Newbie banded June 2, 2007! Woo Hoo!

KatieDarling · June 12, 2007

I'm Kate and live in Prescott, AZ...40 years old with 6 gorgeous children and 1 grandchild. Banded June 2, 2007 in Mexicali Mexico by Dr. Aceves (a perfectly wonderful experience!). 283 lbs the day before surgery, as of this morning I am down to 265 lbs. Dr. Aceves likes his patients on Clear liquids for 10 days then full liquids for 3 weeks. So I am still with broth, Water, juice and Jello. I use Isopure clear Protein Drinks (2 a day) and liquid vitamins too. Not hungry which surprises me. Seem to be healing nicely, still dealing with some bloating though. I just walk, walk and keep walking Papaya Extract and Ginger also seem to be helping.

This has been a life altering decision. Ready to make the change and looking forward to feeling healthier. I have been over weight most of my teenage and adult life. I topped out at 299 lbs in August 2004 when I gave birth to my youngest daughter.

Right now I am trying to concentrate on healing and will focus on weight loss after the first 5 weeks has gone by. Then I will be including 5 days of exercise per week and some swimming too. I am so excited. This aspect of my life has been so out of control, it's great to be doing something about it. The Band will be a great tool as I change my eating and exercise habits!