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Hi! I am 3 days out from surgery. Yesterday was bad....I did a lot of crying and had a lot of buyers remorse. Today was better, a hot shower and a short walk down the street made the difference. I am craving food that I know I can't have like bread and sweets. Sticking with the Protein Shakes and Soup. How is everyone else doing?

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I got banded on 3/17. I think I cried on day 3 too. It's really tough. I haven't cried since though. I think it's different phases you go through. Tomorrow I'm on to puréed foods so it's little milestones along the way. I keep telling myself in the end it will all be worth it. Hang in there. You know that this is the best decision you made for you and your health!

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Banded on 3-26! Doing great, no buyers remorse here! No crying (thankfully). Sticking with Protein Shakes and Protein broth. Port site is getting better but still sore! I can see a big diff in the swelling. I have been walking and moving about but I have found I tire out rather quickly. I hope your remorse gets better! I bet you have the worst part behind you! Take care!

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Banded 3/25 - I got depressed yesterday when we went to a party & there was all my favorite foods that I couldn't have. I'm really hungry but sticking to the diet. Can't wait to have the first fill so I can feel like I'm full! I've been diligent about going to the gym, which has helped with the shoulder gas pain.

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Wow!! The gym! I'm exhausted walking around my house! You are doing really well! I haven't been out much because my bra hurts my incision. I'm ready for a fill also because I feel nothing! I think I have more head hunger than anything.

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Hi there!

I was banded on 3/13. The first two weeks post-op are the most challenging because of the craving for just a little flavor! I am nearing the end of my pureed week and feeling good (scrambled eggs have been amazing). I still don't feel restriction, however, my doctor said I wouldn't until after a fill (which I am getting on April 9). He said to focus on healing the stomach and exercising. Keep up the great work---each week gets better and better with more food options!

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This may be slightly personal but for all of you who have had your band placed in the last week, when did you finally have a bowel movement? I've been taking Metamucil with my Protein Shakes but everything is still liquid...wasn't sure when this part will happen? Help!

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I was banded on 03/13/2014, and will be on Soups and other liquids only until April 28. No scrambled eggs allowed for me. It's hard and although I didn't cry, I was immediately aware of being crabby! It passed though. Now my challenge is to avoid visual food triggers like commercials. I'm okay but when the ads come on, it's hard, so I flip the channel. I'm seeing weight loss and that's keeping me motivated.

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I didn't have a bowel movement till 3 days out..and I was taking Miralax.

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Banded on 03/20/14. Feeling great. Still having issues with bowel movements.LOL. But, walking has helped a lot

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Banded on March 11th one month ago today!!

first couple of weeks were ruff , had my first fill on the 2nd of April and loving my band and this new chapter in my life.

the weight is coming off slowly but it's coming off at least.

My biggest hurdle was social dinner on the 9th and it didn't go so well, I had to leave the Resturant fast to throw up as the ladies room was full and I had just been talking away with friends and didn't pay attention to what my band was telling me...well I wont make that Mistake again.

next fill on the 16th instead of the 21st as we have lots of company coming in the week of the 20th But I am not sure I need it at this point as I have a lot of restriction still, but we will see what the N.P. has to say.

Love to hear how everyone is doing keep the posts coming

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Banded on March 11th one month ago today!!

first couple of weeks were ruff , had my first fill on the 2nd of April and loving my band and this new chapter in my life.

the weight is coming off slowly but it's coming off at least.

My biggest hurdle was social dinner on the 9th and it didn't go so well, I had to leave the Resturant fast to throw up as the ladies room was full and I had just been talking away with friends and didn't pay attention to what my band was telling me...well I wont make that Mistake again.

next fill on the 16th instead of the 21st as we have lots of company coming in the week of the 20th But I am not sure I need it at this point as I have a lot of restriction still, but we will see what the N.P. has to say.

Love to hear how everyone is doing keep the posts coming

Hi Karad! Thanks for posting.... I just got filled on Wednesday so I've been on liquids. I still have not felt restriction although today I am moving on to mushy foods again. I am nervous about feeling the restriction for the first time. I will keep you posted!

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I was banded on 3/4 and I should get my first fill on Monday. My doctor put 3cc in my band at surgery so I have felt some restriction but not much. It has been will power to help me get through these last few weeks. Well good luck everyone!

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How's everyone doing??? I am 3 weeks out from being banded, feeling pretty good but a little frustrated about no weight loss :/ following the docs orders but I feel like my body must hate me! Definitely went back to work a little too early...I guess live and learn! I am also having some issues with tiring a lot more easily but I don't want to take the drugs the doc offers...anyone else in the same boat?

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I tired very easily for about a week. Don't get discouraged, your weightloss will come. You are still in the healing phase. What types of food have you been eating?

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