pj_txlady

How many cc's is in your band now? I was banded same day as you, I have 5cc's now.

So sorry to hear you are so hungry. I was banded Aug. 4th. During surgery my Dr. put 2 cc's in my band. I had to return 4 days later and he removed 1cc. I went back Aug. 26th and he put in 4cc's, which now gives me 5ccs. I can eat anything, I noticed yesterday that I'm feeling more hungry. So...I am trying to eat very small amount several times a day so I won't overeat all at once.

I was banded Aug 4th. I haven't had any problems with burping at all.

Janet, Where can I find your Navy Bean soup recipe?

Thanks...I think I will hold off for awhile.

Maybe the diet bread would be easy to swallow since its pretty thin. You think?

You poor thing. I was banded Aug. 4th. Had my first fill Tues, the 26th. He put 4cc's in. I have a total of 5 ccs now, since he put 1 cc in during surgery. I am not hungry at all, its great so far.

Just wondering if you have problems eating bread. Tomorrow is my big day, the day that I can eat beef, pork, anything I want. I love sandwiches, but I have heard that bread was hard to swallow.

Where did you post the recipe! Sounds great.

I was told Cokes were history.

Hi everyone. I just bought some Whey Protein powder, vanilla flavor. Does anyone have some shake recipes you can share with me.?

Janet, I just read about your GS. I'm so sorry to hear the sad news. I hope all is well, and you both are in my prayers. Hugs, Pj

hi...i'm doing much better now, but....i am hungry. lol i get my first fill next tuesday the 26th. Congratulations on your surgery date. just make sure you drink your Water and don't get dehydrated like i did, and use your bullets. good luck to you. let me know how you are doing after surgery. Lots of Luck Pj

thanks Janet....my first fill is next tues. the 26th. how nice the beach sounds! enjoy ! can't wait to fit into a bathing suit, promised my little granddaughter that i will go with her next year to the Water park.

I think it will be helpful to share our menus. Give us all some ideas. Today I skipped breakfast, since I had to take this pill last night that knocks me out. For lunch I had, some canned chicken and mashed potatoes from Chicken Express. For dinner, bow tie pasta with Ragu sauce. Will have sugar free chocolate pudding for a snack 4 hrs after dinner.

Welcome Back Janet....are you finished traveling for a while..lol ( j/k ) Miss you when you are gone. Pj

My question is how do I know how much will stretch our band. I was told at post op meeting to eat 1/2 cup each meal for the rest of my life, by the nurse. I have read where some have said they are allowed 1 cup per meal. I asked my Dr. how much to eat, and he said to eat until I am full, he said...you will know when to quit. Right now I am deflated and have no restriction. Janet...help. I am so confused about portion size, I don't want to stretch or slip the band.

Breakfast...1/2 cup rice krispie Cereal, little milk lunch....cubed chicken with mashed tators and diced carrots snack..jar of dice peaches dinner...half of baked potato. squash casserole, dressing

No Breakfast?

that is a Great idea !! will try that.

No bra, I wore my panties but they were pulled down between my legs when I woke up.

What did you eat today?

lunch was at black eyed pea...had 1/2 baked potato, baked squash, and cornbread dressing.

Thanks so much it looks delicious. Hey...I'm from Grand Prairie, Tx. My brother and his family live close to you in Allen Tx. For breakfast I had 1 over easy egg, and some home made hashbrowns. We are leaving in a bit to go eat lunch at Black Eyed Peas, going to have veggies. Squash Casserole and not sure what else. Have a greattttttttt day.

Can everyone eat popcorn ok?