chinchilla mom

Hi, Wow - so many of you have lost so much weight - awesome! I'm just a pound or two shy of they 40 pound down mark (from my highest, not doc's number) and that's 28 lbs down from doc's number. I am moving and working it and am feeling better than I have in a long time, so I'm a happy bandster. :confused:

I had my first fill yesterday and was surprised at how quick and painless it was - and I'm a wimp. I go back next Monday for fill #2 which they hope will bring greater restriction and more lost pounds.

I had my period when I was banded on 2/3 and tom stayed on in full force for 31 days. I made a gyno appointment but with the snowstorm in northeast last week, they couldn't get me into the office until today. Period has stopped but he still did an exam - the this is the tmi part - it hurt very badly when he pushed on my stomach to feel my uterus. I've never had any pain with a pelvic exam before so this caught me by surprise. I suspect he pushed down on my port, but I'm wondering if anyone else has had this experience post band?

I have posted on the WW boards a few times in the past and always found them nasty and snarky. I found no support there and as anyone who ever posted or even read the 'wedding party board' knows the folks who frequent can be downright cruel.

I helped things along on day 5 with some milk of magnesia - which worked like a charm but was so foul tasting - so gross. Water and walking was also a big help for me. Good luck.

Lots of great ideas so far! I'll add nice cozy slippers you can step into, water bottle to keep near your bed, mouthwash was great for the dry mouth post-op and soft comfy clothes.

You look amazing! Congratulations!

I chew them until they are liquid and then swallow. Takes a couple of minutes, but worth it.

I have been on 4 cruises and have to say the gym & spa on each ship was incredible - totally state of the art! In my experience there are always different classes to try, this is where I first tried yoga, so in taking a class you might not try at home you have some fun and get in a workout. I agree with those who said watch out for the liquor, but will also say stay away from buffets if you can. Now that I'm post band I would go with a sit down meal to avoid eating with my eyes. Have a great time and remember you're sister is on her journey and you are on yours. If she joins you at the gym great - if not go anyway if you wish to, have the vacation you want to have and enjoy every minute!

Congrats to both of you on your bands! Harliquinn, perhaps when the swelling around your stomach goes down you'll feel a bit less restricted? My first few days the swelling kept me feeling very tight, but it wore off after a while.

I got some chewable gummy Omega 3's at Target. They are made by Vita Fusion.

Glad you found a silver lining to your day! :eek:

I called this morning and got an appointment for March 4th, which made me think, ok so no big deal here. The Nurse called me back within the hour and while she was clear there was no reason to panic, she was also clear they need to stop TOM. So, if the expected blizzard bypasses us they will get me into the office tomorrow :wink:! Of course, TOM has slowed up on her own... it's like she heard me call the Dr.