PaulaTx

Thanks everybody! It made me feel great. I'm just ready for the weight to keep coming off.

all the sudden this morning when I weighed I'm down 5 more pounds! I couldn't believe it. That makes 25 lbs lost. I was banded on Aug. 14.

I have BCBS of Texas. I had been to WW and Meditrim off and on for years. I lost but always gained it back. My records from WW and Meditrim were enough for my doctor to submit to insurance for approval. I turned in my paperwork, got approval, and had surgery within 3 weeks. It was great not having to wait.

Ok thanks for all the replies. It never bother me to use a straw when I did. I have found that if I sit up really straight I can burp the air from my stomach so that makes me feel better.

I know that drinking from a straw is a big 'no no', but I have caught myself a couple of times doing it before I realized. I felt nothing different than drinking just from a glass. Does anyone drink from a straw on a regular basis and does it bother you?

I just finished eating a soft scrambled egg with melted cheese for breakfast. I think I was still thinking pre-band because I scrambled eggs for me and of course I couldn't eat but one. I am stuffed!! How can I get my mind to start thinking "make less food-it WILL fill me up"?

Congratulations! I can't wait until I'm there.

Hey Val!!! Who did your surgery? Dr. Hambric did mine. Today, I was able to start soft foods. YIPPEE! Then next Friday I can transition to regular food. I haven't had any problems so far at all. This morning I did accidentally swallow a piece of ice and it hurt, but at least it melted. LOL This past week I haven't lost any weight. I'm hanging around between 18-20 lbs. lost which is what I've been for about a week. That's kind of getting me down, but I'm trying not to let it bother me too much. I just thought I would have lost more weight. Nice to know someone else in Lufkin that has been banded.

Good luck to all those that are about to be banded! I hope everything goes well for you. Today is Day 13 post-op. I have been doing great although I haven't lost that must weight since surgery. I've only lost about 5 lbs. since surgery and 19 altogether since the beginning of my liquid diet before surgery. But you know, I'm OK with that. I know that once I start on a more regular diet, I will probably start losing more. This Friday I get to start moving from pureed food to soft foods. Examples that are on my list are: boiled or scrambled eggs, soft cheeses (mozzerella or swiss), rice or soft cooked noodles, baked or soft cooked potatoes, soft overcooked vegetables, canned fruit in natural juices, banana, toasted bread, crackers. Does anyone have any other suggestions during this stage? What did you eat during the soft food stage?

I live in Lufkin. Your not very far from me.

How about some sugar and cinnamon for that cream of rice? lol Oh I forgot that we can have pudding and yogurt. I even bought some pudding the other day. duh! I think the lack of food lately is melting my brain. I'm going to try some of those things. Thanks and keep up the suggestions.

sassy, I know it's easy for me to say, but try and hang in there. This stage is not permanent. I am so sorry that you are having to go through this with what seems like little support. I will keep you in my thoughts. This site has been awesome for advice and support. We are ALL here for you!

I was also banded on Aug. 14. Today was my first day of thick liquids then next Friday I can start mushy foods. Do you think the food was too thick or chunky for you? Maybe you should eat some softer things for a few days. Good luck! and feel better soon!