coltorismom

Yep, I asked them in preop if I had to take EVERYTHING OFF, & the nurse who was as SWEET as she could be, sighed & nodded her head YES. I'm sure you're surgeon has seen his share of NAKED FAT PEOPLE. You'll be FINE.

first few days of mushies I was reallly good with the measuring cup, but now 1 week in, I don't measure anything, but still can't eat very much.

how does a baked potato with fat free or low fat cheese, bacon bits, & FAT FREE OR LOW FAT Ranch Dressing sound to you. YUM YUM

While every surgeon & every person is different, my surgeon told me when I was released the day after surgery that PAIN PILLS & MULTIVITAMIN SUPPLEMENTS were the only "bits" to be taken by mouth.

At first, when I was contemplating the decision, I thought of it best to tell a limited # of FAMILY & FRIENDS. However, when my insurance approved it, I was so excited. So then, keeping my surgery plans a secret was about like being ENGAGED & not telling everybody OR (my personal favorite) being pregnant with my kids & not telling everybody. I'm too spirited for my own good & have trouble containing myself!!

tomato soup was my personal favorite. of course, now I am on mushies & LOVING IT. Actually, you can eat pretty much any soup if you blenderize it FIRST. Campbell's 98% Fat Free Broccoli & Cheese soup is YUMMY!!!

IT'S BAD TO SAY, but me have bronchitis two weeks before surgery was actually helped me to be PRETTY RIGID with the PRE-OP DIET. However, I did cheat a few times. Bad example, huh?

funny you should ask. My mom is in town visiting & I have been on mushies for a few days now. We went to applebees & I have a loaded baked potato. She had creamed spinach chips & dip. Hers was an appetizer. I had some of her spinach with my potato & of course took off some of the bacon bits. SOOOOO GOOOOOD!! You might enjoy that too. I don't know what kinda cravings you are having these days. Enjoy!!!

So, is this 20 lbs, JUST SINCE your BAND DATE? Or did you lose some before your surgery?

It is (Vanilla Flavored) 100% WHEY PROTEIN. It also comes in PLAIN, CHOCOLATE, & maybe? strawberry? I am not sure. Vanilla is a pretty good choice because it BLENDS WELL with about any flavor yogurt you may mix with it.

Honey, relax! What you are going through is VERY NORMAL. I was very nervous, but then just a few short days beforehand, I really calmed down & was VERY EXCITED. You will be fine. I am now 13 days post-op & I feel wonderful. You will too. I don't know where you live or who your surgeon is, but the hospital staff where I went were absolutely WONDERFUL. I live in KY. I'll pray for you that God will give you PEACE & a CALM SPIRIT. All of us who are BANDED, went through the same thing you are now. hugs & prayers coltorismom

Do any of you have trouble with the not drinkiing during a meal? Waiting until after?

I am now 11 days post op & I went to church today. Everyone came up to me & commented on the fact that I had lost weight. I feel really good. Only one sensitivity where my port is. This is the norm. Most people say their port area is the most sensitive. The other incisions have COMPLETELY healed. I start on mushies on Wednesday. New step in the journey.

welcome, aboard future bandster!! I purchase my Protein at Wal-mart. I get the 100% whey protein. I've got both the chocolate & vanilla flavored. Another yummy is from a company called unjury which you can order online. strawberry sorbet is the flavor I ordered. I don't know if you have yet to meet with your dietician/nutrition @ your bariatric center, BUT when I met with my dietician she gave me a SAMPLE PACKET of UNJURY (strawberry sorbet). That's how I knew what flavor to order. You'll enjoy your Protein drinks. It's the closest thing to dessert you'll find for awhile. I started drinking 1 protein drink a day LONG before my surgery because it helped cure my sweet tooth! My prayers are with you!! I was just banded on April 23, so I am kinda new too.

I am not a MAY GIRL, but I am a recent bandster (4/23). I wish you the upmost success!

you were banded on 8/27 (me & my hubbies wedding anniversary). a GOOD DATE for a NEW BEGINNING IN LIFE.

yes, i was just banded on 4/23 by dr geller. he is wonderful. he is very prompt in returniing phone calls, which means A LOT. So, what's your success story?

i have no idea when you were banded or at least I didn't notice. Don't you love him? Have you had great success with your band. I just got the REALIZE BAND on 4/23. i am still liquids, but will be pursuing the WONDERFUL MUSHIE AVENUE pretty soon. Do you go to support group? type back soon coltorismom

I wish I had a wealth of information to give you about my band, but I was just banded on 4/23. I have yet to begin mushies. One thing I have discovered is how the band teaches me to even DRINK my liquids more slowly. I will be especially cautious when I begin mushies & on to REAL food. I hope you have great success!!!

Be very careful with EATING AROUND THE BAND. My friend gained 30 lbs back through her fixation on ICE CREAM. goes down smooth! She also drank liquid WITH her meals. She is NOW on the way back to losing weight, BUT it has been tough. Be careful! coltorismom

I'm getting ready to endulge in a WONDERFUL Protein shake 1 CUP key lime yogurt 1 banana 1/2 c milk 1/2 c ice 1 scoop 100 % whey Protein (vanilla flavored) Blend to desired consistency!! YUM YUM YUM Enjoy! Coltorismom

Get on the unjury website & you may order it online. I love the strawberry sorbet. I was fortunate. My dietician gave me a sample packet when I consulted with her. Very good. Mix it with 1 c of skim milk & add some banana. GOOOOOD! I also BUY both the chocolate & the vanilla 100 % WHEY PROTEIN. This can be purchased at Wal-mart or Kroger. I found Wal-Mart to be cheaper! My surgeon tells me 60 grams of protein per day should be my goal. I am one week post op.

I have yet to start on solid food but am already having the hiccups.

I am NOW 6 days post op & I am still a little sore, but I am feeling 100 percent better. My port site is very tender. My other surgical sites are pretty well healed. One of my bandages fell off today. The port takes the longest to heal. I have been having some hiccups (agonizing!). Hiccups aren't fun with the band. I haven't been experiencing a lot of nausea. Very little. My husband went back to work yesterday. Pretty rough night. I have two special needs kids. I had a very challenging night, needless to say. My mom is coming tomorrow to stay for a week. I am much looking forward to that. EIGHT MORE DAYS UNTIL solid food. YEAH!!!!!! all for now coltorismom

I am only three days post-op & I took my medicine pump off this morning & every since then my should has hurt. It is a scary feeling I think in terms of blood clots & heart attacks. My bariatric nurse warned me about such symptoms & I guess the medicine pump I had in me for 72 hrs really healped with the left shoulder pain because I had no left shoulder pain before I took it out. I will be very happy when I am feeling better.