melliott74

wihtout thinking twice ....would do it again.

I will try getting more water down. I am still losing and not gaining ....so it is still good.:tongue2:

How are you? Just a little worried for ya.

mine is slightly to the left...but very close.

I lost eight (in the liquid stage) then gained six back when I was told to eat real food. My doctor does not put any Fluid in the band when it is placed. Is that why I am not losing? I am trying to watch what I eat. I started excercising 30-45 min on the treadmill. He will not put any fluid in until I am four weeks post op. Is that normal? He is a very conservative doctor. Is there anything else I can try?

my doc said two weeks , then back to what you where doing before.

I am feeling great. My doc said it was okay to exercise, just wanted to know if anyone else's doctor says the same. Thanks for your input.

I have been belching and gassing too. I was also banded on the 28th of April. I guess it is a cycle and I am glad that I have a private office to do it in.

I was able to get out yesterday for little then came home and took a nap. Went out today for about half an hour and did not have to nap when I got back. I was on clear liquids for two days and started all liquids yesterday. I will start mushies on Sunday. I am looking forward to it but know that I probably will eat mostly scrambled eggs (and try to stay away from the carbs). Your band is going to let you make the wrong choices. You have made it this far keep the will power up ....your first fill will be here sooner than you think.:cool2:

It is a little weird being able to feel that all going on. My doctor says that it is just gas and will eventually subside.:cool2: Still not really hungry just eating to shakes and some Jello and of course Water (as much as I can get down).

The second day was the worst so far. Last night we raised my side of the bed by folding a thick sleeping bag and putting it under my side of the mattress. I slept like a baby....until about 8 this morning. Way better than the 1,4 and 5 o'clock wake ups the night before. I going to venture to the store and get some gas x for this constant gas today. Dont worry I am not driving my sis is here helping me through recovery. Maria

I was banded on the 28th and that is my biggest complaint is the gas and burping. Let it come out naturally or I heard it can be very painful. Maria

How is everyone else? I have a bad day yesterday. Today most of the swelling has gone down and I feel fairly normal. I do not feel like eating much. I was on Clear liquids through yesterday. Today I am on liquids until Sunday when I can go to soft foods. Hope everyone is doing well. Maria

My family has been on a lifestyle change since the 18th of January. The five of us have lost 132 lbs. :thumbup:I have lost 29. I get that same response of "just keep doing what your are doing". So tired of everyone voicing their opinions about my body!

I have been on a week diet of shakes twice a day and only Protein at dinner. Today, I started liquids only and will do that until midnight Sunday. I will try to post as soon as I can after surgery. I want everyone to know as much as they can about the process. I hope to have a picture posted in a year that has the disclaimer "results not typical":thumbup:

Just do not continue to cheat...get back on that horse and ride it to the finish line without any more problems. Maria

April 28th....264 before diet... Thanks, Maria

I started liquid on Saturday. I do have to say Sunday and Monday were bad for me. Today, I am better walked a mile after lunch (slim fast low carb with added whey protein). I will have Protein only for dinner. This coming Saturday it will be liquids only until surgery on Monday the 28th! Hang in there....Are you adding any whey? Maria

Congrats on the approval! I agree with the low carb and if you can not stick to just three meals add in sugar free jello and lots of water!

I am ready to tackle this weight loss with all that I am!:rolleyes2:

Yep, the day is near. I am ready for a healthy version of me. Maria

They say no pain, no gain. I am ready bring it on. I am worried that I will not reach my goal:scared2: but I am going to do everything within my power to succeed.:rolleyes2: Let's all do it together!

I am feeling more supported than I have in a long time being on the board with all of ya'll. I am having my done by Dr. Huerta in TN @ 9:00 in the morning:thumbup:. I was on the induction phase of adkins for over a month. I am currently on two whey Protein (adkins or slim fast low carb) shakes a day. On Saturday, I will switch over to only liquids. I have had a few slips:eek: but do not feel guilty about it.:rolleyes2:

a BABY should not be born because of a rape either..

that is great!