kimberly

My secret wish is that my two boys will be proud to be seen with me.

Happy Band Day ! you are such a great source of encouragment, I thank you for caring and sharing. Kim

I have a recipe to share... Southwest Chicken In 2 Tbs. olive oil brown 4-6 skinless chicken breasts cut in pieces, sprinkle with plenty of cummin, continue to simmer for 10-to 15 min. then add one jar of chunky salsa (med or hot) simmer chicken in salsa for 30-40 minutes or until done to your taste. Remove chicken pcs, leaving as much salsa in the pan as possible. Add 1/2 to one container lowfat or nonfat sour cream to salsa to make a creamy sauce. Heat on med until hot and put over chicken. I like to serve this dish with spanish rice and refried beans.

Jenna, I had the same problem with having no restriction after the swelling went down. I found it very hard to eat small portions and did gain back some of the weight I lost right after surgery, however after two fills I now have some restriction and am on my way, I have lost the weight I gained back plus sixteen. it is very discouraging in the pre fill stage, you are not a failure, your band is just not at work yet. You will do just fine once you get your fills. Kim

Thanks Paula, I just checked out the site you mentioned and found it very useful. Kim

How wonderful for you ! You are an inspiration!

I have just had my second fill and have restriction now ! It feels great to leave food on the plate because you are full. It is amazing to look back such a short time ago and think about the amounts of food I consumed in a day, when dieting!!

I just went yesterday for my second fill, I was at 1cc and now have 2cc, I am not sure yet how much restriction I have from this fill, but while in the office I met a lady who was there to have fill taken out after a year because she had lost too much weight!! I am talking she is a size 4 she told me that she just had to have some removed to maintain the weight she has so she does not get too small. It was very encouraging, she looks like one of those girls that can eat anything and still be a size 2. She said she has trouble with meat but can eat most everything else and even the occasional ice cream.

Phillip, I have no words to express such a loss. I will just keep you in my thoughts and prayers. With Sympathy, Kimberly

I pledge not to be involved in any open forum threads that violate the guidelines set by the owner of this board. Kim

Shannon, Sorry you were not able to meet with the docs at port huron, they are wonderful. I hope you can get everything arranged soon. Keep us posted. The hardest part is the waiting. Good Luck Kim

Stacy, I know that the two weeks on clear liquids seem like forever, but it goes by quickly, I just kept thinking it would not be too long and I would be able to have full liquids. my life saver was yogurt, I thinned it down a little and it went down great. I also liked the yogurt smoothie's you can even buy them in small bottles if you need to take them along with you. As soon as you are able to have mushie foods you will not have the hunger problem. (cream of wheat never tasted so good)! Kim

Stacey hope everything went well for you, Kim

Hello everyone, I am also in Michigan. I was banded January 7, 2005 in port huron, Dr. Behsania is my surgeon. Very happy so far. I go for my first fill on Monday, I can hardly wait. I am hoping I will be able to lose after the fill. It has kind of stalled over the last few weeks. Kim

Renee, I wish you well, My husband also has lymphoma and is currently in remission, thanks to some great docs in Houston. I was banded in January 05 and he is getting ready to be banded this spring. We have not heard of any other cancer patients having a band but our oncologist has given his blessing. I will look forward to hearing how you do please keep us posted. Kim

Hi Gail, I chose to only tell my immediate family and two close friends about having the surgery, I thought that I would need some support from those friends. When I got home from the hospital I found out that one of these "friends" had told several people at a gathering about it. I was so upset, mostly because at that point I had to realize that this person really did not want me to succeed. I just wanted the time to adjust to having my band and then decide for myself when or if I wanted to share. Banded 1/7/05

I am four weeks post-op, my surgeon required two weeks of clear liquids and two of full liquids, before the mushies. I was very scared before my procedure, I did not think I would make it through that phase. I made it and it was not so bad, I was never really hungry. You will feel really great when you can see and feel a few pounds gone!

Kevin, I am so happy for you ! Take good care of yourself. Kimberly

Thanks Marie, I appreciate the info. I am just beginning some solid foods, so I am sure I will have this experience to look forward too.

Would someone please explain what a pb is ? I hope I am not going to regret asking this.

Thanks for the welcome everyone, it is just great to see all of the support and caring here. Kimberly

Please somebody pray for me as I have just received my eight year old son home from school with All of the above. I am with lysol in one hand and clorox wipes in the other! Glad your feeling better Megan...

Hi Shamrock, I was just banded in January at port huron hospital, All went well and I was very happy with the Dr. and staff. My husband is also getting ready to be banded. I am happy to answer any questions about the hospital or DR. I have lost 22lbs. in four weeks. I have my first fill in March. I also struggled with which type surgery to have, After researching I found that this was the procedure I was comfortable with. Lots of support and encouragement out there too. Kimberly

Hi Jonathan, I was given Jello the day after my procedure, I had a hard time with it the first couple of days, I found smooth yogurt went down better for me. I have just come off of full liquids, it goes by quickly. there is a light at the end of the tunnel. Kimberly Banded January 7 2005

Thanks Everyone, I am feeling great! Yes I did see Delarla's post and it is very scary. I was lucky to have caught the infection early, My Dr. put me in for IV Antibiotics right away, that really helped. It is a very painful thing. I am guarding it with my life. So far I am loving my band, Everyone I have talked with has been so kind and helpful. I don't personally know anyone else aside from my hospital roomie, with a band. So I have really looked forward to seeing your posts, I have learned a lot. Thanks Again Kimberly