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[Chicago29 0]

After a 6 month wait for insurance coverage, every test in the book and the giving up of my firstborn, my banding finally took place 1-29-10 at Dayone downtown Chicago :thumbup:

The first 3 days were rough. I am terrified of vomiting and so far have not, so now I am doing ok. My post op diet is day 1&2 Clear liquids, days 3-7 full liquids, 1 week puree, 1 week soft foods and then introduction to solids. I am following the diet to a T.

My stomach growls quite a bit, but the Protein supplements (AdventEase,Myoplex,Muscle Milk) blended with juice or skim milk or even Decaf instant coffee granules added, curb the hunger. I am shooting for 60 gr of protein a day and it is a challange.

The caffeine withdrawal headaches are finally gone :smile2:

I am thinking of going back to work on the weekend.

I have one incision that is very tender, and feel tired quite a bit but every day is better! Going for my post op visit in 2 days. Are there any other Dayone people out there? Do you go to the seminars and are they helpful?

[ValJean 6]

Hi Reneez,

Congratulations on getting banded! I too was banded at Day One. Who is your surgeon?

I have actually never gone to the support group but think I should get myself to the next one.

What time is your appt on Friday? I'll be in for a fill at 3pm.

Take care,

Val

[Chicago29 0]

Hey Val,

Good to hear from you. Looks like you are doing great with your goals, hope I am as successful.

My appt is 1:30 with my surgeon Dr. Elly. I must be healing well, because my stomach is growling all the time and I definately feel hunger.

Hopefully the puree diet next week will be more satisfying than the full liquids.

Have you had smooth sailing? Reading some of the stories on here are a bit scary.

Reneez

[ValJean 6]

Dr. Elly is my doctor now, too. I was banded by Dr. Galvani, but he left the practice recently. So far, I think Dr. Elly is great.

I've had some ups and downs. Was too tight for awhile, and having some pain/vomiting problems, so I got a complete unfill a month ago, was unfilled for three weeks, went back last week for a fill, and am not feeling much restriction so I'm going back on Friday for a little more.

My first two months were definitely a challenge, especially before I got some restriction--definitely felt hunger--but I was so excited about having the band, the excitement kept me on track until I got to a good restriction level. Up until November I was losing really steadily, 10 lbs a month. Have been stalled at my current weight since then, pretty much. Trying not to get discouraged--hoping to break through this plateau soon!

I really think Day One's aftercare is pretty good--Lauren, the nutritionist, is really nice and helpful, as is the rest of the staff there.

Hopefully I'll see you at the next support group meeting (Feb 16th, I think?). In the meantime, feel free to send me a private message if you ever want to chat or have questions.

Best,

Val