Lisa*in*NJ

Hi and congrats on being banded! I was just banded on the 13th and had horrible gas pain. I would walk and walk my home to get rid of the pain. I had it bad in my left shoulder and neck. What finally got rid of it was a nice long-slow walk OUTSIDE this past Sunday-5 days after surgery. Since then it's like a switch was turned off-no gas pain at all! As far as wanting to eat, I had to force myself to take in liquids for a couple days after surgery-I didn't want to end up back in the hospital on an IV. I keep a little chart on the counter of all of my consumed ounces. Gatorade was really enjoyable for me. Just keep sipping ALL DAY! Finally today I am actually hungry, I just had a 1/2 of Milk Choc Slim Fast high Protein, no sugar shake with some 1% milk in it and it was awesome. Just take it slow you'll get there, and the people on this board will help you! Good luck!

I got home last night from being banded on Tues. It was rough going but I am making it through step by step. I have a heavy pressure in my chest and I feel like I need a really big burp! The rest of my gas pains are going away slowly but surely. I am having a really hard time getting in enough liquids. The isopure is gross..and according to my Dr. I am not to have ANY SUGAR AT ALL. I have read of others having apple juice if they want and that the next few weeks are about "healing" not losing weight. I am not diabetic at all so is this the "norm" I have been eating popcicles, water, some broth and some gulps of the isopure but I get a sick feeling everytime I taste it, but I know how important protein is. What to do? Any suggestions would be very helpful! At this point I have to keep reminding myself that this will all be worth it. Thanks for the continuous support on these boards!

lol, thanks I needed a laugh (about the toes) it's great to hear your joy. I am on day 4 post-op and still stuggling to remain positive! Thank you for the encouragement and congrats!!!! that is awesome!

hey Joe I posted to you in the support thread, how did you make out w/ surgery??

those mice cookies were the first things to look yummy since I was banded. Well I am feeling a little better today, I am still not hungry but it's still a battle to get down my liquids. One step at a time I guess. oh some good news our soon to be puppy was born last night, a friends dog Rosie just had 6 healthy mini schnauzers last night. We get pick of the litter, so it looks like we will be having a new member of the family in late Feb. Have a safe week-end everyone!

you can do it!

how about any idea's for clear liquid stage?

Just wanted to check in and see how your banding went? I got home yesterday evening and all I can say is OUCH. The gas pains are so bad today, I am trying to walk but I'm tired at the same time. Hope all went well with you!

Hi Everyone, well, I am home-came home last night and all I can say is yikes! Was definatly worse than I though. The gas pains were not that bad until today. Without sounding dramatic- I really hope this was worth it. I just feel I have really hurt my body. I guess I expected to be better off than this. sorry to sound so down, I guess I an just emotional right now. Well can't really sit here long, I just wanted to check in.

Hi Joe, First, congrats on losing the 17lbs! You may be able to drop those 2 by the liquid diet and some walking. Good luck. Do you think your Dr. will cancel for just the 2 pounds? Hope not. Have the nerves set in yet? I haven't really been too worried, more excited than anything. I only have to be on liquids tomorrow-thank goodness! I actually lost 5lbs since September..which was a pleasant surprise since I was bad at Thanksgiving. What time is your surgery? I have to be there by 9am and surgery at 10:30 and will come home-if all goes well- by 1-2pm on Wen. Good luck and make sure you let us know how you are doing!!

Eileen, I will be in Atlantic City medical center.

Hi all, I am getting banded this Tuesday YAY! My Dr said that I will only be on clear liquids for 4 days......does this seem a little short to anyone? I was expecting atleast at week or more. Also, he wants me starting right out with Isopure protein water. I went to GNC today and all they had was grape frost-has anyone had this flavor before? I also need some other good flavors to buy when I go back-any suggestions? Thanks!

Eileen & Beanie, have a great time together this week-end. Cindy~have fun shopping...I love to shop and don't do it nearly enough for myself. Patty~good luck, all I know is that the whole process seemed to take forever and then *boom* the surgery date hits you. Now that I look back the time really flew. As for me, I am trying to tie up loose ends, laundry, food shopping, those kinds of things. I made a big pot of chicken Soup and have (20) 1/2 cup servings of broth in the freezer. I am going to make a pot of bean soup w/clear broth also...do you think that would be gassy even w/o the food part? I am waiting for the nerves to kick in, but so far it's just excitement..I guess that's good. Well gotta go make some popcorn for dd and her friend-they are watching Willy Wonka-the new one...kinda weird. It's ok but it can't compare to the original! Oh well..until next time!

I was told by my Doc that you "may" get the shoulder pain because the gas can push on a nerve behind your stomach that leads to your shoulder. I always wondered why the two were connected. Just my 2 cents.

I think that fear is normal for anyone, I have been pretty excited so far but I do worry about complications during surgery. Good luck and know that your not alone! - I am being banded the same day at 10:30am Good Luck!

I will be an offical bandster on 12/13! YAY!

awesome! way to go!!

.... I think for me it is also the stress of not being able to do all the things I usually do as a mom. Me too! Although I have been on cloud 9, I worry about that also. But just think of what you WILL be able to do as a mom now! Good luck to ya, I go in on Tuesday

Thank you Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield! My surgery is next Tuesday!

Good morning all! Well I am set for Dec. 13th, I just hope I am up and about for Christmas with my family. Thank you everyone for the support although I know I don't post as much as all of you....it really does help! Zan, you gave me an idea - maybe next year there could be an Atlantic City get together, although I know most of you are north Jersey gals.......It will also be a nice trip for all of the out of state gals....Texas, Virginia and any others! Just an idea...but not around the holidays, this way everyone has some money to lose at the tables and slots. I actually don't care for gambling, I want something in return for my money. just an idea. Beanie - have a safe trip to NY, wish I could join everyone! Cindy ~ enjoy the snow, we have an extra sled if ya need one. to everyone else ~enjoy your day!

OK everyone hold on to your hats..... I HAVE BEEN APPROVED!!!!!!!! I found out this moring before I went to AC for my pre-admission stuff! That makes it 1 week from today ~YIKES!! Look out bandsters here I come!! :Bunny :Bunny :Bunny :Bunny :Bunny :Bunny :Bunny :Bunny :Bunny :banana :banana :banana :banana :banana :banana :banana :banana

He is definately in my prayers, your family also!

so sorry to hear this, good luck! :cry

Congrats!!! Hope you have a quick recovery!! I am right behind ya girl!!

Zan, I am all the way in southern NJ -Salem County. I would love to meet everyone but I know with mu surgery coming up and the distance, I probably couldn't make it. Maybe next year.....which actually isn't that far off.