txgal1961

My doctor said 4 weeks for a private pool, 6 weeks for a public pool. I have internal sutures with surgical glue on the skin incisions. I don't know if the rules are different for incisions with external sutures.

I'm 14 days post-op. and I called my Dr today re: swimming. They said I can go in as long as all my incisions are closed and I don't have any signs of infection at the incision sites. I can't exercise but I can take a dip! :-) its 105 her in CA and a dip
sounds so refreshing!!

The question should be would you rather a tough month of your life or having a tough time due to obesity for the rest of your life?
When in doubt.. Change perspective!

unjury products, chocolate splendor is my favorite!
http://www.unjury.com/store/protein/

I bought and LOVE the Unjury products. You can buy it on line. Alond with the chocolate and strawberry sorbet....I get the unflavored. It is AWESOME added to 16 oz of any flavor Crystal Light. Hope this helps. Lisa

I dont post often but today I just had to. I am down 62lbs after being 3 months Post- op. I have a long way to go but I am NOT where I use to be. I feel so good and so blessed, I cant begin to describe it.

Good For You....that is awesome! I can hear your excitement.....brought tears to my eyes. I think we can all relate to how this must feel! Keep doing what you're doing! Lisa

Woohoo! Great job! super excited for you!

YAY!!! Keep up the good work! Also post some tips for success like your diet and exercise tips that you believe helped you reach your goals!
I think I can speak for everyone when I say we are so VERY VERY proud of you!

some drs say yes and some say no
and as you can see, people tend to do whatever they want to anyhow
i say do whatever your dr tells/advises you to do
my dr told me no (same with straws) and i chose to adhere to what they said/advised me to do. so far so good....i havent had a soda or used a straw since i started pre op....nothing missed...

I really can't remember ever being a medium!
Thanks for all the encouraging words from everyone!!
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That is fantastic!!!
A person who has never had weight issues could not understand the feeling of pride you must be feeling!!!
For us that have had weight issues think that a medium is awesome!!!!!
Congrats

That is fantastic!!!
A person who has never had weight issues could not understand the feeling of pride you must be feeling!!!
For us that have had weight issues think that a medium is awesome!!!!!
Congrats

I was told using a straw is up to me but that it can cause us to swallow more air. As far as restaurant glasses, I am grossed out too but I stick to the not drinking during meals so I don't have to worry about that.

as my friend mrsinto said, you will get many opinions
the one that matters is what YOUR doctor advises of you
so call and ask your doctor and get the correct opinion
on straws, gum etc directly from them so there is no doubt.
btw, my dr said no straws either so i adhere to that rule.
otherwise, whatever works for you.

That is fantastic!!!
A person who has never had weight issues could not understand the feeling of pride you must be feeling!!!
For us that have had weight issues think that a medium is awesome!!!!!
Congrats

I asked when I went to get my first fill (6/12/13) and was told "never again".
From what I have read on this board some dr's say it is ok so you might have to ask yours when you go for follow up visit.

I went shopping today and bought not only one but three medium tops and one medium dress!! I started at a 1x but probably should have been wearing a 2x.
LOVING MY BAND!!!!
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WOW, that is fantastic!!!
Congrats to you on all your hard work, happy for you

WOW, that is fantastic!!!
Congrats to you on all your hard work, happy for you

Down 70 pounds so far...has been a big learning experience. I feel great so far and am adjusting to all the compliments I get. It is so wonderful to be able to pull something out of the closet I thought I would never wear and it fits easily! 50 more pounds to go!

My surgery was 5/15 and I had my first fill on 6/12 and not scheduled till 7/3 for my second fill. I was told no core exercises for 60 days after surgery. I do walk, work my arms and inner/outer thighs for toning. No weights at this time but maybe I will be allowed very soon

I've been banded 17 months and I still measure my food. My family teases me, asking if I'll measure it forever, I just laugh and say "probably!"
I never eat more than a cup of food per meal. So, I use measuring cups when I can. For things like meat I use a food scale.
Zip Lock makes small storage containers with a 1 cup mark right on the side. I use these a lot because then I can just grab my pre-measured meal from the fridge and go.

Hi all ! Received my first fill today ! 4 cc's was placed in my band. Very excited about that. Need to get to that green Zone ! 24 hours back to liquids, then mushie for a meal then moving on to stage 5 !!!! Woohoo I made it . These few weeks were tuff but so am I !!!