Jenn_Kacz

I love MYFITNESSPAL! I have no idea how to add people or any of that though??? I believe my name is JennKacz if you want to find me

Hey Banders-

I am leaving town & will be spending 4 full days in a hotel for an amazing training with my in home party plan company. I have gone many years in a row, but this is my first trip being banded. I know for a fact eating 3 meals isn't really an option during this trip, so I am trying to come up with some ideas to get me through in a good way. Last night I went shopping & purchased beef Jerky, chicken salad & cracker kits along with Protein Bars. I also plan to bring hard boiled eggs & lunch meat to keep in my cooler along with whole grain tortillas. Am I on the right track?

My nutritionist will be calling me tomorrow for a phone discussion based on my above thoughts, I just want to see what you guys think & if you all have suggestions to offer. Thanks so much

I really just need to say reading these posts help so much! I had my 1st fill on Monday July 9th and I haven't felt much of a difference & I am hungrier BUT I am still pressing on. If I NEED a snack I normally resort to a Light String cheese & it usually helps. I failed to ask my md when I should have my next fill, but I assume it is when I can eat more than I currently can. I am guessing another couple of weeks out. I love this site & everyone's post, so thanks!

Alright friends, the lump is where my port is...the doctor said everything is normal & I am doing just fine My 1st fill was on Monday July 9th and I passed out LoL! I have never passed out before so it was quite the experience BUT I think it was nerves & lack of food. I am feeling good, no complaints. She said I would feel fuller faster, but I can't say that I have noticed that to much. I was only given 3.8 ccs, and I do notice I need to eat much slower & chew better. Thanks everyone!

I thought at first I could feel a little button size object under my skin near the largest scar on my left side, now I can't feel it but there is a lump. I have lost I believe 17 pounds in the last month & all is well, I am looking forward to my fill just nervous about that damn lump & no more little button sized object LoL!

I was banded June 7th and was told I had to wait 4-6 weeks, my first fill is this coming Monday July 9th-I am nervous but excited all at the same time! I am kind of shocked that yours is so soon...goodluck!!!

Alright, so I was banded June 7th. I destinctly remember being able to feel my port & now I can't? I also notice there is a lump near the area of the port scar. Is this normal, is or has anyone else experienced this? I am really nervous about it & planning to call my doctor tomorrow. My first fill is July 9th and I assume I am worrying over nothing, but I am a little worried. I notice I can eat more & I have cheated a little but not much. Thoughts, anyone!?!?

I have not been told no bread, not yet anyway-I'm still on liquids BUT I have been told NO STRAWS...as stated above it allows to much air/gas into the body & will cause uncomfy pains.

I had some pretty significant gas pains in my shoulders, however truth be told they did pass the more I moved. I am trying to stay strong with food, but lately have been chewing things & spitting them out. I know I need to stop that, I'm just so tired of liquids.

Nice to see many of us started this journey on the same day! Let's keep in touch

As of Thursday June 7th, I am officially banded! I am more than excited to start my journey & to rock it! I am on a liquid diet until this coming Thursday, after that puréed & if all goes well by the third week my soft Proteins such as fish. I'm super excited & today was easier than the first few. Anyone else a new bander, anyone had newbie suggestions? Can't wait to start talking to more like me...oxox!