updegraff
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:eek:Looks like I gained back 2.3 lbs. overnight!!! Guess I over did it yesterday!! I am going to be extra careful today!! Did this happen to anyone else when you went from clear liquids to full liquids?? Thanks
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Ok I understand the 60 per day but I am still on the full liquids. Should I put some protein powder in they liquids I am having? Or does the 60 kick in when you go to the soft food stage?
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Thank you for the quick reply. I did eat some soup from Panera's Bread Company yesterday. Will stay away from the canned stuff. Thanks again
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Hi everyone, Was banded yesterday, Tuesday, June the 9th. I must say I was in some pain yesterday. Mostly from the gas that settled in my lower neck and across my shoulders and the site where the port is, is tender. I am going to try to post a picture of me from this morning. I was going to get a pre-op picture but forgot. So we will start from day 1 post op. Since January 21st., 2009 I have lost 16 pounds!! I know that is not a whole bunch but I am looking at them as 16 pounds that I will not gain back!!!! Thank you all for this GREAT support group!!!
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Did you cheat on pre-op liquid diet
updegraff replied to crystalcml's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
The EAS is very low carb and good in protein. They have it in the shakes and in powder. I was able to get the shakes at Wal-Mart but found the powder at BJ's. I only paid about $27.00 for a huge bag there. At GNC they run about 60 bucks for that size bag!! -
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updegraff replied to kimmom's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Today was my first day on full liquids. I had 1/2 C cream of wheat with smashed banana and a dash of skim milk 1 5oz. can of V-8 juice Took my pills with sugar free vanilla pudding Had a protein shake that I made with frozen banana, strawberried, crushed pineapple, skim milk, ice and protein powder 1/2 cup pureed Mushroom soup 1/2 cup pureed broccli/cheese soup (both from Panaras) My husband grilled steak for the others for dinner and I had two small pieces.....I only chewed and sucked the juice out of it and spit the rest out!!! Now how disgusting was that??? But.....it sure tasted good!!! Will have more water and then that is it for the night!! Was this all OK??? -
I am so happy for u!! I still have the gas pains and am hoping when I get up tomorrow morning they will be gone. Other then that and the soreness at the port site I feel fine. Tired, yes but otherwise good!! CONGRATS!! I posted a pic on the day after banding. I will post more as a noticable change occurs!!!
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lap band pain after surgery
updegraff replied to andy343858's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I am day 4 out and still have the gas pains and I just feel drained. I am taking a chewable vit with iron daily and was wondering if I should take two. I go for my post op visit on Monday, June 15 and will ask all the questions then. Also have the pain at the port site but I understand that is the norm and will be sore for a bit. I usually sleep on my left side but that is where the port is. I tried to lie that way and it feels like it is pulling. So now I am trying my right side. I am not a back sleeper and know that in time I can go back to my left side to sleep! Eventhough I am whinning....I have no regrets!!! -
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updegraff replied to kimmom's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
My first day on full liquids!!! OMG....who ever thought that Cream of Wheat could taste so good!!! My husband made me some early this morning and put in some banana and a bit of Skim milk. It was not real watery and had a little consistancy to it. That first taste was the best thing I have tasted in 6 days!!! Then later I had a Protein shake with 1/2 frozen banana, 2 frozen strawberries, 1/4 cup crushed pineapple, 8 oz. skim milk, 1 scoop vanilla protein mix and ice cubes. Blended them all together and sipped that. My husband drank a full glass of it and I could only drink about 1/2 glass. Later I plan on having some pureed soup don't know what kind yet. My husband is picking it up at Panara's Bread Company. -
I have a really silly question....my stomach is growling but the sound is different then prior to my banding. Is that normal? It has kinda a hollow sound!! I feel just a tad bit hungry. This is my third day post op clear liquids only. But counting my three days pre-op that is 6 days on clear liquid! Never in a million years did I think I could do somethig like that!! Anyway, the 2nd thing is what "exactly" can you have on full liquids?? I know I can have the protein drinks and everyting I had on the clear liquid but can I add sugar free puddings, V-8 juice?? I feel like a real dope not knowing what is considered full liquids. My doctor does not want us to do soups and yogurt at this stage. But what about home made smoothies?? Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!! Thanks
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A couple things.....
updegraff replied to updegraff's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
About how long does the gas pains stay?? I am about tired of them now!!! Walked around the yard a couple times so far this morning. Can't stay out too long the mosquitos are bad here in Florida this year!! We have had rain almost daily for a few weeks!! When the sun comes out they go away but then it is to hot to walk!! I know....stop whinning and do what you have to do!!! So back to walking around the house. The funny thing is when I do that my dogs follow me for as long as I am walking!!! -
A couple things.....
updegraff replied to updegraff's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Felt much better yesterday then I do today. Still have the gas pain in my upper back and shoulders but it seems to have moved around to the front also. Is that possible?? How long does it usually take for that gas bubble to go away?? Am using the Gas X strips every now and then. I feel like I have to belch but so far only little ones. I would love to let out with one of those huge, loud ones about now!!!! Still on clear liquid for today. Tomorrow starts the full liquid. I am going to get some soup from Panera's Bread Company and blend it real week for lunch tomorrow!! Cream of Wheat for breakfast. I was told it is a good idea to plan your meals at least for the first couple of weeks and stick to it. So I'll give it a try!! Thanks for your response. -
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updegraff replied to kimmom's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Oh yea....I'd love the recipe for the Philly Cheesesteak casserole too!!!! Thanks -
Just banded on Tuesday, June 9th. Surgery time was 4pm and I was home and in my bed before 9pm. Sore from gas and port site. I have to say I felt better yesterday, Wednesday, June 10th. then I do today Thursday, June 11th. Gas pains are now across the shoulder blades but also feel something in the front top of my neck. Could the gas bubble have moved again?? I am a bit hungry today. Had some broth, jello and water but have just about had enough of that!! Tomorrow starts my full liquids! I am half tempted to strat them now!! I was thinking about having one of my EAS protein drinks but am afraid that doing this a day early may cause me a problem!! Any suggestions please feel free to e mail me!! Thanks Dot
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It is 4:44am on Tuesday, June 9th., 2009, my banding day!! Let me say this I want a glass of something COLD to drink!!! Hey, I keep telling myself look how far you have come, don't screw it up now!! And....I WON'T!! Hosptial at 11:30am, banding at 1:30pm and hope to be home and in my bed by 6:30pm!!! I'll post as soon as I can. Thanks and good luck to all!!
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updegraff replied to kimmom's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I have a question about full liquids?? What is considered full liquid?? I know I can have the protein shakes now but other then the ususal fair....what can I have. I strat full liquids tomorrow. Can I do the no sugar puddings?? Thanks a bunch! -
Banding day is here....
updegraff replied to updegraff's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Quilttina....good l uck on your special day!! See ya on the post-op section!!! Today is day 3 post surgery for me. I had a good day yesterday, took 2 naps!! Very rare for me but my body must have needed it!! Up eary this morning as I usually am and feel pretty good!! -
Is this normal?
updegraff replied to surgtechready4surg's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hi My thinking on this is: When in doubt, call your doctor". Maybe your too full and may have to have some saline taken out. I was just banded yesterday, June 9th. Good luck to you Dot -
It's all over!!! YEA!! Banding was yesterday at about 4pm and I was home before 8pm. Could have spent the night but I just wanted my own bed!!! We in some pain but not enough not to handle. But...I do have a high tolerance to pain. Gas bubble settled in my lower neck and across my shoulders. That is feeling much better today. Made myself walk 5 to 10 minutes q hour so far today. Taking the pain meds...needed for not and the medication for gas, plus I have some Gas X strips just in case!! Throat was little sore yesterday but only lasted until I was able to drink some water.
Full liquids can start on Friday the 12th., The Wednesday the 17th. to soft and then Wendesday the 24th. to try real food!!!
I would kill for some steamed Broccoli right about now!!! No not really, I am surprised that I am not the least bit hungry!! Thanks to all for all the advice and support!!
YOU ALL ROCK!!!:thumbup:
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Banded on:Tuesday, June 9, 2009 Picture taken on: Wednesday, June 10, 2009
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Did you cheat on pre-op liquid diet
updegraff replied to crystalcml's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
it is amazing how there are so many different pre-surgery instructions! I am on a two day liquid diet with no restrictions on how much I can have as long as it is only what is one the list. Chicken broth (which I am sick of right now), sugar free jell-o, Crystal Light, water, tea, coffee and sugar free popcycles. I did really well yesterday but must admit at 5:38pm I am struggling. I will be so glad when surgery is over tomorrow. Then it is back to 3 more days of the same liquid diet. Then on day 3 I add protein and some other stuff. Hang in there and YEA to the wife. She sounds like my husband!!! -
OK, here comes the hard part!!!:blushing: It is Saturday, June 6th. @ 5:41pm and I have eaten my last chewable meal!! When I get up tomorrow morning it is liquids for Sunday and Monday! I am a bit anxious over this part.:thumbup: Tell me do I need to do the protein shakes prior to the surgery or just the days after?? Anyway, on Monday, June 8th. I need to be at work early as it is CNA week (I work as a Staffing Coordinator in a Nursing Home) and I am making breakfast for the night shift @ 3am and again @ 6am for the day shift. AAAAAHHHHHH!!! Then home by 9:30am and surgery on Tuesday, June 9th. @ 1:30pm!!! I got sugar free jello, crystal light pink lemonade, chicken and beef broth, tons of water and sugar free tropical popcycles!!! I will post as soon as I can after my banding!! Have a great rest of the weekend!!
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OMG!!! Two weeks pre op??? Your my idol!! I had to do the under 30 carb thing for most of the waiting process then one week before surgery as little carbs as possible. Then Sunday and Monday only clear liquids.....I'd kill for some veggies right about now. I will be so glad when tomrrow is over and I am home. Then two more days of the liquid diet, then on day 4 I can do the mushy foods!! I can't wait to chew!!! Ha! Ha! Hang in there!!
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Good luck to you on Friday!!! Do you have to do the liquid diet prior to surgery?? This is my 2nd. day and it has been a bit trying! I went into work at 1am this morning to cook breakfast for the night shift at 3am then did it for the day shift at 6:30am. AND I didn't take a bite of one thing!!!!! Yea, for me!! My plan for today is to make myself stay up as late as I can so maybe I will sleep in a little later tomorrow. Nothing to eat or drink after midnight is going to be the hardest part for me. So I figure if I can sleep until 8am, shower, dress and head to the hospital it will be better for me. Have to be at the hospital by 11:30am banding scheduled for 1:30pm!! I'll post again as soon as I am able!! Thanks to all once again!