So tell me

[bdaycakegirl 3]

if you have never or RARELY PB or slime? After reading all the blogs, I'm a bit worried about that. I am not down with vomiting or spitting up food. The slime sounds horrible. But I see it happening to people who say they are eating correctly. Who HASN"T had a problem with this, and what do you attribute your personal success of not having these complications?

[DELETE THIS ACCOUNT! 12,703]

I've only PB'd once since I was banded 18 months ago. I think I've slimed maybe a half dozen times.

I believe I haven't had those problems because I take small bites, I chew thoroughly, and I don't walk around with my band too tight.

[Ladybandito 516]

I think I've pb'd maybe 2 times (after RFID was stuck) and had food stuck maybe 4. All were from eating too fast and too big of bites. You learn quickly! I've never had a problem in a public place (which was a big fear of mine!). Knock wood on that. Remember to always, always take care on the first bite of anything.

[Ladybandito 516]

Sorry, not RFID whatever that is, food I meant.

[☠carolinagirl☠ 18,721]

i am liike missy (somewhat)

13 months post op, not ever stuck, no slime, no pb'ing.....no issues what so ever--my dr/nutritionist advised me to eat small bites, go slow, chew well and relax...i was too scared to test the waters so took their advice and just did what i knew i had to do...sure i took some larger bites and it kinda was uncomfortable...you do that once or twice and you wont want to have it happen again..just take your time..

[NurseKelly 43]

I have slimed a handful of times and been stuck maybe twice. Its all about learning to listen to your body. Like everyone else has said already, its all about eating slowly, chewing well and taking small bites. I have also learned that I need to take a long break after my first few bites or I will start to feel the pain that I am about to get stuck. If I take a few moments, and wait for that sensation to go away, I can then continue with my meal without any issues.