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Hi hogue2 I just wanted to say welcome to LBT. Look around and ask questions. There are a lot of smart folks here. Myra

Hi tif60 I didn't have any complications but I wanted to say welcome. Good job on the weight loss. Myra

http://www.target.com/gp/detail.html/sr=1-3/qid=1153268684/ref=sr_1_3/602-2693146-0042225?%5Fencoding=UTF8&asin=B00005LA9F This is a kitchenaide 3 cup mini chopper that has made a big difference for me. I never owned a chopper before but I use it two or three times a day now. It makes small enough amts that I don't have to throw food away. My latest was chicken salad from leftover baked chicken. Put an egg white from a boiled egg. Mustard for a little flavor, mayo and some cajun seasoning. I love this mini chopper. Myra

Let us know how things go when your up to it. Myra

Mine is not a Protein drink but it was all I could do the first week after sugery. 2 cups skim milk (18 Gms protein) 1 packet Carnation Instant Breakfast (5 Gms protein) I also added a couple of teaspoons of Hershey's powdered chocolate. I tried several different Protein drinks before surgery at great expense. I don't know what happened to my taste buds but this was ALL I COULD DRINK without feeling nauseous. It gave me enough protein and calories for the short time before moving on to thicker liquids and then mushies. My advice is don't stress over that first week. Drink what you can (uncarbonated of course) because the swelling is going to be there. Once the swelling starts going down you are able to get more calories and protein in. Myra

Congrats on the weightloss and the pregnancy. I don't have any tips just wanted to express good wishes. Myra

Miper I don't have any recognizable signs of being "full" yet either. I have to measure my food onto my plate and stop when it is empty. I do get the stuck feeling also. Particularly in the morning. I usually eat my first couple of bites too close together and I think the food then kinda of sticks together into one big piece that has a hard time passing into the pouch. I know I did that with two pieces of well chewed chicken breast. Took about 30 minutes to an hour for it to pass on down and it HURT!!!!!!!!! So I am looking for creative ways to make sure I take really small bites with adequate time between each. One way I have tried today is to get a baked whole grain goldfish and scoop my food onto it. Makes for a really small bite of food. Crackers may not be the best choice but my doc says as long as I am losing weight they are okay. Fifty-five goldfish are 140 calories so they are relatively low in calories. Myra

Congrats on the good news. I hope everything will go smoothly for you. Keep us updated on the insurance battle. Myra

Alicia check the calendar on page 1 of this thread. Myra

Hi EndoCollector congrats on your decision. I was recently banded and losing around two pounds a week. I had a fill 1 1/2 weeks ago. So I am taking the slow route but that's okay. It took a while to get to where I am. I can't say anything bad about banding yet other than getting a piece of dry chicken stuck last night. It HURT for about 30 minutes and then was all better. But it's not a mistake that I will make again for sure. Let us know how things go for you. Myra

My doc told me I could have sharp pains for upwards of a couple of months. M

Hi Marc I just wanted to say I hear you and understand some of your pain. I am a straight married woman so I really don't have perspective on that part of your dilemma. But I have been overweight all my life and I do understand the wall we build to protect ourselves and the worthlessness that wall can make us feel when we can't/don't connect with someone else on a emotional or physical level. I have only recently been banded and really I'm at the beginning of my journey. I can say that already there are physical things that I can do that I couldn't just a few short weeks ago. There are many kind and caring individuals on this forum who have struggled also. I wish I could give you a hug right now but since I can't I will send you a cyber hug. (((((((HHHHHHUUUUUUGGGGGG))))))))) Keep your chin up and things WILL GET BETTER. Hang out with us here. Myra

It took me a while to figure out how to eat and drink without swallowing a lot of air also. I didn't realize I was an air gulper. Myra

No advice but definite congratulations. When will you be due? Myra

Diane I will hold on to the FRENCH MAID'S OUTFIT for you until your ready for it. Myra

I have been thinking about the Water workouts also. I saw my surgeon for the second time since surgery yesterday and got the all clear. The local P & R pool has a class starting in two weeks and I think I am going to take it. $45 for three one hour classes for a month. I think thats pretty reasonable. Myra

Diane wrap those kids and your husband close around you and let them shower you with the love and attention you deserve. Sounds like you are keeping your thoughts positive. Good things will be in your future. Don't give up the faith. Let us know how you are doing when you can. You are in our thoughts and prayers always. Myra

Glad your home safely FD. Been wondering how you were doing. Get some rest while you can. Myra

Congrats on your approval. Did you have any idea of surgery date? The time will fly by. Myra

ME ME ME ME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I am a definite APPLE. I have little stick legs, NO BUTT (and I mean skin over bones butt) little arms from the elbow down but somewhat plumpy on the upper arm. Little BOOBS but between my hips and boobs is where I carry my weight. I do have a double chin but it is fading and I have only lost about 30 lbs so far. M

I just had my first fill in a VanGuard and it was 4cc. Myra

YaY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! SHERRI!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Glad everything went smoothly and your home. Myra

Congrats on your approval. Hope you get your date soon. Let us know how things go Myra

My bad CYNDEL it should be 65.39. I should have divided 68 by 1.04. SORRY Myra

Your on the money. 254 minus 150 = 104 minus 99% = 1.04 68 divided by 1.04 = 65.384615 Myra