Beachy_Babs

Congrats!! Glad to hear that you are feeling well! I can't wait to fully recover because I would like to go back to the gym!

Humph.. That's weird. I was banded on May 2nd so I'm not that far from you. I just graduated to full liquids after being on broth for a few days. Weird thing for me is, I can Barely get my Protein shake down. I will take two to five sips and be done with it. I haven't had much to eat. However I know my appetite is there because my husband cooked food and I was loving the smell and it sucked to know I couldn't have it. As for you, I would assume the saltines and doritos would of gotten stuck!! I'm positive your band is there.. Some people feel more restriction with their bands even though there are no fills.

My doctor's office scheduler called and asked me if I would be okay with pushing my surgery date from Wednesday, May 4th to Monday the 2nd instead and I said YESSSSSSSS. I am so ready for this and this is awesome news for me! The reason is my surgeon hurt her neck so she's on medical leave. I will have another surgeon, but he works in the same office of surgeons and I have heard good things about him. Just wanted to share with you guys my excitment. This will be the FIRST Monday I have ever looked forward to

Rachael, I know how stressful it can get with having kids. It's okay, don't beat yourself up too much over it. For the rest of the day, eat super healthy and drink lots of water

That's the spirit, Shaunt! It wasn't like you ordered a bucket of chicken and ate it all. It was just some bread...you're still okay Have a good day!

I was banded on May 2nd, 2011 and I am 22!! Yay for twenties!

Hey Mr. P, that's what my doctor said too.. Is to drink water 30-45 mins before a meal and an hour after. But what about just sipping water? Do I have to wait 5 minutes to take another sip?

"finally did it"... Congrats on your surgery! I hope the gas pains go away for you. I still have it but doctor said i can take gas x. Have you tried taking that?

One question, I know we have to wait 5 minutes in between liquids and 10 minutes for solid foods.. Does the five minute wait period also apply for water?

Hey slm2007! Thank you for your post. And I am in no way offended by it at all. Actually, I wanted to thank you for preparing me for the hunger stage! Yesterday (2 days post op), I contacted my doctor's physician about gas pains and along with that, she told me to go ahead and go to phase 1 of my diet which are full liquids and Protein shakes. So that's what I did...my husband made me an 8oz glass of Protein shake and just Water. Omg, I took about two sips and couldn't take it anymore. I felt pressure on my chest and it was so uncomfortable. I'll smell food around the house and it will smell amazing to me, but I have no interest in picking a piece up and eating it or anything. I'm finally not so swollen so I do feel my appetite coming back little by little. I know this next 5 weeks before my first fill will be pretty tough, but with the stage diets, it will help me keep my mind of cheating for sure. I don't plan on it anyways. I hope you are doing well and please do share your experience with me! Looking forward to hearing from you

Is it normal to feel your port when walking?

Hey! Congrats on your surgery! We are so close together which is awesome! I haven't started on protein drinks yet..still on clear liquids such as water, sugar free Popsicles, and chicken broth. I hope you're doing well today. Last night, I was in quite a bit of pain. I slept for about 10 hours and woke up feeling refreshed. Keep me updated!!

Cindy C, thank you so much for your kind words! I am on day 3 post op and feeling much better today. I'm still gassy as ever, but like you said, it will take a few weeks for it to fully go away. I am taking an ounce of liquid per meal sitting like I should and haven't had the urge to eat anything or even think about food. I have a feeling this will be a success for me too! Your weight loss is amazing..I will join you very soon!

I'm sorry to hear that! Your mom is very much like many other people out there.. They don't view lap band the way we do. I think shes going to try her best to convince you not to get it. Since you're so close to her, yOu should take her to a suppOrt group with you!

Okay good to know that I'm on the right path. Thanks!! What type of Protein shake do you recommend?

Oh man!! I had too much water last night and I know how you feel about being uncomfortable. I have not been interested in food either. Btw, congrats on your surgery

I'm one day post op and I have pretty bad gas pains. I try passing gas to get it out, but sometimes when I want to burp, I can't. I am still on clear liquids for the next four days. Don't feel like eating anything...

I was banded yesterday and from last night until today, I have only consumed about 10 calories from chicken broth and jello. I'm still healing so I know I won't be able to eat much, but I'm dedicated to playing by the book simply because I want maximum weight loss. I feel restriction already (weird enough) and have the realize band. Don't know if that makes any difference...

Hey! I'm feeling better. it's a bit painful and I'm sore but totally worth it. I had 1/4 cup of chicken broth and have been full for hours. It's an amazing feeling. It's definitely the beginning of a new life So, have you started pre op diet?

I was banded this morning. Just laying down right now, buy wanted to wish all the May banders a safe and speedy recovery. The future is bright for all of us

Thanks, Marcia! Well it is almost here. A few more hours and I will be at the hospital waiting to get banded. Congratulations on your set date! I remember the day the doctor's office called me and said I was approved, I was the happiest person alive. Then when I got my surgery date, I was able to relax and know that the hard work and jumping through hoops with insurance company was worth it. And now, it's here! I know what you mean..I have been counting down days and hours lol. I will come back and definitely share with you my experience. Please let me know if you have any questions so far.