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I am having so much trouble eating regular food. I have to put almost everything in the blender.. Does this sound like my band may be too tight!

Congrats!! I had my band done 60 days ago and have lost 44 pounds as of Monday!! I do so love my band

Finally made a protein shake I really enjoy!! In a blender put 6-8 ounces of skim milk two Splenda packets a couple of drops of vanilla extract some ice cubes and one scoop of chocolate Pure Protein Whey Powder. You can purchase the Pure Protein in a 2 lb. tub for 19.99 at Walmart. Blend on liquiefy and it makes the BEST chocolate protein shake. I tried it in a shaker before and I couldn't stand the smell!! My new way in the blender is like a Frosty from Wendy's!! I am 4 days postoperative and now pain free,good luck everyone!!!

I know that feeling! Just banded on July 23rd. Found I very quickly I'm not quite ready for cold drinks . Last night was the worse with the pain and bloating not able to get comfortable .. Feeling much better today.. Congrats all newly banded

Thank you so much for the words of encouragement!! I'm sure it is the IV fluids we have just started on this journey and I know we will do great!!

Surgery in the morning!! Can't believe it's finally here. Have lost a total of 17 pounds on the two week preop diet!! Congrats all that are banded and those waiting to be banded!!

We will make it!!! So excited for the journey,lost 14 pounds to date on liquid diet!!! WOOHOO!!

Also getting my band on the 23rf.. Five more days to go!!! Excited !!!

Thank you msnesha for the advice! I have been doing good on the liquid diet so far. So happy for you that you got your band,ready to join you ???Š

I will start my liquid diet on 7/9. Will have two protein shakes per day and soup for dinner.. This will be for two weeks hoping I don't have any slip ups. Gonna try sugar free gum and hard candy to not think about snacking.. Anybody got any suggestions?

JULY 23rd!!!!!

I'm also worried about making sure I chew my food good enough.My surgery date is scheduled for July 23rd. I know we will be successful and utilize our bands to drop the weight we need to! Best of luck everyone

I just got my call that my surgery is scheduled for July 23rd as well!!! ilikebunnies we will be July babies together!!!! I'm excited and nervous at the same time!!!!!

Does anyone know what percentage I will have to pay out of pocket for the lap band? I have medicare