m.boyer 8 Posted April 22, 2012 Hey, I was just banded on 4/16 and would love to have some more people who have been through this process for support. I am 28, Mom of a 3.5 year old, and married for almost 3 years. I am also on myfitnesspal if you want to add me. Thanks! ~Meaghan, BitofBoyer on myfitnesspal 2 sarawray and desa65 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NWgirl 574 Posted April 22, 2012 Hi there, I am in the Portland area and have been banded since March 20th. I'm not too far ahead of you Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
m.boyer 8 Posted April 22, 2012 Oh sweet! Hope you have recovered well. I am in Beaverton. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NWgirl 574 Posted April 22, 2012 Yeah, I've been truly fortunate in that I was back to normal a couple days after surgery. Who did you go through? How has it been so far? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
m.boyer 8 Posted April 23, 2012 I went to Oregon Weight Loss Surgery with Dr. Patterson. So far pretty well. I have a week left on the liquids stage. I am down another 10 lbs since surgery last Monday which is exciting My heaviest was 320 when I started this process last November, so I am glad to be back in the 200's now. I like your blog too! I had no idea about the effects on birth control. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NWgirl 574 Posted April 23, 2012 great loss so far! I actually got banded at Legacy Weight management institute, which is the door down the hall from Dr. Patterson. I think we are probably on the same post-op as well. Liquids couldn't end fast enough for me Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nikkib999 13 Posted June 30, 2012 Hey again Steph, I am also in beaverton & getting banded by dr patterson July 25th. Congrats on you success so far. I started at 307 And am down to 288 now. Did your surgery go smooth, I can't wait till it's over. Anticipation is driving me nuts lol..it's great to see some other local people on here to connect with Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NWgirl 574 Posted June 30, 2012 Hi Nikki! My surgery actually went wonderfully! I showed up at Good Sam at 5:30am and was in surgery by 7am. I was definitely a little nervous, but my mom and fiance both came with me so they kept me busy and talking until I was given the beginning anesthesia meds, which made any worry go away Surgery took around 45 minutes and I seem to recall waking up in recovery at almost 9am. I was then taken to the short stay wing and was able to get out of bed and walk around, as well as sip Water. I brought a small pillow pet with me to hold against my stomach if I was sore- it helped a lot! I was discharged around 11:30am and went home to sleep. I slept a lot the first day because of anesthesia, but did get up and walk around whenever I woke up. I took my pain meds on schedule for the first three days and did not wait til I felt pain. The incisions ached and it was hard getting in/out of bed the first few days just because of the pulling. I had a really good recovery with minimal down time. I cannot stress the importance of a small firm pillow to hold against your stomach when walking, getting up/down, riding in a car, or rolling over. It really was helpful! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MoreThanJustaPrettyFace 55 Posted June 30, 2012 I'm in Beaverton too! YAY@locals! We should all meet up. I could definitely use some friends offline that know what I'm talking about. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MoreThanJustaPrettyFace 55 Posted June 30, 2012 Also, I have a whole container of Body Fortress powder (chocolate) that I brought for pre-op, but I hated it. If anyone wants it, let me know. It's just collecting dust in my pantry. Haha Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nikkib999 13 Posted June 30, 2012 Awesome ladies, thanks so much for the helpful/detailed info. I am so down to get together, hangout, chat. My husband & I moved here almost two years ago. I would love to make some new lady friends here that would be fun. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NWgirl 574 Posted July 1, 2012 Also' date=' I have a whole container of Body Fortress powder (chocolate) that I brought for pre-op, but I hated it. If anyone wants it, let me know. It's just collecting dust in my pantry. Haha[/quote'] Same thing happened to me... Still have only found powders and pre-made that I tolerate but don't like. I would love to meet up with Oregon people Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MoreThanJustaPrettyFace 55 Posted July 3, 2012 Steph, I'll show you what powders I use when we get together. I LOVE them. i have a Protein shake every morning for Breakfast. I'm gonna pm you guys my number if I figure out how to do that on my phone. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MoreThanJustaPrettyFace 55 Posted July 3, 2012 Awesome ladies' date=' thanks so much for the helpful/detailed info. I am so down to get together, hangout, chat. My husband & I moved here almost two years ago. I would love to make some new lady friends here that would be fun.[/quote'] Where are you from? I moved here 4 years ago from San Diego. My boyfriend is from Vegas. :-) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nikkib999 13 Posted July 3, 2012 We moved almost 2 years ago from AZ, but I have also lived in LA. I try to pm you guys too my #. I really meant it would love to get together To me this is the best place I've lived yet. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites