Sybaritic01

I was banded july 30th...

My husband knows and my best friend. That's it.

Aza......all I can say is try to stay focused and take extra care of yourself (get a pedicure this week!).....you'll get restricted enough soon.....and the weight will start to come off......you go girl!

Hi there.....I was banded July 30th......the recovery was VERY smooth and I felt pretty good right after surgery. I was just groggy......I was up and walking quickly, rested well and transitioned well. Get your rest.....take care of your body......be patient......

I was banded July 30th......how is everyone doing? I'm down 31.6lbs which included the two week pre-op diet......have had two fill and two defills.......slowly getting the fill working....... How about you? Struggles? results? Share great news?

You look gorgalisious!!!!!!!!!! (is that a word???) You go girl!!!!!!!!!!!!

You are inspiring!:whoo:

My port is turned/flipped.....I get my port filled standing up....not a big problem........

Any comments about pre Op and post Op care would be appreciated.........

I was banded at TLBC on July 30th.....feeling good.......welcome!

add a bit of istant coffee (I use decaf) and a little vanilla extract.....all the flavor without the fat and sugar.......

I am 4 and a half weeks in.........2 weeks pre op......2 1/2 weeks post op..........I feel FABULOUS........I'm down 27lbs.....my skin looks great......my hair looks great........my energy level is way up........this is the BEST decision I've ever made.....I'm self pay $16,500 and I do not regret one penny.......I look forward to better health and energy every day........ All the best to all of you.........you can do this.......

thanks! i didn't realize there was a food thread!

Hi all, I'm another week on liquids and then have two more weeks on puree. I'm looking for what you guys ate (drank!) during the liquid post op.........and what you ate during the puree two weeks. I want some variety to make is easier to follow.......and maybe that's not possible...... Now, during liquid stage I'm having soup, protein shakes, SF popsicles, yogurt and jello.....any other ideas? Any interesting ideas during the puree stage? Thanks for your help and support! Caroline

I'm another week on liquids and then have two more weeks on puree. I'm looking for what you guys ate (drank!) during the liquid post op.........and what you ate during the puree two weeks. I want some variety to make is easier to follow.......and maybe that's not possible...... Now, during liquid stage I'm having Soup, Protein Shakes, SF popsicles, yogurt and jello.....any other ideas? Any interesting ideas during the puree stage? Thanks for your help and support! Caroline

Oh my.....that I love Terri......"I am graceful and strong"......truly beautiful statement.

Silly question maybe.....but could you try the surgery again? I know this might sound silly with such an awful experience.......but i would assume your ordeal is very unusual. All the best

I'm only 11 days post op.....so I am by no means an expert.....but in my nutrition classes they were advising to make sure you getting any food.....with such low calories sometimes your body will go into a "survival" mode and think it is staving and hold on to everything. So I make sure that mid morning, mid afternoon and evening that I have a v8, a little yogurt, some Jello or even a little Soup or Protein shake. I never feel hungry and I really do feel fantastic. The other very important point they made was to make sure that protein is a priority/then veges/then carbs.....meaning most calories from protein sources then veges and then carbs. Hope this helps! All the best! Sounds like you are doing great!

Welcome and congrats. I am now 11 days post op. You are right everyone is different and some people on here seemed to have a lot of pain and discomfort. My experience was totally fine.....and probally more the "norm" (if you can really say that?)...........I was up walking a few hours after surgery......and taking short 15 minutes walks the next day. Not very uncomfortable at all. BUT....I would with all my heart INSIST if you possibly can to have a friend, neighbour or family member walk with you and to be available to help. I have to say I was quite "tired and a tad shaky" from being put under. After I went for my walk I probally sleep another 9 hours straight and was quite tired for several days......really truly.....you can't be sure how you will feel.....you better be safe than sorry........ All the best and keep us posted........

Thanks.....I'm a TLBC girl too.........just 10 days banded now....I'm feeling pretty good.....a little low energy.....a little tired....all to be expected I would assume.....losing some weight.....taking some short walks......doing some journaling.....feeling quite focused........my appetite is starting to come back so I know I have to be careful and stick to the full liquid plan.....whenever I'm hungry I drink water.....there's no damn way I'm spending $16,500 and not be successful......I HAVE to do this.....I am choosing health.....and next summer as a celebration I want to kakak the 100km Humber River.......

I'm 10 days post op. Presently I have about 3/4 to a cup a food per meal (1/2 cup Soup, 1/4 cup Jello, 1/4 cup yogurt). But I eat six times per day. So once I'm on regular food I would guess I would have somthing like this : 3-4 oz of salmon and some mashed sweet potatoes for supper, maybe have some salad an hour or two later...... I drink 2 litresof Water a day........

I hope I can't eat cheese.....I love it!!!!! and it's one of weaknesses..........I've never been able to control my intake.......

Yes.....you need a fill.....my doctor clearly says......if you feel very hungry, get a fill......sometimes it may take a while to adjust your band. But, in saying this.....the band is a tool to help us change our lifestyles........we still need to focus on healthy eating choices.......and excercise......it's not always easy.........but with the band as a tool.....coupled with smart health choices.....along with support from this site and people around us.......we can achieve our goals........ All the best to you........I hope it get's easier in the next short while......let us know if another fill helps........

Yes, you would tolerate it since you havenot had your first fill yet. If you eat too quickly the dr's say you can hurt the healing process and worse, 'cause a slippage. Give yourself the gift a great health.....eat lquids and soft foods while you should be...... Cheers to your health!! And all the best......

I was thinking about you and wondering how your surgery went. It's great you're feeling pretty good. All the best and take your time healing girl!!!!!!!!