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OMG...life has been so crazy! I had my surgery July 23 and then was scheduled a week and a half ago for my first fill which I had to cancel because my husband and I relocated to NM. My doctor didn't want to do the fill because I wasn't going to be there and thought it would be easier if I found a doctor here in Albuquerque, NM. so, I am wondering if anyone has any suggestions for a doctor. I have done some searches etc. however I would like to hear from people who actually have had contact with the doctors etc. If anyone can help please send suggestions. I will be truly grateful!

Congratulations! I am so glad that your life is working out the way you want it to. It is really awesome the power we do actually hold. God Bless you and keep you safe through your journey!

Good luck I am sure you will do great. 21 pounds you have to be so very proud! Let us know how you are doing, can't wait to hear how everything went!

I think I would Kill for a coke right about now! That has been the hardest thing for me, the food yes I feel hungry but I can drink a protein shake and be fine or broth etc. But seriously I want something more than water.... I am curious did everyone give up soda all together even after the month or so post op or does anyone drink diet soda oppose to regular? I have a friend who had gastric bypass and she drinks soda like crazy and she is doing great... is it just me that thinks I can't? I understand why the soda isn't good for me right now, healing and all but really...

I am doing pretty good, I am feeling hungry and have moved from the liquid diet to the more blended. I feel like I can eat but I want to take it slow. I do have some concerns and maybe someone out there has had this problem. I still seem to have a lot of gas. It is uncomfortable and I feel better when I can let it pass but will it ever get out of my body? I feel a little sore still on my left side but I can only imagine that is normal. I am trying to stay hydrated simply because I know how important it is.

I did it! I came home yesterday, we choose to stay over night because my blood sugar was very high and they gave me two different types of insulin, I didn't want to get home and have a situation with my blood sugar being to low and then have to get back to the hospital. I also thought I could rest, which didn't happen at all, the nurse that night was not very responsive, maybe she was having a bad night, I don't know , nor do I care that isn't my problem. Sounds rough but that is what it is. That was the only negative thing about my experience so far. And if that is the worst thing I am doing GREAT. I feel like I have been kicked really hard in my stomach and I do have some gas discomfort. I am big on choosing from pain or discomfort, discomfort isn't pain, while it can be uncomfortable it isn't the same thing. Like playing sports, are you hurt or are you injuryed? Two different things. So, that is all, I am proud of myself for listening to my ques and knowing when I am full. I am being extra careful because I don't want to get sick, if anything, I know I need to drink more water, I felt a little weak and dizzy this morning but I think that is because I was a little on the dry side. I have a wonderful husband who is making me do my IS at least 8 times a day, which is wonderful for my lungs and asthma. Over all I feel really good. Before I started the meals I was at 263 the day of the surgery I was 249.5 so down, 13.5 pounds, I know I have a long way to go until I reach my goal weight but this is the first step. I am trying to take one bite of my elephant at a time... tee hee. We are going to get the baby up from her nap and go for a walk. I was up and walking in the room when I was able and then the halls that same afternoon, WALK WALK WALK...you will feel so much better. Even if you don't want to, if you can you need to! We Can Do It~

Thank you to everyone for your kind words and support. I received a phone call that my surgery time has been moved up so we have to be at the hospital at 0530 (was 0830) and the procedure will be at 0730 (was 1030)....Oh my goodness... I am really getting nervous, the house is clean I have things put away everything is in order... yes a little OCD... My Mom is coming in from Michigan sooner to watch our little Abigail. I think she is the reason why I am so nervous. I know nothing will happen, but there is always the "what if" and being a RN doesn't help much. I am trying to quite my mind but nothing seems to be helping except cleaning. I will post as soon as I am able... thank you again. God Bless XOXO

It is finally here, tomorrow is the big day and I am even more nervous than I was before, I hate to see how I am tomorrow. I have been on clear liquids all day and I am ok a little headache but OK, I think it is mostly from other concerns. I am getting some stuff together in the event they keep me over night. I was told I would be going home tomorrow late afternoon so we will see. I am trying to keep busy, baby is taking a nap the house is clean, I am getting myself ready before baby wakes up to go to a retirement party for one of my husbands fellow co-workers. I am just going to drink water and maybe some ice tea. I am just so anxious to get this process over still not sure if it is the right thing to do? I have never entered into something so important with so many issues. I usually work them out way before this point. I know things will be OK, and I am not the only one who had done this, and I am tired of the way things are and I like to think that I am proactive and this is the right thing to do. YES! it is... I think... tee hee I sound so silly. WISH ME LUCK - HERE I COME!

2 more days and I have my procedure! I am still really nervous but I know that everything will be OK. It is just such a large change. I am a size 18 right now, 5 months after having a baby, I was a size 14 before I had her, I am up to 255 pounds, the only time I was heavier was at 9 months pregnant and weighed 298. I couldn't believe it, I didn't even recognize myself in the pictures, Who is that? I had a lot of complications, and I didn't really eat for two, seriously I was so careful. I was about 218 when I got pregnant. My OB doctor says that a gain of 37 pounds is normal and I should be able to lose it, on my own. The fact is that I have been told that I have NASH and if I was to ever have another baby the weight could again be an issue. I am tired, while this has not been a problem my entire life I have been over weight long enough, it is time to get serious and this is the tool that will help! Nothing else has, not for the lack of trying. But somewhere inside I say, what if this doesn't work? It has too... I am 5'8 and my goal weight is 160-165 that is 90 pounds! 90 pounds, that is a lot of weight, my doctor says that is a good start but maybe 140? My husband says this when I am stuck with any sort of problems or road block and I think it is cute, "How do you eat an elephant?" the answer: One bite at a time, so the metaphor here is you take one step at a time until you reach your goal. Which is totally doable, I know this, XOXO

Awsome! I am glad to hear you are doing so well. I will keep you in my thoughts.

Hi there! This has been a wonderful support site. Everyone is open and honest and eager to help as well as encourage. Good Luck, I get my band this Friday I too am nervous, but I know it is the right thing for me! Good Luck

I have one week to go, next Friday by this time I will have had the procedure done! I am nervous but must admit this web site and all of your stories, posts, blogs and so on have helped! Everyone stories are so unique and different but they all have one common goal, to lose weight in order to be healthier and happier. So Thank you for all of the positive feedback. We can do this! :thumbup:

You are strong, you are doing this not only for yourself but for those who love you. Life is a journey, but you can make it healthy and happy and you have taken those steps to do this. I will be thinking of you and your story has touched me so dearly. I have a 5 month old, she is 5 months today! I started this journey over a year ago and then found out we where having a baby! Which has been totally amazaing. Life has moved me to be healthier not only for myself, but for Abigail. I want to be around a long time to see her grow and to laugh and love and I now know the love of a mother and child, therer is nothing like it. I will pray for your loved ones, it is so difficult that words can't even begin to express. You need to take care of yourself, I said it before you are a strong person and you can do it.

Thank you, I guess I just needed to hear that. I have been doing better. Only whats recommended, and I feel great. Only a week to go...I can do this!

Ok, so I feel just terrible:cursing:. I am on day 8 of my 15 day meal replacement program. We had friends from out of town come in and of course everyone wanted to go to dinner. I thought of that will not be too much trouble I will order an ice tea and say I am really just not hungry. Well my husband is like you will be fine it is ok to eat a little something, it was so tempting and of course what did I do...yes, had some I didn't have a lot just a few bites but I feel terrible, not that I ate something that I let myself down. It hasn't been very easy the last 8 days, the first 2-3 where the worse. This all happened over the weekend, I think it is ok,but I feel rotten. I am also certain I am not the only one who has had a bite or two during this time. I just want it to be successful and I hate letting myself down. I picked myself up and have been doing good so far this week. I am down nearly 9 pounds from the day I started the meal replacements. And they are not so bad really. I thought they would be much worse. Any words of wisdom for my up and coming week would be apperciated. I have my lap band on the 23rd. :thumbup:

Totally wonderful! I am in Chicago. I am going to have my procedure at Alexian Brothers, even though I live downtown. I researched it and felt the most comfortable there. Good luck with everything!

I am glad to hear you are doing well...good luck!

Wow! Congratulations! I just had a little girl 4 months ago, it is so awesome. I get my band on the 23rd and the doctor is concerned about us because we want to have more he told us to wait at least a year+ the problem with that is our age I just turned 38 and we don't want to be too old..tee hee. I am proud of you. Good Luck and I can't wait to see other posts.

I started my meal replacements on the 8th. Has not been fun, my surgery is on the 23rd. I am so nervous but I think we both can do it! Good Luck

Good for you it only takes one step at a time but why not tomorrow? or a short walk again tonight?

I needed to hear those words at this time thank you

Ok so yesterday wasn't the best day, I felt terrible, had a headache and all I wanted to do was eat. I felt bad for my husband, because he felt guilty eating in front of me. It was hard, however the meal replacement isn't as bad as I thought it would be, but 15 days...YIKES. We are having friends visit from out of town, and what that usually means is "let's go to some of the great restaurants in downtown Chicago". I am going to pray for strength. It will be difficult but Ok. I am curious did anyone drink soda during this time? Also what about cream soups? Any suggestions will be grateful. Thank you and wish me luck! I just keep thinking ok this is what is best for me and my family. :smile2: Ok this is what is best for me and my family...I already said that, tee hee. All of your stories are very inspirational! xoxo

Wonderful! Congratulations and keep up the good work!