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Date set: July 11th - any other July banders?
sprinkle715 replied to aviva1979's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Oh that sounds interesting! I'm a teacher so we both are aware of education and changes and such I bet! Well I'm glad u get to work from home. It will be good to get your head into something and distract you for a while. -
Date set: July 11th - any other July banders?
sprinkle715 replied to aviva1979's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm super short so the high bed was a problem for me. I do t think I have incision pain mine is just internal soreness and gas. That's great though you are walking more. What do you do, it's great you can work from home -
You'll do great Aviva what do you do that you work from home that's fantastic! I think ill go back Tuesday for the 4 hours I need the money not working is making me stress about bills in the beginning of August
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My moms bed is super high so my dad found a step stool so I used that to get on and omg totally worth it i use headboard and walker arms to help me get up. The relief I have on my back is incredible I feel all my muscles finally stretching try to find a step stool or even a cinder block to step up onto.
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Date set: July 11th - any other July banders?
sprinkle715 replied to aviva1979's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I made it upstairs to my parents bed!! It's way cooler up here with the central air and its so nice to be laying more flat on a soft bed. I have been on a chaise lounge which was arched like a hospital bed. It was kinda hard but it was low to the ground and close to bathroom and I was Able to watch the large tv! Huge accomplishment today. Showered and in a comfy bed I'm walking tonight too on long beach island! Hoping Tuesday ill be ready for my 4 hour work day. -
Date set: July 11th - any other July banders?
sprinkle715 replied to aviva1979's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I bought the ninja chopper. I have a ninja blender at my apartment it's like a 150 dollar machine it's incredible. The ninja chopper I found at Walmart for 17 bucks and it chops and purées fruit Nd vegetables. I haven't used it but. Friend of mine had lap band in October and she used it. Two weeks after surgery she started to get hungry Nd cooking for her family. She started to cut chicken very small and broccoli and put it in chopper with chicken broth and she said it was delicious. She said T first it was weird having puréed chicken but she said it tasted the same and was delicious. I haven't had meet in about a week and wouldn't mind chicken lol I'm going to wait a few more days though before I switch to mushy foods. She also said instant box mashed potatoes were a lifesaver. She lost 70 lbs so far. I don't think I can eat baby food! Ill stick with sugar free apple sauce and mashed potatoes. Also before pre op I found these drinks called naked. It's all fruits and veggies blended Nd organic . It's yummy and fills u up. Also v8 I believe has a fruit smoothie that's good. -
Date set: July 11th - any other July banders?
sprinkle715 replied to aviva1979's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
When can we swim? -
Date set: July 11th - any other July banders?
sprinkle715 replied to aviva1979's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Oh okay rmbk I'm glad we areose in age. I may walk around bay village today which is a small shopping areas at night time. It's on the Island so it will be nice and cool at night. I still am taking my pain meds they help me walk and move because I still have gas. Those of you that are passed all that I'm so jealous but my gas is 1000 times better than it was. I also haven't iced my incisions. I don't know if they are sore I refuse to touch them. And I'm afraid the coldness will irritate then. I just hate touching boo boos if they don't hurt. -
Date set: July 11th - any other July banders?
sprinkle715 replied to aviva1979's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Rmbk what day did u have surgery and where r u goin? Are u driving? How are your other symptoms? Sorry I'm asking a lot of you.. I get excited when I hear from new people. You seem young in your photo do you mind telling me your age I'm 25. -
Date set: July 11th - any other July banders?
sprinkle715 replied to aviva1979's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
It's okay kbush no one took it as the site wasn't good, or not for you, or not as good etc... This site has thousands of people and we get instant feedback and we need that because we r healing and comparing our symptoms. This site is easy to click on and read. The fb I am part of I just see later on me checking in on the site because in regular daily life I check fb regularly as I have that app as well. I will still keep this app for sure. I love it and all the ladies on here. I'm so glad ur doin well kbush I was worried about your trip. You seem to be a day ahead of me with healing symptoms! -
I'm so happy u r feeling that well... Are u sleeping in a bed? I been on a chaise loung cause its low to the ground so it's easier to get in and out of. My mom sleeps on the couch with the TV on. My back is starting to hurt and also the tv is driving me nuts because it keeps me up. I'm afraid if I lay in a bed I won't be able to get up
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newbie, day 2 of pre op diet x
sprinkle715 replied to loumanc82's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Loumanc just checked out your pics when were those then? Mine looks similar, also what say r u on I'm about to start day four post op had surgery July 11. Gas has been insane but finally started to pass gas and burp yesterday which was fantastic! -
How soon does surgery happends after approval lfrom. Indurances
sprinkle715 replied to cary007's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My consultation was may 8th I think and that same day they have me a surgery date if I went and did all the other doctors for clearance. They told me that day I need to see a pulminologist, cardiologists, gastrolohist, psychiatrist, and go back to gastro for a endoscopy test. I also had to attend two nutrition classes that went over pre and post diet and how to properly chew etc after surgery. I was lucky because there was a medical building that had all thee docs (pulm, cardio, gastro) that all accepted my insurance and I saw all three in one day. Good luck! -
Date set: July 11th - any other July banders?
sprinkle715 replied to aviva1979's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I can't remember her exact name it was long she comments every now and then but it's a fb private group that people r on that have it or having it and saw thing as here has advice and stories Etc. this is much more open and quick with responses but I think down the line it will be easier to communicate and check in with each other because I check my fb a lot. I'm on here cause I'm in pain and checkin in with everyone to compare and see how everyone is feeling on here. I slept for 3 hours really good and woke up with a lot of tooting. Once I'm done ill go back -
Date set: July 11th - any other July banders?
sprinkle715 replied to aviva1979's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Cxy..... Did a great job putting it together and I could see myself using that more often in the future ... Sorry last response sent too soon! -
Date set: July 11th - any other July banders?
sprinkle715 replied to aviva1979's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
The fb site has info as well that's great this is fantastic now though. I think we r looking for relief right now and this site is perfect. Weeks from now though I know fb will be easier I'm sure. I really hope we all still communicate. You ladies are what got me through the harder thing in my life coco -
Date set: July 11th - any other July banders?
sprinkle715 replied to aviva1979's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Omg the has strips was phenomenal! I have been farting and burping and can finally breathe normal! I took about 4 and they were the best thing ever I wish I took them sooner. I am also on clear liquids but my doctor did say some people get an appetite and start to crave variety. I had broth and water and pops but today I also had tomato soup watered down with my pills crushed in it And it was fine. My doc said they also try to have people do clear cause if I have tomato soup (red in color) Nd throw up and it red they don't know if its blood or not. He even said the same for red pops he said stay away from red Nd darker colors at first cause if I get sick it might be harder to tell why. The tomato Soup satisfied me and I felt good about it. Small sips and was great. I also had my mom pour the soup through a small strainer just in case. Karen I know has cream of mushroom or chicken that was puréed heavily and strained and she enjoyed it. I also saw some people had eggs and instant box mashed potatoes. It's all how you feel my doc said. Don't push it and if u feel discomfort stop. Now that I finally burped and farted a lot I was able to have an Italian ice. Anything cold bothered me cause I felt it in my chest and thought it was due to surgery but once I burped a lot I ate and was much more comfortable. I highly highly recommend the gas x strips cause like I said after having 4 of them I was letting lose and I feel tons better! I am excited to see how I feel tomorrow. Wish you all well and a comfortable night and may we all wake up with much less Pain and more positive feelings! Good night my skinny angels!!!! -
Date set: July 11th - any other July banders?
sprinkle715 replied to aviva1979's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Gonna take it!!' Thnks girl -
Date set: July 11th - any other July banders?
sprinkle715 replied to aviva1979's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Wait I bought gas x because unheard it was good then someone said gas x is a big no no cause it will make me not fart and burp.... What do I do ladies I need a lot of input I am still in a decent amount if pain and discomfort due to gas -
Date set: July 11th - any other July banders?
sprinkle715 replied to aviva1979's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Wait I bought gas x because unheard it was good then someone said gas x is a big no no cause it will make me not fart and burp.... What do I do ladies I need a lot of input I am still in a decent amount if pain and discomfort due to gas -
Date set: July 11th - any other July banders?
sprinkle715 replied to aviva1979's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Only tooted a few times .. I'm sitting with my knees up which helps move it out I think and also feels great on my back to stretch the opposite way for once. I feel better mentally because I did get something besides broth in me and also took some vitamins. Ill go for protein tomorrow and I plan to walk more tomorrow and hopefully be gas free or close to gas free. I have an unground pool and walk round it like 4 times and do laps in my house through family room, den, kitchen and way... I think I have been walking enough... Heating pad and ear plugs are still my best friends. How does everyone else feel? Oh and still taking my dads pain meds I took mine today and doubled up I was only told 1 Tylenol codine every 5 hours so I took 2 and I was still in pain. Idk why some doctors want people to suffer. I find it cruel -
Date set: July 11th - any other July banders?
sprinkle715 replied to aviva1979's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Had some soup and crushed up my calcium and vitamin d pill and sprinkled it in there. Also had a multi vitamin gummy so I feel even though I couldn't get protein down I feel healthy. Also had a quarter of propel water with my soup so I'm fuylly hydrated and took a pill and in my chaise bed. Still have gas pain ???”I'm ready for it to take a hike once that's gone I'm going to feel like a new woman -
Date set: July 11th - any other July banders?
sprinkle715 replied to aviva1979's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I know this is gross but I just farted two times and I am thrilled....can't wait for this damn gas to get the heck out! Also my mom is in the process of making me some tomato soup and I ate one of my multi vitamin t Gummies. -
Date set: July 11th - any other July banders?
sprinkle715 replied to aviva1979's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Where do u put heating packs and ice packs ladies? -
Date set: July 11th - any other July banders?
sprinkle715 replied to aviva1979's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I would it truly is the only pain.... Gas x I feel keeps it in dont take it just have ear plugs and chap stick