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Random ideas here: Do you need something tactile to do, like arts and crafts with the kids -- maybe they could be making stuff for the holidays and that would detract from snacking being front and center. Femo is so fun with kids, and shrinky-dinks (draw on clear surface with markers, then bake), Origami, collage-making, cards, wreaths, etc. Not sure how old the kids are but maybe if you are busy with your hands? Or walks around the block prior to eating -- oven timer set to the next time you should be having a meal for yourself. Saturday morning smoothies they can help make, so you get a Protein Shake and they get fruit smoothies or something yummy for them? Arrange for some one to take them out for a couple of hours so you have quiet house to yourself for regrouping (my favorite)........

Thank you for your advice, Wendy! I'll be sure to start preparing tomorrow.

Congrats on your surgery! I was banded on 5/24 and the pain was awful but I have pushed through by walking every hour and the gas is almost gone. For my very sore throat, I drank green tea w/lemon and sucked on peppermints. I will say this, though, my tummy is growling like no other! Lol I have lost 10 pounds since Friday so I will be determined to stick with the meal plan.< /p>

Hello Fellow Bandsters! I made it through surgery yesterday and I'm just glad I can move on to the next phase. Yesterday was pure misery for me because of the nausea and constant pain. I'm walking a little bit more which is helping the gas move all around. I'm so thankful my husband is jumping at my every move and being very supportive. I'm documenting everything on Instagram so follow me at losingdiva.

I too understand the excitement all too well because I am set for May 24th. I'm so ready to start this journey after going through the 6 month process. I wish everyone the best and much success!

I too understand the excitement all too well because I am set for May 24th. I'm so ready to start this journey after going through the 6 month process. I wish everyone the best and much success!

Hello, Fellow LB's! The day is quickly approaching for me to be banded on 5/24. I'm asking for support and to follow my journey displaying the good, bad and ugly. I'm hoping to be an inspiration to others and I'm hoping to gain inspiration through you. Follow my journey on Instagram at losingdiva.

Hello, Fellow LB's! The day is quickly approaching for me to be banded on 5/24. I'm asking for support and to follow my journey displaying the good, bad and ugly. I'm hoping to be an inspiration to others and I'm hoping to gain inspiration through you. Follow my journey on Instagram at losingdiva.

Hello, Fellow LB's! The day is quickly approaching for me to be banded on 5/24. I'm asking for support and to follow my journey displaying the good, bad and ugly. I'm hoping to be an inspiration to others and I'm hoping to gain inspiration through you. Follow my journey on Instagram at losingdiva.

I too understand the excitement all too well because I am set for May 24th. I'm so ready to start this journey after going through the 6 month process. I wish everyone the best and much success!

Thank you so much!

Very well said and good luck on your journey!