MJ1996

Don't get discouraged. Your metabolism is slowed because you are not eating much. I lost 10lbs, but it has come to a halt. I was banded on Sept. 24. I will get the first fill on OCT. 29. I hope I will start losing again once I start a workout plan and the first fill gives me some restriction. Stay encouraged!

It sure does get better. I had surgery on the 24th and was sick and felt tired. I started to feel better on day 4. Hang in there.

I can't wait until OCT. 7. Never looked so forward to mashed potatoes. Tired of soup and protein shakes.

I had surgery on sept. 24. I thought u would be up in 3 days. I was tired and weak. All I wanted to do was sleep. I was not taking pain meds. I finally felt better yesterday. The anesthesia effects every differently. I forgot this is surgery and you need time to heal. I did try to walk a little around the house, but could not do much. If you feel tired and weak, rest, then try and walk when you can. It does get better.

Thanks for these replys. I just 4 days post-op, but starting to feel if I did the right thing. I am still feeling very tired. I try to walk around the house, but I feel tired. I could sleep most of the day. Reading these post give me some inspiration.

I am on liquids only for 4 days. I feel so weak. I'm not in pain, but have no energy or appetite. I take a few sips of Protein mixed in Water, broth , Gatorade, juice. I have to do this until Saturday. I thought I would be up and on the go in 3 days, but I guess everyone heals differently. Not taking pain meds either. I just want my energy back.

2nd day post op. Not feeling to well. No real pain. Just having a lot of gas. Taking gas-x strips. Any other suggestions? Not much appetite. Trying to eat broth, protein in juice, jello.

Banded today. Feeling fine, no pain. Nurse said take pain meds tonight. I will. Feel little sleepy. Think I will take a nap.

Getting ready for surgery.

Me too. Hope everything goes well for you.

Me too. Hope everything goes well for you.

One more day. Hope to be banded tomorrow @ 9:30 am. Waiting to live the 2nd part of my life in a healthy body.

You look amazing!

One more week to go before the band. Meeting the surgeon today.

On day 2 of pre-op Atkins diet. I need will power today. My daughter's birthday is today and we are having cake and ice-cream. I will have to resist. Telling myself halt.

Start pre-op diet today. Mine is Atkins, but no cheese or nuts. Hope to be banded on the 24th.

How fast are most people returning to work? I thought I would be back to self in a few days or week max. I did not plan to be off to long.

I live in Toronto, but will be relocating to Texas.

I am in Canada. Which band are you getting? They offered me 3 different. 2 FDA apork Ed and a French non-approved. Has anyone heard of the different brands and is one better than the other. Johnson Johnson vs Allergan

I am in Canada. Which band are you getting? They offered me 3 different. 2 FDA apork Ed and a French non-approved. Has anyone heard of the different brands and is one better than the other. Johnson Johnson vs Allergan

I have a September 24 date set, but meeting the nutritionist on Sept. 4. I am so ready to start my journey.