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Popsicles are wonderful anytime. I really enjoyed them right after my surgery. The cold is really soothing. Of course, living in AZ anything cold is nice.

Yes, my alien baby makes all sorts of embarrassing noises sometimes. Not as much not as it did the first week but she's still in there. Keep focused on moving forward.

I'm taking biotin, lots of protein, and my multi. Hopefully, it will help as I really don't want to suffer from hair loss. One thing I wanted to point out is whenever you are put under, or put on different meds, you will see a difference in your hair and nails. I see it all the time with clients and sometimes it takes months to show up so people don't' make the connection with their surgery or illness. Have to say, I'm a little concerned about being a hair stylist with no hair. good luck, j~

I'm eating fish! What is everyone else having tonight? Pre op or Post op, I'm curious what your eating or drinking. Have fun recipes you want to share? What works best for you and what doesn't. In honor of summrsue, no fried chicken strips plz

we could talk about a running brook.......... seriously... where is our 125 members? Ya'll are out there. I can feel you lurking!

summrsue, I'm so glad you posted. I haven't lost anything either (4lbs since surgery), although ppl around me say they can see it. HA! I've like to know where. But Deb is right, neither one of us has had a fill yet and we're still healing. I've also heard this is pretty normal until we get our first fill. Personally, it's frustrating because I feel like I should be losing for what little I eat. I also started my TOM AGAIN yesterday and my scale always jumps up when that happens so I feel like I back to square one. OK, so that was my debbie downer voice...... Now the rest of the story, I had my first "episode" with feeling any restriction Sat when I was between clients, hadn't eaten all day, and I took two quick bites of a Lean Cuisine. OMG! I felt like my chest was going to explode. Talk about crazy. I felt like crying, had the hiccups, couldn't talk and trying to be polite all at the same time. My client showed up right as I took my second bite and I had to excuse myself 3 times. Felt like I was trying to shallow an elephant butt first. Ended up getting rid of it, THANK GOODNESS! Not sure if it was the Pasta or the amount I didn't chew but holy crap I don't want to do that again. I've also heard fried foods are tough. I threw away the whole plate of food and didn't eat again for 4 hrs. and nibbled. Humble me now Lord! I think we all have to remember this is a process, not a quick fix. I also have to add that anyone who ever says to me that I took the easy way out better guard their chest. I may just punch them with all my force and say "how easy was that?"... KIDDING.. well maybe not totally. Deb is right... we have to keep pushing forward and blaze away. I just want you to know your not alone here. I'm counting ounces and the days till I get my fill. OH... my doc gave me meds to take for 30 days for the heartburn. Might want to call your doc. BIG BEAR HUGS Sweetness~

Deb you'll be great! Sounds like your on track. I stocked up as well and I'm still working through my stuff. Keep posting and you have a great day too

Looking back I think I was expecting to bounce back a lot faster. Glad I took the week off the just relax and heal. I'm 3 wks out now and my only advice is don't expect to lose a ton of weight right off the bat. I have to keep in mind that I haven't had a fill yet so I guess I expected too much too soon with regards to weight loss. I just keep pluggin away and eating properly. I haven't really eaten any breads and so far I've done very well with that. A lot easier to give up than I thought I would. Pain wasn't horrible after surgery just general soreness all over. I only did the pain meds for 32 days so I really can't complain. Just be kind to yourself. It's a journey, not a quick fix.

I was banded in TJ and don't have stitches, just the glue. I was banded by Dr. Ortiz and it went great. I will be going back for my fills as well. I would call your doctor and ask about it.

I gained when I started eating food again and I'm still working on getting back down and I'm 3 weeks out tomorrow. Yes, I think it's just the way it goes. I can't wait to get my first fill now.

Sometimes you body holds onto fat because it thinks your going to starve it. Give it time.

Very well said summrsue! I lost about a lb a day until I started eating softy food, then I gained 4 lbs. It was hard but I also have to tell myself that I haven't had a fill yet. I know it's a personal decision but for me it was the right one. As far as reading all the failures, I choose to focus on the positive input and successes from SO many on this site. Yes, there are risks, yes I know it doesn't work for some but it WILL work for me. I decided that with as much certainty as getting banded. As far as not eating for 2 wks after... it's really not that bad. Honestly, the first week or so, I didn't want to eat. Now, I eat very little and I'm content. NOT starving. Again it's a personal decision but know that cold feet are normal.

bummer

I use milk normally. If I'm really treating myself I add fruit, fat free pudding, or yogurt and ICE. Makes them taste like milk shakes. My new BF is our bullet. Handy little blender.

Welcome to the group!

I started with mashed potatoes, soups, fish. I'm still eating soft foods and was banded 4/2. I don't feel restriction but I sure don't want to mess up my band either. Only time I find I have a hard time is if I eat too fast. Gotta slow myself down. I'm taking baby steps,

That's fantastic news! j~

I have told only a hand full of ppl about being banded for exactly that reason. I really don't want some skinny minny telling me all I have to do is run 5 miles a day and the weight will drop off. OKAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAY no! I didn't run laps when I was 12, why on earth would I want to do that now? I know I need to exercise but I know I never would have been able to get this fat off just with exercise.

LOVE IT!!! Just saying....

115!!! I love this group

"HOLLA" More recipes plz

sweet! Your week will go quickly! woot woot

Pretty your going to do great. You've already started your journey will great success! Keep us posted and I'm sending my most positive vibes your way! hugs, j~

That's great Tracie. Thank you!

We are up to 112 members now! That's a good number to watch go UP I really appreciate you all being here, sharing your experiences and feelings. It really does help, so keep posting! Maybe something you say, however silly YOU may think it is, will help someone on their journey. I know this group has been awesome for me. ((((((big hugs)))))) julie~