Claudine1975

You gals might want to try the protein "bullets". It is a product by New Whey and it like a jello shot in a tube. There is the 25 or 42 grames of protein in each and they come in fruit punch, grape and some other tolerable flavors. I mix mine with a crystal light and some water and it a a great way to get my protein and water intake in. I do recommend that you half the 42 gram one since most experts agree that you can only absorb about 20-25 grams at a time. Good luck!

Leslie2Lose - Thanks so much for the information. Many of us newbies really do rely on the veterns to guide us throught the tough times.

I have done the same thing from the moment I made the choice to get banded. I have to restrain my self from making snickering comments under my breathe.

I will start with the lows and end on a positive note with the highs of today. Lows for today – My port hurts today and it has not hurt all week. I had to spend 80 bucks on a computer bag with wheels so that I can transport by crap back to work on Monday. I needed to get a new cordless phone and I bought one with out an answering machine so I have to go back and return it. That is what I get for going with the cheapest option. Now for the Highs – I am a week post –op and I have lost 27 pounds so far – 5.8 lbs this week. I started on full liquids today and I love it. I had a ½ cup of potato soup for breakfast and lunch and I feel full and satisfied. I ate the breakfast portion at 9:30 and didn’t get hungry until 2:00. That is a record for me. I got a $50 check from the hospital. I paid $50 when I did all my pre-op testing and I guess the insurance company paid the bill in full. I am looking forward to the Olympic open ceremonies toady and a member of this board, Lanakila, will visit me tomorrow. I am also looking forward to the cooler weather here in the Carolinas

I will start with the lows and end on a positive note with the highs of today. Lows for today – My port hurts today and it has not hurt all week. I had to spend 80 bucks on a computer bag with wheels so that I can transport by crap back to work on Monday. I needed to get a new cordless phone and I bought one with out an answering machine so I have to go back and return it. That is what I get for going with the cheapest option. Now for the Highs – I am a week post –op and I have lost 27 pounds so far – 5.8 lbs this week. I started on full liquids today and I love it. I had a ½ cup of potato soup for breakfast and lunch and I feel full and satisfied. I ate the breakfast portion at 9:30 and didn’t get hungry until 2:00. That is a record for me. I got a $50 check from the hospital. I paid $50 when I did all my pre-op testing and I guess the insurance company paid the bill in full. I am looking forward to the Olympic open ceremonies toady and a member of this board, Lanakila, will visit me tomorrow. I am also looking forward to the cooler weather here in the Carolinas

I am looking forward to watching the opening cermonies also. I think they are on tonight for us.

Weight loss this week = 5.8 lbs or 12.8 kgs Excercise = 9 miles walking. I start full liquids toady - YEAH:drool:

Warning – This post may gross some people out. I am only 1 week post op and I have been having 2-4 watery and gassy poops a day. Is this normal? When does it go away? I have been off of work this week so I have had the luxury of my own bathroom. I dread returning to work with this problem.

Gas pains are the only discomfort I had after surgerey. Walking helps the most.

Nina - now it is time to relax before you big day. Good Luck on the 13th and keeps us posted on how everything goes.

Gas X strips are a must. Gauze pads in case you need to cover any incisions. Protein in a form you can easily drink and tolerate - for me it is the protein bullets mixed with Crystal Lite. Good Luck with your upcoming surgery.

Congratulations on becoming a bandster!! Walking does help and sleeping will get better and better each day.

I had a worry of being put under also. My fear was waking up during surgery. I was wheeled into the operating room at 8:42 and then I woke around 11:00 and no memory of the surgery. Relax you will be fine.

Lanakila - I will join you. I love football. I grew up in NYC so I am a Giants fan per se. I don't follow the players as much. I just love watching games.

I have not eaten anything solid in over 7 days and I am ready to see the results:rolleyes2:.

I have been using the protein bullets by New Whey. Each bullet has 42 grams - I half them and add Crystal Lite to water. I do this about 3 -4 times a day. I stay hydrated and get my protein in.

Welcome to the August 2008 Board. You will find tons of encourgement, support and friends here.

I once told my old boss that "I don't run unless a rabid dog is chasing me". :eek: Maybe I will change my mind once I lose some weight and walking gets boring.:w00t:

Thanks for all your hard work Lanakila. Aug. 28th will be here before you know it.

Wise people say.....when one door closes another will open. Your door will open!

I got banded last Friday and I can honestly say it was breeze. The anxiety leading up the the surgery it was is a killer. I woke up from surgery with little discomfort and the nurses eased that away with some pain meds that worked quickly. I am on day 5 and I feel ok. I am still on clear liquids until Friday and I don't feel hungry. I do miss eating just for the hell of it but that is what got me here in the first place. Try to remain calm - everything will be ok.:w00t:

Crying was the better choice in this sitution Lisa. I was nine months pregnant when I had to look for a new job. It can be done. You will do it!!

Umm....let's see Listen and work with my band Eat a low Carb and low fat diet Continue to workout at Curves 4x a week and Walk 3x a week 225# - I have not been this low since 2004 - Scream with joy that I can wear my Tommy Hilfinger jeans that I have been saving for 4 years 199# - I have no idea. I can't remember the last time my I weighed under 200. I am not a shopper but I bet I will have to get some new clothes at this weight 150# - goal - I think. I don't know what I will look like at this weight. I am sure it will be glancing into a mirrors every chance I get and prancing around - perhaps naked:w00t:

Nina, I agree with the other posters about showing up in person. They can't ignore you and you are the customer. Good luck!

I had surgery last Friday and yesterday was the first day I didn't need a Gas X strip. I have been taking walks in the morning and that seems to help. I had the gas mainly near my collarbone area, more on my right then on my left. But I have no pains today. Only a slight discomfort and I can't pick anything up from the floor. Good Luck to all the new bandsters.