A New New Dawn

Very well said!

Definitely this is a personal decision. I chose to tell a few people and it has worked out ok but it's really what your comfort level is. Just keep in mind that you may get questions if you are not eating or hobbling around. Not saying you have to tell them why, just be prepared how you want to field those types of questions if they come. Congrats on your upcoming surgery!!!

That is awesome! I have found myself crossing my legs recently and it is a weird feeling to do that after so many years but freakin' awesome to be able to. Congrats to you!!!

I think there may be a couple reasons. From your other posts, you are under a tremendous amount of stress right now. I have read about several people that felt their bands were tighter under extreme stress. Also, once we get closer to that infamous "green zone" and have more restriction, we can no longer gulp or chug water. I have to sip water or I feel that "lump" in my throat. Also, if you have irritated it by being stuck on any foods lately, that could be causing it to be tighter. Try drinking smaller sips and see if that helps. If not, you may need a slight unfill. I have been tighter too when my allergies and sinuses were bothering me in case that may be going on w/ you. Best wishes to you! I hope this passes soon.

I would strongly suggest you track your food and calories. You may be taking in too little or more than you realize. It can be an eye opening experience and you should be able to see where changes can be made. My NUT recommends about 1000 calories per day and 60+ grams of protein per day. Also, definitely up the exercise as that will help. Since you just joined the gym did they give you any time with a trainer or do they have workout classes you can do?

Like Minimi said, they are essentially the same but often high in sodium. If you can make your own, I always prefer that taste wise.

I hope you were able to contact your doctor about this. Please let us know what they say. Hope all is well.

It may be many things. However, you mentioned a boiled egg. I do not do well with boiled or scrambled eggs. You may find there are foods that you cannot eat any longer or need to prepare differently. When I get the burping it is usually my first sign that I am getting "stuck" or having difficulty w/ the food I am eating. After that happens I often have to keep to soft foods for a day or two and then I am fine. Since you had this since the egg, you may want to do a day of liquids or mushies then soft foods and in a couple days resume eating regularly. I have to think it may just be that boiled eggs are no longer your "friend". It seems odd because they are "soft" but they just don't work for me. I think eating them over medium does since they are softer and the liquid from the yolk helps them go down easier. Good luck to you!

After having "stuck moments" it can be irritated to where you have trouble w/ any solid foods. Many people do liquids or mushies for a day or two after being "stuck" and then resume solid foods.

I agree with Missy. Also, what I have noticed for me is this last fill I thought I was too tight (even after a slight unfill) and I realized I just needed to tweak/refine my eating habits even more. As we get more restricted we need to be very diligent about taking very small bites, chewing, pausing, etc. There are a couple foods I do not tolerate (scrambled eggs - though regular over easy are ok, and some breads). Aside from refining my eating, this last time I felt I needed another unfill, I stuck to liquids, mushies and soft foods for a couple days then resumed with eating smaller pieces, etc. I found I didn't need an unfill and it was just irritated from overdoing it after the fill. By doing liquids and soft foods for a couple days to let things settle. So I wasn't actually needing an unfill and had just irritated it with some scrambled eggs I had eaten. I never did get anymore removed and am doing well now. So to make a short story long (I am good at that), try taking it easy a couple days and then make sure to do tiny bites, waiting, chewing, etc and if you are still getting stuck perhaps a slight unfill is in order. At any point if you are feeling uncomfortable please consult your WLS for true medical advice. Good luck and best wishes to you.

I am so glad you saw your wls and are feeling "normal". Remember to stay on track though. Someone I work with has a leak in his band so currently has no restriction. He was telling me about eating gyros, whoppers and gaining weight. SMH, as he is losing control of himself. I am happy to hear you are doing well!

Also, make sure you are getting in enough liquids each day. I wasn't and that has helped me tremendously by upping my intake.

Yes, that is the one that takes the longest to heal. It will be sore longer and be more painful than others. I don't think mine felt ok for at least a month or more. Even at my six week appt, the doc reassured me I still had swelling and it would get better. Again, feel free to call doc. Hope your recovery is going well.

Best wishes to you. You will do great. I felt really good post-op and was able to get around. Congrats on your surgery. Let us know how it went.

Also, I would recommend trying out the Protein drinks now if you haven't already. When you are healing you want to have things on hand that aren't horrible. Personally, the Protein Drinks I don't care much for so my nutritionist also recommend no sugar added (comes in blue box or carton) carnation instant Breakfast, mix it with 1 c skim milk and 3T fat free powdered milk for extra protein (it is like 20 g) and I really liked the chocolate. I still drink it at times. The next few days may be rough but it is sooooo worth it. Congrats and good luck on your surgery.

Wow, you are doing fantastic. Keep it up!!! Congrats to you!

I see no harm in going through with it. Once it is approved, it isn't like you have to do it immediately. Also, many people that do it find they request more information from you or the doctor, etc. so I think getting that process rolling would be in your best interest. Good luck on getting it approved.

As all the previous posters said, you got this and surrounding yourself w/ positive people is what you need to do. It sounds like you have had some toxic situations w/ the bf, family, etc. You are a grown woman and know what is right for you. Please don't let this discourage you. It isn't right that she is trying to guilt you or punish you. Be strong, you have done the prep, done your research and came to this decision for yourself. Amazing many of the non-supporters are the ones that come around later after they see results.... Please find positive people to surround yourself with as Floridays said. We will get that Chicago area group of banders together so we can all be supportive of one another. Please fee free to PM anytime you would like to talk. I would be happy to listen. You can do this!!! Hugs!!

Wow, Chez that is horrible. Truly, if I don't like someone's reply or something they post, I move on to another one. Kind of like Alex said earlier....You have helped me on many ocassions and always given me straightforward advice and for that I am grateful. So sorry someone could be so hateful.

Congrats!!! must be a great feeling.

You are giving yourself and your family the gift of a healthier mom and one that will be around longer and likely happier. This is a gift! Your health is a priority. Good luck to you. I am sure it has been a challenging decision but well worth it.

Are you eating solid Protein? Make sure you are getting 3-4 ounces of solid protein in for each meal as that will help. Also, my NUT allows Snacks (healthy, planned) ones between meals. My guess if you are doing all that and still hungry you may just need a fill or it may be head hunger. My NUT also recommends for me if I am hungry to drink something as that often will appease what I feel is hunger. Congrats on your success thus far and to your continued success.

Once you get your insurance squared away, ask your surgeon how the billing will work. My insurance covered most of it but I was a bit taken aback when his office called the week before and said his bill needed to be paid before surgery. Thankfully it was only a few hundred dollars so I was able to manage, was just surprised.

During my mushy stage, my doctor had me puree my food too so I took what my family was having for dinner and put it in blender w/ some sort of liquid (salsa, broth, etc). The only thing they didn't have me puree during this time was cottage cheese or scrambled eggs. My doctor also has me do this after a fill. (liquids day 1, mushy day 2). Enjoy being able to eat. It may look less than delicish coming out of blender but it usually tastes good.

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