MrsMoniqueRaphael

That would not make any sense. Why would the port be so far away from the band? Why run that extra tube through your body?

My doc wants me to try 30 grams of carbs a day. I belong to myfitnesspal also and 165 is ridiculous! he also wants me to get at least 70 grams of protein in. Since I am watching the other two, I'm not watching fat grams.

I drink regular coffee. I haven't had any problems. I am two weeks post op.

Welcome to the world of banded ones! I am a week out today and was barely sore. I had it easier than most. I only used my pain meds the first night and no gas pain. You'll do GREAT!

I'm so happy for you! I'll get there one day. You Go Girl!

I use the GNC Total Lean shakes. They come in swiss chocolate, strawberry cream and vanilla bean. To me they taste like milk shakes. 170 calories 6 grams of carbs and 25 grams of protein. I use the ready made shakes.

I admire you! You've come such a long way! Some lucky company will ****** you up soon and will offer you a lot more money than you were getting. Stay upbeat. Congrats on your weight loss!

I also refused to take pictures. Really ticked off my husband! We vacation a lot and I got tired of not being able to do excursions because I exceeded the weight limit. I am only 4 days post op but I am looking forward to being in all of our vacation shots!

Don't beat yourself up over it. It happens. Just pick yourself up and get back on the program. Just be more careful in the future. You'll be just fine!

How about chicken and dumplings? I would just stay away from the dumplings myself. Good Luck!

My surgery is tomorrow also! I'm so nervous, but excited to start my journey. I have to be at the hospital at 6am. Made a batch of clear liquid broth and I am ready to roll! Good luck to all my my May 10 surgery mates!

You'll do great! It'll be done before you know it!

My son is having a pool party at our house 2 days after my surgery May 10th. I told him not to expect any help from me. I don't mean to sound selfish, but I just didn't know what condition I would be in. He understands and was not hurt.

Wow 48 hours of liquid? I had 14 days! I've read that some people say they take papaya enzymes to help with food getting stuck. Anyone here heard about it?

I'm shooting for 140-145. I think I wore a size twelve at that weight. I'm going to set up small goals so that I don't overwhelm myself. Baby steps.....

I'm doing GREAT but craving a cheeseburger. No cheating. I am determined to do this!

I bookmarked it. Thanks for the info!

I had to see my primary care doc for 6 consecutive months and show a weight loss. Is that what you mean?

I'm going to get up the nerve to try spaghetti squash. Maybe that's an option. Good luck!

I had the same requirements that you had. Time flies by! I am being banded May 10th. Good luck on your journey.

I also wondered why everyone has diff pre-op diets. I am on a 14 day liquid diet. Doc says its so that it will shrink my liver and help him get to my stomach better. I drink 3 protein shakes a day. I'm also allowed sugar free jello and popsicles. I blend chicken noodle soup for dinner. I can also have crystal light. My only downfall is that I need to drink more water.

I puree chicken noodle soup. Also, cream of wheat is good. Doc says I can have runny grits but haven't tried that yet. he says as long as I can put it in a blender, it is ok. Good luck!

Go to GNC. they have a great shake that is low in carbs and taste great. I am on day 5 of my liquid diet and doing well. It does get easier. Good Luck!

I had to see my Family practice doc for 6 months also. He also insisted that I lose weight during that time. I lost 20 lbs. He said dieting now would make it so much easier after the band. I'm on my 2 week pre-op diet now and I think he was right. 6months will be gone before you know it! Good luck!

I'm so happy for you! One day I'll get there too!