself. Was taking 3 diff meds 10 months ago. Keep up the great job!

I have been banded for 10 months and have the restriction I like. I can gulp water. Now if I gulp water took fast I feel it heavy on my chest, my band gurgles and I have to wait for the water to pass through before taking another drink. If I continue to drink it wont go down.... This doesn't happen often but it happens. I listen to my band and don;t push it. So to answer your question no you don't always have to sip super slowly. You have to learn what works for you & your band.

I mean the standard 3 meals a day may not work for you and if you try to stick to it and don't you feel like you failed.... It becomes a diet that you can't follow. I failed at every diet I tried before getting my band. Once I was banded I changed my way of eating (my lifestyle). I eat Protein first when I'm hungry. That is what works for me. It may not work for everyone, but it does for me. When I say you I mean you in a general term, not you specifically. Just want to clarify.

I always eat when I'm hungry. Some days it's 3 meals & 1 snack, some days 3 meals & 2 Snacks some days it's eating every 2 hours... but I always try to stick to 1200 cal per day. I have done this throughout my 10 month journey & lost almost 75 pounds. Is this the "right way"? It is for me. I say find what works for you and stick to it. Make it a lifestyle that you can live with because if you have a hard time with a standard meal plan you have a higher chance of failure. Just because the "average" is 3 meals a day & 1 snack doesn't mean that will work for you. That is my 2 cents!

Yep see I just liked your post, lol!

Anything & everything can effect the band and it is different for each of use. My band keeps me on my toes....I never know what each day will bring. I like my band looser rather than tighter and I have gotten unfills before for the very reason you mention. If you are uncomfortable call you doctor and have a little take out. You can always put it back in a few weeks. That is what I would do. Best wishes & bee warm!!

Yea, I PM'd him cause my LIKE button quit working yesterday & today it works beautifully (& he says the did nothing....)

The band was the best choice for me. I researched all WLS and picked the band because it was less Invasive. The band does require a lot of after care, but I like that part too. I like checking in with my doctor, it keeps me on track. You will read success & failure stories with both the band and the sleeve. Both procedures are good and work if the patient does their part. Good luck with your decision. Not sure if I helped any. Bee well.