February 2014 bandsters?

[Andy1 16]

Hi. I know how you feel I'm still on the liquid diet it's hard very hard but we will get to the end soon. Keep up with it

Good luck for Friday

[EmilyMikulec 21]

Scheduled for 2/27! It's almost here!!!! I've been on a liquid diet for almost two weeks I can tell I've lost weight cause my pants feel loose but I don't want to weight myself till surgery day! Exited and scared but mostly exited!

[starfish n coffee 157]

Scheduled for 2/27! It's almost here!!!! I've been on a liquid diet for almost two weeks I can tell I've lost weight cause my pants feel loose but I don't want to weight myself till surgery day! Exited and scared but mostly exited!

Congrats!!! We know how you feel.

[scubachick 58]

Scheduled for 2/27! It's almost here!!!! I've been on a liquid diet for almost two weeks I can tell I've lost weight cause my pants feel loose but I don't want to weight myself till surgery day! Exited and scared but mostly exited!

Woo hoo!!!

[scubachick 58]

Just an update. 2 weeks plus 1 day since surgery. I am feeling pretty great. I lost 6lbs in week 1...and this past week I didn't lose or gain. I know it's because I didn't eat enough....my body was hanging on. However I started mushy food yesterday and I am getting my Protein count so far. That will help I am sure. Saturdays are my designated weigh day.

I go for my first post-op appointment this coming Tuesday.

How are the rest of our February bandsters doing??

Edited March 1, 2014 by scubachick

[fatty2hottie 57]

How are the rest of our February banisters doing??

Good so far. I had my surgery a week ago and am still doing liquids. My body really wants regular food though. I ate a bowl of soggy Cereal and have had some oatmeal to help with that. My gas pain has subsided quite a bit. I don't feel bloated anymore. The past two days have been the hardest in terms of hunger. As my body recovers from surgery, the swelling in my stomach goes down.

I am still having issues sleeping well. I can only sleep on my back because if I try and lay on either side, I feel pressure around my port incision.

[MestizaBander 43]

Hi all. I only lost 6 pounds total for the 2 weeks on liquids. I started my mushies 2 days ago and I have lost an extra pound. I haven't exercised yet. I'm just now feeling normal again. I start working out Monday morning. My port area still swells throughout the day and that time of the month will be this week so I can't wait to see if it will be different. My first fill will be March 18. I can only eat 1/2 cup in one sitting and I usually stay full for 3 to 4 hours after that. I feel so mucho better and not as weak or tired now that I can eat.

[starfish n coffee 157]

Good so far. I had my surgery a week ago and am still doing liquids. My body really wants regular food though. I ate a bowl of soggy cereal and have had some oatmeal to help with that. My gas pain has subsided quite a bit. I don't feel bloated anymore. The past two days have been the hardest in terms of hunger. As my body recovers from surgery, the swelling in my stomach goes down.

I am still having issues sleeping well. I can only sleep on my back because if I try and lay on either side, I feel pressure around my port incision.

I am so glad you mentioned port pressure!! I thought it was just me!! Do you think that will ever go away?!

[fatty2hottie 57]

I am so glad you mentioned port pressure!! I thought it was just me!! Do you think that will ever go away?!

I sure hope so! I am usually a stomach sleeper so this whole sleeping on my back thing is torture.

My doctor said they attach the port with surgical mesh to keep it in place. I think that's where most of my pain is coming from.

[Amy C 31]

Hey all, I'm 2 weeks post op tomorrow and doing pretty good. I started mushies yesterday and I feel so much better after getting something in my stomach. I'm starting my exercise routine tomorrow and hoping my port soreness stays at bay. Keep up the great work everyone!!!!! :-)

[Andy1 16]

Hi Looking at everyones comments I think we all have the same issues. Its been one week from the op, having port pains most of the day, and have to be careful with shirts jumpers ect as they rub and make the stich areas sensitive. food still on liquids only until Friday. Dont know how much weight I have lost due to this diet but trousers are now slack! had to go out and buy some belts today.

[Andy1 16]

Oh yes This diet has upset the internal workings slightly, anyone else had problems or is it me? Glad of sena pod!!!

[Paigepatches 17]

Hi...Andy1, I have been in a battle with the BM since just after my surgery!!! Yes, the dietary changes have definitely upset that system! I started drinking Metamucil every morning:)

I will be 3 weeks out this coming Wednesday. I'm feeling good again ( except for the digestive woes) and have very little pain. I am now able to sleep on my right side, but not the left where the port is. My jeans are loose, which feels AWESOME!!! I am down 23 pounds since starting my pre op diet.

I'm still on soft foods but really enjoying some variety. I do get hungry every 3 or 4 hours. So, things are going pretty well. Nice to hear about how all the other February bandsters are doing:)

[MestizaBander 43]

I'm glad to hear we are all doing well! Tomorrow will be my first day back at the gym! I'm excited to start melting away :-)

[april_schronce 1]

I had my band put on feb 24th! I was in a lot of pain at first but now just at my port. My doctor used staples:( on my incisions except for where my port is. I have been on Clear Liquids so far! My husband says he thinks my breath has a funky odor since being banded, any one else experience this?

Edited March 5, 2014 by april_schronce