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You may not like the Isopure either. I bought the orange flavored Water and I like it, although it does taste a little chalky. And don't smell it , I drank it for two days before I got a whiff............Still drinking it, though. Best over ice. I blended the unflavored unjury in a Diet V8 splash and some ice and it was not bad. You've got to get those Proteins in!

They are great, but they are NOT calorie free. 40 gms protein per bottle however. They also have the powder, including clear which you can mix in with juice, etc.

Coughers and sneezers - hold a pillow on your stomach, it helps! As far as being afraid to eat, you'll get over that in about five days Seriously, you'll be amazed how good you feel in just a day or two.

I think our taste buds are in the Twilight Zone. The day after surgery, I tried some chicken broth and it made me sick and the thought of it still makes me sick. I'm loving the shakes. I had some wonton soup last night and it tasted so salty, I couldn't eat much of it. I'm sick of sweet, I want salty, but it's just not tasting right!

Jessica, the back pain is gas. That's the only place I had it (not in the shoulder like most). It really helped to have my husband rub my back and then walk, walk, walk. It really did the trick. One week out, I sill have gas, but not painful. Those crazy jungle noises go away after a day or two as well.

My doctor had no such restriction. In fact, I was comfortable sleeping on either side the night of my surgery. It hurt a little getting into position, however. I was sleeping on my stomach six days out. I do have the Realize Band and there is very little port pain, which may have something to do with that.

Surely, there is one in Pensacola, if you're closer that way. Seems I've also heard of people having surgery in Mobile. I would think they would do fills as a new patient.

There you are! I was beginning to worry about our Miss Sunshine!!

Everything went well for me. I had a "pretty big" hernia they took care of, so there was some pain for a while. I did throw up about 20 yards from the hospital when leaving for home yesterday, but it didn't hurt and most of the gas came up so I've had no gas pain. I was comfortable sleeping on either side (hurt getting into position, however). Today, I'm just sore although I do have a fever. I haven't taken any pain medication since I left the hospital, just Tylenol. All in all, not bad.

Hey Marine, way to go! Sounds like you're a real trooper and going to do great. I'm not banded yet (tomorrow), but my doctor says NO STRAWS. Evidently you swallow a lot of air with straws, which leads to gas, and can stretch your pouch. You might want to check with your doctor for his opinion. Best of luck to you :biggrin2:

Thanks so much, Wendy. I'm not really anxious at all, just ready to get the show on the road. On some of the other forums, so many people are so scared and I guess at my age, I can really see the risks of obesity just around the corner. And I'm really beginning to realize how blessed we are to have the doctors we do. Some people are so unprepared and don't really know how to manage after surgery. It blows my mind!! Anyway, I will check in as soon as I can focus!

Wendy and Shawna, glad to hear you are both doing so well. Had my pre-op testing and visit yesterday, so it seems I'm on for Thursday! I can't wait to join you on the "other side". Keep up the good work!!

Well, I went for my pre-op testing yesterday, and since I haven't received any phone calls from the doctor's office, I assume we are a go! My sweetheart of a husband went with me yesterday (it was our anniversary) and we made a day of it. He is so supportive and I swear last night he was "nesting" making sure everything was ready for my recovery! I'm really excited! Having a hard time concentrating on work, which I have tons to do today. Taking off tomorrow around noon to do my bowel prep! :thumbup:

Are you getting your Protein? Taking your Vitamins?

One week from today, gang! And I know I'm ready, because this morning while getting ready for work I had a million things cross my mind and not a single one of them was band related. That's the first time in nine months when all this began for me. Let the countdown begin!:cry_smile:

I knew you could do it!! Congrats! And just think what those 9495448 situps are going to do for you. LOL! I think Phillip is a perfect name.:biggrin2:

Hi Carrie, I'm in Alabama. Sylacauga to be exact, which is halfway between Birmingham and Montgomery. One week from tomorrow!!!!!

I know I've said I only have to do liquids 24 hours prior to surgery, but I'll be on liquids for two weeks after and then mushies for two more weeks.

I only have to do a clear diet the day before surgery. They "suggested" a low carb/low fat diet two weeks prior. We keep hearing these diets are for shrinking of the liver, which makes surgery easier. My doctor's office indicated this is an issue for people who carry a majority of their weight around the middle. I assume "apple types".

Yes, you do have to buy the system and the Wii Fit is an add on. I've preordered mine, too, but won't be able to use if for a while. I won't be banded for a couple of weeks and it should arrive soon after! My husband and I are totally adicted to Tiger Woods Golf. Getting as much in as possbile before surgery!

How many fingers am I holding up :smile:??? Glad you're on the road to recovery!!!

Judy, I have thought the same thing a time or two myself. But, I've lost the weight so many times, too. That's the easy part. I just want to do it one more time and keep it off for good. I really feel at our age this is the most important thing we can do for our health. Our chance for success is so much greater with the band than without. And our risk for so many life threatening issues increase tremendously with every pound we gain. I have no doubts, but if you're having serious doubts, perhaps you should postpone your surgery until you feel more comfortable about your decision.

Congrats Nicole! Sounds like you're doing great. You also sound like someone who is going to be very successful and I am very excited for you! Keep up the good work.

Is your doctor requiring you to lose weight? Unless he specifically instructed you to lose weight, that's really not what the pre-op diet is for.

I'm glad I'm not the only one losing my mind!:confused2::confused2: I keep thinking about surgery and what I'm supposed to be doing to get ready and everything else seems to have just left the building!