kbarbs

Hi everyone, I was banded in July and have only lost 10 pounds, most of which was from the liquid diet. I've had a full but can still eat lots of food. I'm making better choices, eating smaller portions and protein and have really back cut back on sweets. I go four hours between meals and I do not snack. Any other suggestions? I was 170lbs to begin and I'm now 160. Thank you! Kelly Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hi everyone! 5 days post op and my strips are really pulling on my incision. I want to take the one off but hubby is freaking out. I also would like to start applying Vitamin e oil but my husband is insisting they stay on. What are your thoughts? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hi everyone, I need your help. I am only 1 week postop and I was very foolish yesterday. I had rice and a quesadilla at a restaurant. I only ate a tiny amount of each, my hubby couldn't believe I could possibly be full, but it certainly was not puréed. I also had a frozen marguerita. I chewed everything super well and had no pain or feeling of anything getting stuck. However, after, I felt like I had eaten a four course meal. I was absolutely stuffed and there was a lot of pressure and tightness. Today my stomach feels and looks swollen. I am now panicking that I have somehow pushed the band out of place or ruined my surgery. I have no pain whatsoever. Should I be worried? Would it be painful if the band has slipped? I can't believe I've done this to myself, only one week in!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I am two weeks and I just recently started getting hungry again and can eat bigger portions. I was advised this would happen though. They told me weight loss will not start until after my first fill one month after the surgery. This is healing time. I'm hanging on to that... Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Is there already a post on scars and healing somewhere on this forum? Can somebody tell me where I can Find it please. Thanks!! Kell Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

KristenLe my apologies! It wasn't your post I saw. It was needtorecover. Too harsh I thought. Again sorry KristenLe!!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

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Have you considered what foods you are choosing? Try doing what KristinLe is recommending she is not wrong. I think you're body is holding onto calories. Consult a nutritionist if you can. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

A little harsh KristenLe she needs support right now, no? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

It's hard at the beginning but you need to do this for yourself! It will also give you the confidence you need to stick to the rules after. I suggest you put a picture of inspiration on the cupboard and fridge. This might be a pic of a skinnier you, the worst photo of you, a pic of your kids, a pic of the lapband, whatever you need. Throw anything out that is tempting you. Your family can hide their Snacks if they won't support you. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

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Hi everyone, It's been 4 days since I've had my band in. I am so sad and constantly teary and I don't know why. I'm recovering as I should be, following the prescribed diet and doing ok. Hubby is super supportive but I am so teary and sad. Is this possibly the anaesthetic? Did anyone else go through this? I have NOTHING to be sad about! Thanks, Kbarbs Xoxoxo Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Thanks guys! I went for a walk and I do feel a bit better. I think you may be right and it's the "come down" and hormones. Also I was a carb, sugar and caffeine junkie and I've had none of that in 3 weeks now. That has to be contributing to this low, no? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Thank you so much for the feedback. I will stick to it from here on. That's good info on Pasta and rice. Chris Christie had wls surgery? Really?! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hi KristenLe, Thank you for the response. I have been in therapy for a few weeks now, obviously not long enough. I wish I could take it back. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I admire your recommitment! You can do it! We are here to support you! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Ok thank you all! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Interesting that yours were superglued. I'll wait a few more days and then call. Sounds like yours were protected for a long while. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I need more Protein. How am I going to purée chicken or fish so that it tastes decent? Does anyone have any recipes? Can I eat ground beef at this stage? What about fish cakes? Can I make fish cakes with no breading obviously and baked instead of fry. Thanks friends! Kbarbs Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hi everyone, I was banded on July 13th, 2016. So 3 days post op. I wanted to introduce myself as I don't know anyone who has the band and I'm hoping for a support group. I need to lose 50 pounds in an effort to rid myself of sleep apnea and avoid the family curses of breast cancer, diabetes and Alzheimer's. I am married to a gorgeous, slim guy, hence the second motivation for me getting this done, I no longer want to be the far girl with the hot guy! My husband initially fought me on this, but I managed to talk him into it, and now he is very supportive of me and my journey. Looking forward to getting to know you all! Kbarbs Xoxo Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Good luck!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hi dorriee an, The shoulder pain was excruciating but it gets better everyday! The pain from the incisions isn't actually that bad. They are all above my belly button on me so they don't restrict that much. The third day was the worst pain for that. Now they are bruising over so looks like the healing has started. Good luck with your surgery. This is the beginning of your new life! Happy thoughts! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Thanks for the suggestions! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

KrisinLe that's great advice! I am scrapping those imperatives from my vocab. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I hope it works out for you. I have sleep apnea but my wouldn't pay for any of it! In Canada only the gastric bypass is covered. Where do you live? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App