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It's been a few months, not much activity--just seeing if anyone in the DMV area is still interested in a clothing swap?

This is bad. I'm going into day 10 post op and I have absolutely no restriction. I can eat whatever I want, even bread...I even gulp my water down if I'm not careful. I will schedule my first fill soon, but I really wanted my incisions and tummy to heal a bit more, first. What do I do in the meantime?

Good luck, delove--let us know how it goes!

Hiya delove--- I have no problem swallowing the Camila pill (also known as the mini pill-- I'm assuming because of its small size and lack of estrogen). You take it every day at the exact same time and there is no week of sugar pills like with the other pills. It is very small and goes down easy. I don't necessarily need to wash it down with water either...it's that small. I've been taking it for almost 2 years now with no other problems, ie: weight gain, hair loss, etc. To get a good sense of what's best for you, check with your doc, but in the meantime, check out www.bedsider.org. There is tons of information on all the different kinds of birth control available on the market today. It also compares different types and can give you a better idea of which one may work best for you. They even have appointment reminders, refill of your medicine reminder, and daily reminders to take your medicine. You can use all of those things are only one of those things, whatever works best for you. I use their daily text reminders to make sure I take my pill at the same time every day. The reminders are usually facts about sex/birth control statistics and other random things, so just be mindful if you offend easy. But I like that they are using facts so I'm okay with that. (Even my co-worker uses the text birth control reminder the help him remember to take his heart meds daily, lol!!!) Message me if you have more questions!

The Olney group meets next Wednesday, 4/30 at 6p. Please PM me for more info.!!!

Hello Rennae there are support groups in the area. Check out MedStar facilities. For example, MedStar Montgomery in Olney, MD meets once a month at the hospital and same thing with MedStar Southern Maryland and MedStar Georgetown. Also members in those groups also meet outside of the monthly meeting. Hope this helps!

Think I'll take a nap to stave off the hunger. Lol! Thanks everyone.

I'm on Camila daily and have had no problems with weight gain or loss. (Although I was just banded last week on 4/18.) I did have a concern about antibiotics weakening the strength of the pill. I'll be checking with my doc this week.

Hello everyone. I'm at day 5 of being banded and moved from clear liquid to full liquid. Doc may clear me for soft foods on Friday, not sure yet. I am tired of my protein shakes, cottage cheese, and creamy soups. (I don't tolerate yogurt well at all.) I really want to have something like cream of wheat, grits, oatmeal...*something* with substance. Mashed potatoes/yams? Something! Any one have suggestions on alternatives?

Definitely get the 2% or fat free when you can. I get the little four packs 2% small curd from Breakstone's. They hold 4oz each. Then when you can, ask your doctor's office about your other options.

What does getting a fill feel like? Does it hurt?

I was banded yesterday morning (yay!). I was okay with getting my water in and now I can barely get 1 ounce down/hour. I'm not thirsty or hungry at all. Does anyone have suggestions on how to get my 32oz of water down in a day. (I'll have to increase to at least 64oz/day soon!)

Thank you everyone for sharing your experiences. I'm struggling with finding a comfortable position to sleep in--for now, I'm using a oversized couch pillow to prop myself up in bed to sleep upright. It's not unbearable, so I can deal. I too feel lucky in that I do not have nausea or feelings of wanting to vomit. Just pain around 1 of the 5 incisions (the one highest on my chest.)

Hi Bandista! Thank you! I'm home and resting now. I'm in some pain but I'm waiting for the pain meds to kick in. How long was it until the soreness and pain went away and you felt somewhat "normal?"

I go in at 0600 (5.5hrs from now). Wish me luck! I'll post again after surgery with updates!