New kid on the block...or band rather.

[bandedbeautiful 0]

Hello everyone.

My name is Nicole. I'm 19 years old. I was banded on December 16th, 2008 at 8am. I was reading this forum pre-op, and your posts really gave me confidence. I hope that we can share our trials, temptations and our incredible happiness together. I'm looking forward to reading and replying to all of your comments.

Merry Christmas!

-Nicole.

[jewels41 0]

hi Nicole, Im julie and I was banded shortly after you on december 19th. Merry christmas to you too.. so how are things going post op for you? I have been really lucky not alot of pain. But sure would like to have some cottage cheese, soon but not yet... lol

[smsmithart 4]

Welcome to lbt ..glad to have u...drink lots of Water it helps with the head hunger...

[SweetZ 1]

Hello everyone.

My name is Nicole. I'm 19 years old. I was banded on December 16th, 2008 at 8am. I was reading this forum pre-op, and your posts really gave me confidence. I hope that we can share our trials, temptations and our incredible happiness together. I'm looking forward to reading and replying to all of your comments.

Merry Christmas!

-Nicole.

Congrats and good luck! BTW, your sig my one of my favorite quotes... major kool points!

[hmeller 0]

:biggrin: Hi Nicole,

I was banded on 12/17/08. I had my first post op appt today. I am not hungry and I have to force myself to eat. I drink lots of Water. Sip Sip. That seems to really help. If I can share anything else with you let me know. I'd love to help!

Heather

[bandedbeautiful 0]

Hello again.

I'm having terrible pain in my left shoulder. It's worse than the pain i had 4 days ago in my right shoulder. I know it's from the air, but seriously...OUCH! The only way it feels slightly better is if I hold it up in the air, or keep it extended. When will the pain stop?

[hmeller 0]

If it is not better by 12/24 I would let the doctor know. I had a mild case of muscle strain on my left side. Your pain may just be manifesting itself in a different location. Icing for 20 min on and heat for 20 mins will ease the muscle. Just be careful not to over do it.

[bandedbeautiful 0]

Guess what!?!?!?

On my one week post-op appointment today (12/23/08) they weighed me.

I lost 15 pounds!!!!!!!

In one week! Oh my goodness I was so excited to see that the band is actually doing it's job!

Congrats to all who have lost weight. This is a great way to Celebrate Christmas this year.

MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL!!!

[hmeller 0]

Congrats!!!!! Merry Christmas !!