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Welcome Kelly! At first it is hard to drink a lot b/c of swelling, but everyday will get better. I had a problem with drinking to big of sips at first and had to learn small sips constantly. Jean McMillian author of Bandwagon told me 1oz every 15 mins.and that helped. In 1 wk you will be able to drink close to 64oz. Best of luck on your journey! Post often!

Thanks PG for sharing the link!

Thanks Missy for sharing your story! Since I'm just starting out, of course I have to follow orders. Real food Nov16! But be sure my first plateau, the book will already been read. I also look up to your advise & support. I bet finally breaking your plateau was a great feeling, congrats!

Drink a lot of water to help push toxins out. You're almost there, hang on!

Thoughts & prayers heading your way! Keep us posted!

Everyday will get better & better !

How much protein are you getting? My Dr would rip me a new one if I was doing baby food or protein shakes. He wants me on real food 3oz protein and then good carbs at every meal. I have a friend who cancels her appt with him b/c she knows he'll yell at her for relying on protein shakes and not real food. I'm suppose to have 60 gr protein a day. Best wishes on your journey!

Congratulations on WL& diabetes! That is awesome! I had a cardiologist like your GP, before banding. Lost 30 lbs, not one freaking word, gain 2 lbs and you would have thought it was 50lbs. It's like , how about some positive reinforcement? Best of luck on your continued journey!

Chez, who you calling crazy?? Congratulations Jason! Starting a new walk in life is very exciting. Keep us posted. Best Wishes on your journey!

Just keep sipping or chewing ice chips. I remember being sooooo thirsty and not being able to drink enough, it won't last long.

Everyone is here to support you on this journey. Have any questions, give us a try. Keep up with your walking! Keep us posted!

I had that first week and whenever I drank to fast or to much.

Heating pad on back helps that a lot.

Great quote! Words to live by!

Thoughts & prayers with you for tomorrow! You'll be fine, just remember to follow Drs orders , walk ,walk,walk, sip,sip,sip. First 48hrs is the toughest because of swelling, the pain is like you did too many sit ups and everyday it gets better and better. Best Wishes on your journey!

Best wishes! You know you can do this!

That is funny! I wonder if they want anyone to know? Good luck on your journey!

Go to "View His profile" next to his post and when it goes to his profile, click on friend request at the top.

Whose having the last laugh???

I would think they were talking a psych eval?

Congratulations on taking the first step in gaining back your health! The 6mths will go by quickly. I had to do the 6mths also. Stick around here and learn all you can. Best wishes!

Oh , and I'm sorry you have to deal with a worthless d**k for a partner. Your taking control of your health and you should be proud!

Congratulations! You will feel like you've done thousands of sit ups and the first 48 hrs is the roughest , b/c of swelling and then it gets better & better everyday. You did great with pre-op and you'll do great post-op too! Follow Drs orders, walk,walk,walk and sip, sip, sip. Best wishes on your new healthy journey!

I think Missy is right. I had same thing from bandages.