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sunny2010's Blog
 

After Band Eating Questions and Books..

Sooo.. I have been given alot of verbal info as to what to eat after being banded but I know as soon as its done Im going to freeze up and not know what the hell to do or how to do it. Is there a book thats good out there that breaks it down step by step for you or is there any information anyone would be willing to email me. The closer I get the more I think about this and honestly I am starting to freak out. I feel like Im going to be banded and then be alone and have no one to call or ask. I am going to be like this crazed crack head not eating right and googling everything to figure out what the heck to do. I see so many of you asking questions on here and I can picture myself doing that now. But really when it comes down to it things like I am in panic mode
sunny2010

sunny2010

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Diary of a Banded Chick
 

2nd Fill

The 2nd fill didn't tickle. Not sure if that's good or bad. Felt one or two stabs but nothing bad at all. I do feel fuller now. i can still eat 16 oz of food which is not good but if I stick to the pouch rules I don't get hungry as quickly and I've lost 4 lbs.   The hardest part is not drinking while eating! That has been ground in you since you were little. Drink lots of water while you eat and before. Now its don't drink anything while you eat or 15 minutes before or 30 after. However I can feel the difference when I don't drink.   Lets hope the weight loss continues. My next fill is in February !
crystalmarble00

crystalmarble00

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Blog 2207
 

January 29, 2011

Today is Saturday.......Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and then Wednesday is SURGERY DAY! I don't think it has completely sunk in.   Three days ago I had the colonoscopy. The prep went ALOT better since the surgeon dialated the stricture. I kept telling everyone at the surgery center that the doctor "promised" I would not wake up during the procedure this time. The nurse came out to the reception area and informed us that hubby wouldn't be able to go with me. They were extremely busy and space was at a minimun. I got into my lovely hospital gown was seated in a reclining type chair and answered all the same ole questions. The nurse started my IV, I talked to the anetheologist (he was kind of a crazy dude...and funny) and we talked in length about the fact that I would be getting Propofol and that I would NOT be waking up during the procedure! After that I just reclined in my chair and watched TV.   The nurse told hubby the procedure would start at 9 and I could be done as soon as 9:20. When the clock read 9:35 and I was still waiting, I asked a volunteer lady if she would please to tell hubby that the procedure had not even started. She was a sweet elderly lady. When she came back she told me she called my hubby's name and he started to JUMP up (bless his heart, he was nervous) and she had to tell him that I was still in the waiting area.   The nurse grabbed the back of my lovely gown and had me walk down the hall and into the procedure room. The doc was there (with a med student), a new nurse, a nurse anesthetist and some one else. They had me lay back and they hooked me up with the electronde thingys on my chest. The anesthetist said, "I'm going to give you some Versed to relax you". After a bit I felt a tiny bit woosey and he asked if I felt anything, I said yes, but was listening to the doc explain to the med student about my previous stricture, asking the nurse to get the balloon thingy (as he planned to restretch it) and everything else going on. They asked me to turn over on my left side, and the next thing I new I was in the recovery area and my hubby was kissing me awake. It was rather pleasant! hahaha   After that I was asked to please pass air as much and as often as I pleased....so I did. I was given some hot chocolate and soon got to get dressed (with hubby's help) and go home.   Yesterday I had an MRI with contrast of my kidneys. The colon surgeon ordered the ultrasound and it showed some differences in the arteries between my right and left kidneys. I don't know any specifics or the results of the MRI yet. I was very nervous when the tech came in with the IV stuff. I told her no one told me I would need that and that I had a reaction to some contrast during a CAT scan before. She told me that it was my choice, that they could do the test without it, but the contrast makes the test much clearer. So, I agreed. They gave me an inflatable type of bulb thing to press if I had any problems while in the machine, but I didn't.   I think the head cold I had last week never really went away. I started feeling cruddy again last night. My nose is stuffy and my throat feels scratchy and I'm so tired. I'm back on Claritin D again!
KabinKitty

KabinKitty

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newmenewlife's Blog
 

new life, new me

Hello everyone, so this year i have made the year to change things in my life. Starting with trying to lost weight then accteping God back into my life and over all just have a peac of mind. i told myself that this year i will not limit myself nor will i let myself go back to my old aways.    
newmenewlife

newmenewlife

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Blog 101828
 

Ready, Set, Go!!!! Almost on my way, but why so negative?

Hello everyone, wanted to post that I am going to be starting my 2 week diet on the 1st and I am super excited. I went to some local stores to look at shakes. My Md office recomended shakes that have over 20protein and I am to take 2 a day. What shakes were the best that you all used? Anyway my set date is the 14th of Feb and I can't wait. I will be joining ZUMBA classes next week so I am sure that will help lose some weight. I am a little upset at all the negative people that tell me it cant be done or that I have too much weight too lose and this will not work. I don't want to hear that but some people in my life keep telling me this and trying to persuade me not to get the surgery. I believe this is my choice and they should accept it. Sorry I am a little upset. Well wish me luck in my 2 week diet. Oh, by they way I lost 4 pds and don't even know how or from where lol... Best of luck to those also getting the band in Feb.
Alikitty

Alikitty

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Blog 98337
 

ughhhhh

................. well i went to see my doctor yesterday and i was nervous and scared~ i really didnt want to get on the scale i was like ughhh the CHRISTMAS holiday break was over and i was home for almost two weeks... and alot has been going on~ ive been doing good but i was still NERVOUS... so i get on the scale and it was 341 i was like WOW...... i lost 7lbs..... i was EXCITED and soooo proud of myself... i can actually say i think im gonna do it.... im sooo proud....
shellydaisy86

shellydaisy86

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cgblake's Blog
 

Can't Drink Water Without Belching!

Hi Everyone,   I had my Lap Band surgery on Monday January 24 and it seems as though I can't swallow water or anything without belching. I am currently on an all liquids diet. I am also having a lot pain in my back. any advice for this new bander?        
cgblake

cgblake

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ErinMarie's Blog
 

Other blog!

So I was going to start using this blog for my weight loss, but I seemed to have forgotten it and then just used another I had ...this is the link for anyone that is interested! I'm following every detail of the process even though I'm still in the 'waiting for approval' stage.   here's the link: http://wtfovaries.blogspot.com/   Enjoy!
ErinMarie

ErinMarie

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PPPBand's Blog
 

3...2...1...Blastoff

Just 3 days to my lapband surgery and the anxiety is getting high... The bariatric nurse at the hospital gave 5 of us (all band patients) a 2 1/2 hour seminar about the procedure from start to finish...She was amazing!! Today I got my Final Final Final clearance from my physician and he is extremely happy for me. I have so much great support and I am soooo ready for this...I want to join the weight loss party so badly!! I see so many bandsters losing weight and it gives me such inspiration and motivation. I hope that I will also be an inspiration for someone in the coming weeks, months and years!! Got all my meds and vitamins and protein supps today as well. Am going food shopping for my stage 2 diet for tomorrow...egg whites, low fat cottage cheese, yogurt, cream of wheat...etc...Also going for the pre-op haircut cause I gotta be stylin at the hospital when I meet my new band...Can't beleive its here...Bring it!!   Peace
PPPBand

PPPBand

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platinumbells' Blog
 

From: Patient for 13 years

Source: Patient for 13 years   Thank you for your support and reasoning. Complications were caused from having a high BMI (64). Another $1800 dollars for staying the extra days. And yes, this took all of my savings for this surgery....but I think and feel it was a good investment.
platinumbells

platinumbells

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Blog 92086
 

Updated Weight Change Timeline

Starting weight measured 12/03/2009: 288 First consulting appt 06/14/2010: 273 (-15) Last appt with Dr B4 Surg 09/09/2010: 262 (-11, total loss of 26) Weight day of surgery 09/15/2010: 254 (-8, total loss of 34) Weight at two week c/u 09/30/2010: 239 (-15, total loss of 49) Weight at first fill 10/26/2010: 235 (-4, total loss of 53) Weight as 11/08/2010: 228 (-7, total loss of 60) Next fill appt was supposed to be 12/09/2010- port flipped (they think) 1/25/11 - Port Revision surgery. Turns out the way my body is shaped was making the port sit funny. 1/28/11- Weight 223 (-5, Total loss of 65)
sara31

sara31

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dlflightgirl's Blog
 

The begining

Hey all,   Getting the Sleeve done in Costa Rica in a week. I'm a lot excited and a little scared. I'll have tons of support as my husband and parents will be traveling with me. I'm not sure if it's for support or they are using me as a reason to visit that beautiful country. J/K. I'm a little worried as I was not given any diet to try before surgery. I'll keep you updated as much as I can. Surgery set for Feb 8th.
dlflightgirl

dlflightgirl

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Blog 95523
 

Finding Time

I am officially six months out from surgery and down 55 lbs. I have been stuck at the loss for about 3 weeks. I know that I need to exercise. I am just trying to find the time...I know that is a tired excuse. However, when I look at my days, I truly wonder...where to find the time. I am doing the blog during my late lunch. I get up at 6:00 to cook breakfast before sending my children off to school. I work from 7:00 to 3:00. At 3:00, I start dinner for my twins who just started middle school. They eat, do a little homework before going out the door to take my daughter to swimming and my son to wrestling. Then, I pick up the 2 high school students and run them home to eat. By this time we are looking at 6 to 6:30 ish. I make sure they have dinner before going back out the door to pick up the 2 middle school students again. When that is all said and done...I am home by 8 in the evening...minus the nights that the 2 in high school have their swim meet or wrestling match. Then, comes the weekend..swim meet on Saturday and wrestling on Sunday for the youth sports. Of course this is in addition to all of the house work and cleaning. I quess I can just say.....I can't wait until the winter sport season is over. We are all going to take a break and just go to the YMCA together. I know I could get up in the morning. However, I get up twice during the night to put wood on the fire that heats our home....especially after last months $500 electric bill (used the electric heat instead of wood...big mistake). However, I do have so much to be thankful for.....we had a snow day. I went to bed at 7:30. I woke up to find that my children had cleaned the downstairs. It was spotless. There was not one dirty dish left in the sink. Now anyone with children knows that is a true miracle. As they see how busy I am, they have all really stepped up to the plate to help out. My husband who has been working out of town....is coming home this weekend. Yeah!!!!! He is always so appreciative and does everything when he is home. And....I feel better than I have felt in years. It amazes me how much more energy I have with the 55 lb weight loss. I cannot imagine if my husband had to work out of town before my lapband. I don't think I could have done what I have this winter. Oh well.....I am thankful for this blog. Instead of rewarding myself with food ....for all of my hard work. I just vented and feel so much better!!!!!
Dadkins8

Dadkins8

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JuLz68's Blog
 

Day 5 after Lap Band!

Today is day five for me. The pain is minimal but I am terrified that I will get something lodged in my band and I will start puking. I do struggle a bit with taking all my medications that I need to take. I use a pill splitter and a scissor, but still it is a struggle. To get the water and pills down without filling my pouch. I am sure I will adjust in time. I am feeling some cravings of foods I loved pre-banding but know that it is not something I can having right now. For Instance, I would love to go purchase a hamburger from McDonald's. A big juicy one like a McDouble...hmmmm. I don't know why I am craving things like this now, when I didn't really like them before. Hooray I am down 19 pounds total today!!! I do have several friends now that are watching hows this works for me and then if it is successful they will do it. It seems like a bit of pressure, probably pressure I don't really need right now. ..
JuLz68

JuLz68

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Rachel Banded...
 

What else can I blend?

I am taking full advantage of my ge personal blender that I have talked about before on my blog. My husband keeps saying "i told you you needed a magic bullet" So glad he found this one a lot cheaper and just as good. So anyway today is post op day three. Feeling better the pain is getting better every minute starting to feel like I have a little energy. This morning a friend on LBT said she had some oatmeal so of course I looked in my band bible and there it was Oatmeal. So Jason <my husband> had to go to the store STAT. Maple brown sugar warm and I may have made it a little thick but i blended it in my GE blender and mixed a little protein powder <unflavored of course> and yummy heaven!!! I am sure I ate too much and too fast but I only ate like a fourth of a cup. Then I swallowed my water wrong and oh lord the coughing fit that followed i thought I would bust open and don't me started on my first sneeze post op that happened this morning with no warning or ability to guard my tummy. I have come up with some creative protein shakes but can not seem to get the portion size right and always have a lot left over and not sure how much of the protein powder I am getting. I guess it is all trial and error and mind set. I use to always say my eyes are bigger then my stomach and now I guess it is true. I am going to have to pretend I am fixing a plate for a two year old instead of myself. I will tackle another shower in a little while and hope that I have the energy to wash my hair. Having trouble as well fitting in vitamins and water and protein and everything else that is required. I guess it is trial and error and its only day three. Hope all is finding my fellow banders well this morning. I guess my wisdom for today....   Patience and the mulberry leaf becomes a silk gown -Chinese Proverb     xoxoxo Rach  
~*~Rachel~*~

~*~Rachel~*~

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The Sweet Spot
 

1/28/11 Simple Addition

1. ('The Beast') + (Snowblower Virgin) = Can someone please tell me if it's even possible to use one of these without it all blowing back into your face?   2. (Teething Kitten...I thought only puppies chewed shoes) + (Asparagus Fern) = (What greets me every morning) My plants will all be bald soon. 3. + = The Fill that Wasn't: Apparently the doc's my hospital were getting to take over the practice have been changed before they arrived. They called to cancel my long awaited fill appointment and promised they would call me with new availability very soon (they mentioned a few days)... ...that was three weeks ago... ...still holding onto (by my fingernails...make that my LB) 160-165... :-( Have I mentioned lately how important the Sweet Spot is?
Band_Groupie

Band_Groupie

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Thoughts on my journey
 

3 weeks out

Today I am 3.4 pounds from Onederland and just 6 pounds from my half way point. I just realized that at 197.4 I will be half way to goal weight! I have lots to be thankful for! My sleeve is a blessing!
Kimmes

Kimmes

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MissBritt's Blog
 

Still going...slowly

Hey everyone. Well I've been banded for a little over a year and I guess the discouragement is starting to hit me. I thought in a year I would lose over 100 lbs just like a lot of the stories I read on this site, but...I haven't. I realized from my surgeon and doctor that the weight comes off slowly but I guess after I hit a plateau that I couldn't conquer for months and months, it's hard to keep going on the right track. I have realized recently that I am having major acid reflux and heartburn that is most likely signaling that my band is too tight. I am very nervous about having fluid taken out just because of the fact that I haven't lost any weight in a while. I don't want the fluid being taken out to end up making me gain back any weight that I have lost. I guess I'm just looking for some encouragement to know that not everyone loses 100 lbs the first year...or is it just me? I have started back on my healthy diet and exercising regiment again so hopefully that will kick start everything for me. I wish you all the best of luck and thanks for reading this!    
MissBritt

MissBritt

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Blog 91651
 

UGHHHHHHHH

OK...so here I am. Had my consultation with the surgeon today. I still need to do the psych eval and get my pre-op clearance from my PCP. After the surgeons office receives my documentation they will submit for approval from Health Net. UGHHHHHHHH, more waiting. I am so tired of all of this crap and I want my band already!!!!! Surgeon said about 6 more weeks if all goes well. I am learning how to practice patience if nothing else. Just curious if anyone else has Health Net and what your experience was if you don't mind sharing.
minnie318

minnie318

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Rachel Banded...
 

No one light a match!

So today is the end of day two post op. Still surviving. Having the classic problems/symptoms. Pain in my left shoulder and both sides of my neck I assume is gas pain. Feels sharp like a knife but is tolerable. Walking does not seem to help this pain. There is pressure under my sternum that feels like literally someone is holding tight all the way to my back. My stomach is full of gas both ways and is rather uncomfortable to burp. Walking does seem to help this pain and Gas X does not seem to help. I am not hungry I am guessing due to the swelling and can make myself take a few bites of something every once and awhile through the day. Getting protein no sorry to say it there is no way for me to get enough right now. Hopefully in a few days when I can tolerate more I will be able to get enough in. I am being a little bad in having a half cup of coffee but its sooooo goood. I tolerated some egg drop soup and some potato soup so far. I did brave the shower gods though it wore me out. I am scared to death of getting nauseated and I did have a bout with it for a short time last night so I called my doctor to ask for something to have over the weekend but I think they were in clinic all day so hopefully I will hear back in am. I feel really tired and I don't see how anyone would be going back to work in a week thankfully my work doesn't allow light duty so I have no choice but to stay home. Coughing is the worst and so is getting up from my low couch. But again it is all tolerable with the pain meds. So I am surviving hopefully I continue to feel better and do not get too discouraged. Really trying to not get dehydrated but I just can't seem to get enough of anything in. I will keep trying though. But I swear a small country could use me as a natural gas resource at the moment. lol. Sorry for the TMI. xoxoxo Rach P.S. Here is a awful photo of me and my diego recovering.
~*~Rachel~*~

~*~Rachel~*~

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AmyH33's Blog
 

Ha Ha Food Demons

Today is post op day # 28, and I did GOOD! Had lots of water, tuna salad, protein shake, and some YUMMY taco lettuce roll ups. The only problem is that my ankles are swollen. I fell off the wagon a few days ago and had my fair share of baked lays for 3 days in a row. Lesson learned. But I WON today, so take that Food Demons!! :devil_smile:
AmyH33

AmyH33

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chriper's Blog
 

Fill too tight

Hello All I'm sorry I haven't been online but it's been a busy couple of weeks. I went in today for another fill and the doctor was going to give me 1.5cc's. Afterwards they gave me some water to drink and it would not go down! I was sitting there talking to the nurse practitioner and I just felt aweful. All of a sudden the water came back up. Thankfully there was a sink in the room so I didn't get any on either of us. They took out 5ccs of saline so my fill ended up being only 1cc. They think i'm getting to my sweet spot so hopefully I'll be there soon.   I have a question. About how much weight do you loose in a week with the band on average?
chriper

chriper

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Blog 65542
 

Hello LB Lifestyle I can do this!!!!

Hello LB Lifestyle I can do this!!!!   Living with the band as a lifestyle. Yes, I can say I am now living the LB Lifestyle. I am 83 weeks from my surgery, lost 110 pounds and I will have my 2 year bandversary at the end of June. I know what I am doing.   My weight has stayed the same for five months and I feel like a million bucks every time I look in the mirror. All of my clothes fit and I have a hard time trying to decide what to wear because I have so many choices now.   The only problem I have encountered during this adventurous journey is I must keep myself well hydrated. If I do not drink enough liquids I feel sick.   I have to have some kind of nourousing liquid going in at all times except at meal times.   I must say following all the bandster rules has also been key to my happiness and success on this journey.   I am starting the process to see if I want to have the "Nip and Tuck" . That is a lot to think about. I was told today it is a six week recovery. I am not sure I am ready for that. The paper work will be submitted to insurance and we will see just what they will or will not cover.   Sure is something to think about! Best wishes all my LB buddies. imaluckydog         I remember being so excited to get the LB and I am just as excited today to be as healthy and energetic as I am. I am never looking back. Those miserable days are gone forever. Hello LB lifestyle I can do this!!!    
imaluckydog

imaluckydog

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