Michele1975

I completely agree..... 1. That before/after pics are very inspiring and I hope we get to see more! And 2. That Jenny looks amazing!

If they were prescribed to you, yes. If not, no and call your dr.

When was the last time you met with your nutritionist? You may be eating "healthy", but your portions are probably too large and a nutritionist can help you review what you should be eating and how much. All too often we think the food we are eating is healthy, when it really isn't. Restaurant salads, for example, are ridiculously high in calories and most people think of a salad as "healthy". We also tend to underestimate the amount of food we are eating, as well. If you don't already, start tracking your intake through a web-based tool like MyFitnessPal or SparkPeople.

My doctor says that is a very risky move. The procedure causes everything to swell up. If he "filled" the band there is a possibility that combined with the swelling it could close off completely. And since there is no way to predict how much a person will swell up from surgery nor how much restriction that person will need, it is a very risky move----one he'd rather avoid.

You look amazing! Great job!

I know----I can't wait!!! I have to know, what did you have for your first mushie?

Congrats on a great first week! I am on Post-Op day 3 and am really looking forward to mushies!

Other options: Meatballs Mini meatloafs (made in a muffin tin)

My nutritionist always says that it isn't necessary to eat "breakfast" foods in the morning. She recommends something high in protein..... Chili Turkey/cheese roll-ups Cottage cheese Chicken breast Etc.

Had my surgery yesterday and the nurse told me to do standing jumping jacks....just the arm movement. She said to do a set of 10 several times throughout the day and will say that it helps.

Wow! These are so fun! I woke up pretty clear headed, just like I had a nice long nap. The recovery nurse loved me and said she was sad to see me go. We just had nice normal conversations. Everyone kept saying, "oh, your wide awake!!!"

The worst part was the IV. My veins hide and are very small, so had a whole team working on me. I was also incredibly emotional....crying and everyone was concerned. The entire staff at the hospital was so wonderful. After the procedure, I felt great. My pain never got beyond a 3. I have some slight shoulder pain and nausea. I am so pleased with everything so far!!

I did it! I was banded this morning at 9am, discharged by 1:30pm. Came home took a 2hr nap and now I'm working on my first Protein shake while watching a movie.

Oh hon, I'm sorry.....it is really hard, isn't it? Drug addiction is ver different than food addiction.....we don't need drugs to live, but we do need food. That makes it very difficult. It sounds like you, like many of us, use food for comfort when you are feeling bad/mad/sad emotionally. I know I do. In order to be successful with the band, we need to find other ( healthy) ways to deal with our emotions. I'm proud of you for looking up the calories. You faced the truth instead if just "assuming" it was healthy. There are a lot of people who dont do that and then the complain the band doesn't work. I know I am going to work on other coping mechanisms. Going for a walk, journaling, drinking a cup if tea/coffee.....things that will help me process my emotions without putting me in a downward spiral........like a binge would. Good luck to you. Remember that when you make a mistake, pick yourself up, dust yourself off and start over.

On clear liquids today, which actually isn't too bad. I have a bad cold, so that is the worst part. I'm hoping my cold doesn't present any issues tomorrow morning!! I'm going to get plenty of sleep tonight and hope its not as bad in the morning.