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So proud of you! Way to rock the band!

Good job ladies! It is a whole new outlook when the focus isn't food!

Good luck! Hope your recovery goes great!

Way to go!!!

Good luck to you! You will do great. Lots of folks here to help you on the band ed side! :-)

Something has irritated your stoma/band area. Could be many things, something stuck, acid reflux, maybe taking aspirin ibuprophen ? Sometimes requires a small unfill, sometimes just cold drinks will help me. At any rate, your doc/ practitioner can help!

Hello Tamara! Usually your doc tells you to go back to shake, purée for a couple of days after a fill . If you are doing that, you may be eating or drinking too fast. Your stoma may be a little irritated after a fill so going slow and easily digested foods should help if it's not too tight. Your doc is the first person to ask. Did he give you a texting phone number?

Not sure what the mistake is in regards to getting the band Richard?

I have used the bmi scale to help me get a range for weight and height. It may not be accurate, but approximates to keep in mind. Why? Because I, like so many others, don't see my weight accurately. I needed something to aim for without going too thin.

I vote for the one piece or tankini, or dermal blend makes a great Water resistant product, followed up with setting powder ... Enjoy your day regardless, have fun with your friends! :-)

PJ Geezer,

The office I go to allows me to schedule the next appt at the time of a fill, next week next month etc" then if I don't need it, cancell 24 hrs ahead so they can put another patient in. Maybe yours will do this? Good luck!

There's a balance between the size of the bite, along with the timing. In the early stages of learning what worked for me, I did find using small utensils as well as slowing down, made me more aware of prior bad habits. I had to recognize what I was doing before I could change it.

Same situation with my dad, has never said a word...

On the other hand , when well meaning friends and family make these comments, I let them have their say, just nodding or agreeing. Then tell them thank you so much because I do not see myself the way they do. I'm certainly going to think about what they have said, and thank you for your genuine concern. Then do what you and the doc have agreed upon. Really, the more you protest, the more they think you are in denial. Funny, but they do care about you, so accept the love and ignor the rest :-)

Benadryl ... It calms the itch, even though it's not allergy related. The solid pink tablets work best for me. Good luck!

One thing I have noticed, initially, I ate quite quickly, just because my husband is a quick eater. We had a discussion about it, and he has also slowed his pace down, which really takes the pressure off me, to finish and go..

The payoff for slowing down for him, he has lost the three pounds he has been struggling with for as many months. Win/win

I do have to say... Orange juice sounded so great! Having never been cautioned about it, I was not prepared for the burning sensation! Won't be doing that again anytime soon...

My standby all time favorite. Blender is a 16 oz glass. I put about 1-2 inches of cold from the fridge, Water in. Add about 4 frozen strawberries. 1/4 c frozen blueberries. 1 large spoon vanilla yogurt, 1 scoop of vanilla "pure Protein " whey. Blend & drink. I find it amazing.

Also, like others have said, it's not forever. Your taste for things may change after surgery, mine sure did. I am sure, I never knew how amazing hot cream of wheat could taste! Lol.

You will do just fine, no need to panic. Best of luck to you!

http://drsimpson.net/

He is in Phoenix. Very informative web site. I think that's a little over two hours from you? Have not used him personally, but lived in Sedona before. Good luck!

Yes

Good suggestions red! Even shredded meats can be puréed with broth, greens and fruit in the blender with Water or juice. Non flavor Protein in Soups, lentil Soup puréed ... The reason you are told to stick with the steps of your program is not to punish you, but to promote a successful surgical start, not tearing out sutures etc.

We've all been there, and we are here to pay it forward. I know I could not have walked this walk alone, you don't have to either. A month from now, that one more puréed something, will be a memory. One meal at a time one day at a time, one foot in front of the other. You can do this, believe it.

Hey wannabe healthy !

I like your name, it says it all. Loosing 50 pounds has put you in a healthier place, try not kicking yourself for wooda, shoulda , coulda, days gone by.

Today. This is where you are, in the moment, and recognizing this is your reality. They say the definition of crazy is doing the same thing, the same way, and expecting different results.

Choose your reality and work towards your goal in a different way. You are a smart, bright young woman and I believe you have it in you to do this. No one except you can make the change. All we can do, is cheer you on your way to success. Look in the mirror and tell that beautiful woman looking in your eyes, that you believe in her.

Hugs!

Yeah! Happy outcome! Love it!

With 2cc instead of the .5, you should reach restriction a little quicker?

Does anyone think there is a connection with the lap band failing and also having placation. I am so sorry you all are dealing with this, and at the same time, I don't mind telling you, it scares the heck out of me.

Genuinely sending healing thoughts and best wishes your way, I feel so badly your having to go through all this.

It seems like your bariatric surgeon would have the most experience ?

Also, my understanding was if something was wrong with the port, it could be replaced without band removal. ? I'm not a medical professional, but I really believe in communication. Could you write out as many questions as you can think of, give the list to your bariatric surgeon (maybe he/ she uses email?),

If the bariatric surgeon would be the one to replace it, his/her opinion would be the one I would give the most credibility.

Please let us know how this goes for you, you'll find much support and many who hope for the best for you.

Good luck!

Darn correction! Occurrence is what i was trying to write !