January's 2014 Bandsters Welcome!

[TravelGirl22 26]

I'm out 2.5 weeks. It went by so fast! How is everyone's weight loss? I've lost 24lbs since starting Preop diet on jan 1

I'm at three weeks now, and have lost around 26 lbs (including preop diet). Feeling great now and looking forward to my first fill on February 18th!

[desertpixie 76]

I don't get my first fill until the 23rd February. Six weeks after my post-surgery appointment. Lost 12lbs so far hoping to lose 66in total. Still a long way to go, hoping to start pilates and yoga this week to burn a few more cals up!

[Successful4me 51]

I just had my surgery yesterday! Feeling sore but excited about this journey!

Congrats to you & much success on your new journey.

[ChristinaA424 18]

I am three days post-op and feel pretty good. Surgery was 1/29/14. I had my first bowl of (runny) grits this morning an dit was absolutely wonderful!!!! I am still in my PJs and haven't done much the past few days other than just laying around. I got a shower last night and it felt good to finally get a shower but I nearly passed out. I get up occasionally and walk around but otherwise I am in the recliner or on the couch. Should I be further along than this or doing more than I am at this point? I feel pretty good.

[honestitriedtofindaname 12]

Hi everyone. I'm 5 days past surgery! Woot! Everything went very well. IMHO, pain is nearly always worth it as long as you get what you want on the other side - and pain with this has really not been very bad at all. The day of surgery was a long one only because everything ran late (my surgery started some 2.5 or 3 hours later than planned) but after that, we were off to the races. In no time, I was in Recovery and then back to a post-op area where my hubby could see me. Maybe 3.5 hours after surgery started, we were heading home. I was (and am) sore but it is nothing unmanageable.

High points so far:

• Post-surgery Water is the best Water ever!
• Grits...grits...seriously, people. I'm eating grits. I love grits.
• Removal of the pain med pump.
• Losing 29 pounds ahead of surgery on the 6 month diet required by my insurance.
• Going back to the barn today to see my horse (but not having to do any of the work because of the lifting restrictions. )

Struggles so far:

• Pretty minor pain (primarily gas pains in my upper left shoulder and a sore belly button). And I am pathologically incapable of burping in a public setting of any kind, even in front of my spouse. Blame my mother...
• Realizing I should have bought work-appropriate stretchy pants ahead of time (will need to buy some tomorrow before going back to the office on Monday).
• High heart rate that is making me a little crazy but which I am sure will calm down soon.

Thanks to everyone here for the warm welcome. I am looking forward to following in your footsteps to success!

[als41 192]

You are allowed grits? You are so lucky. I am also 5 days post surgery and on a clear liquid diet until Monday. Next week I'm able to do whole liquids. I'm so excited for yogurt and shakes that will give me more energy.

[kramsay1980 14]

Hi guys. I was banded on 1/29/14, im home now, no real pain, not really hungry. Im glad it finally happened. Im getting settled at home, been sleeping alot. I have broth, tea, Jello, cream Soups, and popsicles on hand.

How is everyone else doing?

[kramsay1980 14]

Christina we had the same surgery date. Im resting as much as possible.

[lasal 70]

So today we had my son's birthday party and I didn't even care about the cake! It was pretty awesome. Although I will say everyone was drinking soda and I do miss that but I know it is a big No No. So what does everyone drink besides Water? I do drink crystal light sometimes but honestly am not a fan of the artificial sweeteners. Suggestions??

[desertpixie 76]

What are grits? Sounds intriguing!

To answer the drink question I've been having lots of Water, green tea. If I want something sweet mango or apple juice. Not bothered by alcohol much but did have a glass of red wine. To be honest I think my taste buds have changed as I used to love it and now it doesn't feel right

[kramsay1980 14]

Im drinking 0 calorie drinks, tea, I bought some Isopure but not a big fan

for sweeteners I use splenda. They do have 0 calorie 0 carb liquid sweetener. I think davinci might be one brand, can be used in coffee or anything.

Grits are like cream of wheat. Im not a big fan of grits

[honestitriedtofindaname 12]

Hi desertpixie! Grits are the food of the gods to a Southern girl! They are made from a type of ground corn (hominy) and I guess the most similar thing I can think of is polenta. I love them with just a little hot sauce and salt.

[als41 192]

Seven days post surgery, and I went to Home Depot to get some wood for a little project I was doing in the bedroom. As I left the store there was a hotdog cart outside making sausage and peppers. The smell was incredible but I resisted, because, well, I had to. When I got home, I made myself some Tomato Soup, Yum.

[ilovemy3guys 1]

I had my surgery on Jan 23. I also had a hernia operation at the same time. I've done well with little pain. I'm so excited and can't wait to experience a new life After weight loss! So far I have lost 16 lbs.

[lasal 70]

I am very happy I go in for a fill on Friday because my appetite has seemed to return not like before but it scares me and I don't want to regain the 24 pounds I lost post op. I have read this is referred to as bandster hell. Has anyone else heard this before?