WindyGirl

I was banded on 12/13 and there were times when I wondered why I went through with the surgery. I feel hungry every day and have a hard time getting my Protein shakes down. I did lose 15 pounds but since I started the pureed stage of my diet I havent lost any weight since. I know its hard, I had times when I snuck a few pieces of sugar free chocolate candy and then felt sooo guilty afterwards. We had a xmas party at work last Thursday and I ate 2 pieces of fudge and 4 small sugar Cookies and felt horrible! I have to learn to accept my mistakes and start fresh each morning. Hang in there! The band is a tool to help our stomach but we need to work on the way we think about food.

Finally home after surgery. Having more pain and discomfort than I expected, but after reading some of the posts on here, I guess its from the gas. I worry about getting up from a sitting position cuz I dont want to strain my inscisions. Any one else nervous about opening their incisions or am I overworrying??

Fellow banders, Has anyone else experienced this... I've had dozens of family and friends tell me to "eat it up" while I can before my surgery. Others criticize me for having it done before a holiday because I will be excluded from family meals. But food is what got me into this situation in the first place. I have been avoiding family get togethers because of the negative comments I've been getting. Any thoughts? Windy

Hi there! I'm also getting banded on the 13th!! I am 33 and a mother of four, one daughter and 3 boys. I am so excited for my surgery date!!! I am not sure what to expect as far as weight loss goes. I am hoping to lose at least 10 pounds before New Years but I hear that might happen. Good Luck:)