Carol.mcpherson

I am right there with you!! Right now about the only way I can tell I actually have the band is when I bend over and feel my port!! I've lost 17 lbs since my preop diet and surgery (7-25-13). I'm trying to be upbeat about it but man do I feel like I should have lost more. *sigh*

What a great job you've done!!!!

The chicken is good but the instructions say you can't mix it in hot Water and it is a bit too cool for my tastes since you use tepid water.

The premier protein aren't too bad..I had similar experience with all the sweet stuff..hard to get down after about five days! I wasn't allowed anything but liquids..no veggies! The isopure drinks are palatable but pricey. Unjury chicken soup wasn't bad either, but you may not have time to order them. Hang in there as this will be over soon.

What an awesome job you've done!! You look wonderful!!

I think that disclosure is a personal thing. I've told people and my family and friends know. I don't think there is anything wrong with not telling people however! Most of us have been plagued with weight issues our entire lives and don't want or need outside input to our decisions! And at the end of the day, the band doesn't lose the weight WE do!

Just sharing my thoughts...first time traveling since I got my band just after 2 weeks. Hard to be around everyone snacking! I brought some food but couldn't possibly bring enough for three days so now I have to figure out how to get what I can eat. I didn't drive and I'm visiting my sister who lives out in the country so it's tricky! Not looking for answers just sharing with my fellow bandsters cause I know you'll understand! Going to my nieces wedding reception tonight and that will be another temptation but I'm afraid of straying from my diet so I know I'll behave! Just frustrating.

I'm exactly 2 weeks post-op and my port site is still tender...

I was scheduled for my first fill August 20 and was a little concerned because I have to fly to Vegas six days later for a conference. I read from some on here that flying and traveling can cause the band to tighten. Just got off phone with doc office and they rescheduled fill till after trip. Nurse said, yes it can affect the band, so just thought I'd pass this info on!

Best of luck to you and pray you heal well

My doc provided list of best supplements and recommended chewable multi..I purchased online and it was very reasonable!