SunshineTexas

Awesome! I love to see the before and after pics! Can't wait to be there!

I don't think it's judgmental at all, but a reality check, which for me I need every once in a while.

Yes, that helps to know. Thank you Donna12!

I'm fairly new and sorry for the question, but what is PB'ing?

Thanks!!

Just curious, is a leaky band common after years?

Convenience is worth the extra $ on the pre-made shakes for me too. I prefer the taste of the Adkins shakes over the Costco brand, but the Costco brand has more protein, and you'll need that extra protein after surgery. I also got the powder and at times added an extra scoop to the pre-made ones because I struggled to get enough protein in.

I'm in the same boat! I'm scheduled for my 2nd fill on Monday and waiting on some restriction feeling! For now, I'm just watching my calorie intake and trying to be relax about it.

I got my first fill and felt no different im ready for another. How much do did you get on first fill?

I had trouble too, tried both an iPad and laptop, but then I tried the app and that was much easier for posting profile pic.

Ross is also a good cheap place to consider buying "temporary" sizes until you reach goal. Also, I'm new to the site, no exchanges here?

You have gotten great advice above already. I just wanted to add I was just told this week that calories should be in the range of 800-1200. I too use MyFitnessPal app and it's great!

Yay!!

Is there any chance the esophagus spasms are not band related? I used to get them way before the band surgery and was told it was due to stress. My job changed and they stopped. Stress also affects my hair. Hope it gets better for you soon.