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I was just banded on 8/29/08 and I have been doing really good and feeling great and then I started my cycle two days ago and I feel like crap. I feel so tired and have had more shoulder and chest pain and I haven't changed my diet. Has anyone else experienced this with their first cycle after being banded? I just hope I don't have to go thru this every month, I just want to crawl up in the bed and sleep all day. I couldn't even drink all my protein shake this morning. I hope this passes soon. Blahhhhhh!!!

I was just banded on 8/29/08 and I have been doing really good and feeling great and then I started my cycle two days ago and I feel like crap. I feel so tired and have had more shoulder and chest pain and I haven't changed my diet. Has anyone else experienced this with their first cycle after being banded? I just hope I don't have to go thru this every month, I just want to crawl up in the bed and sleep all day. I couldn't even drink all my protein shake this morning. I hope this passes soon. Blahhhhhh!!!:rolleyes2:

Thanks for sharing your story.

thanks for all the good recipes

Has anyone tried Miracle Noodles?? I read about them somewhere and they are all fiber no carbs. I was wondering if anyone has tried them and if they are any good??

What kind of diet are you on?? I was on a less than 50gm per day of carbs. I guess it depends on your doctor. Anytime I got hungry I would have some protein or a small salad with ranch dressing. You can do it!!!

I was banded 3 weeks ago today. I have lost 14.4 lbs since surgery and 19.9 lbs including the 2 week pre-op diet. I am so happy. I wish I had done this a year ago, I can't believe I ever considered not having this done. I already feel so much better.

I was banded 3 weeks ago today. I have lost 14.4 lbs since surgery and 19.9 lbs including the 2 week pre-op diet. I am so happy. I wish I had done this a year ago, I can't believe I ever considered not having this done. I already feel so much better. :cursing:

Renita congrats on your surgery date it will be here before you know it. Great job on the walking. I am walking everyday right now, yesterday was 2 weeks banded for me and I weighed again this morning and I lost another 2 pounds so I am down 11.2 pounds since surgery. I went back to work this week and I must admit I feel pretty good. Take Care, Cindy

I start mushies on Saturday, what is ricotta bake??? recipe??? Thanks

I just voted for you. Good Luck!!!!!

Helmann's light is a good mayo....I have tried the other's and I don't like them as well. Kraft and Blue Plate are awful.

Well today is 11 days post-op for me. All my incisions are healing nicely, no more bandaids. I have lost 8.4 lbs and I have walked the last 7 days in a row!!!! I go back to work on Thursday. I am keeping a diary everyday of what I eat and how much I exercise. I actually enjoy writing my day down on paper. It helps keep me honest. I feel like I have a new attitude:smile2:

Well today is 11 days post-op for me. All my incisions are healing nicely, no more bandaids. I have lost 8.4 lbs and I have walked the last 7 days in a row!!!! I go back to work on Thursday. I am keeping a diary everyday of what I eat and how much I exercise. I actually enjoy writing my day down on paper. It helps keep me honest. I feel like I have a new attitude:smile2:

Congrats on you insurance approval!!! Renita you can do it!!! Don't let that 36 lbs stand in your way, you just do what you need to do and lose as much as possible and I know they will get you going as soon as possible. Good Luck!!! Cindy:thumbup:

I have just recently been banded but from everyone that I have talked to and everything that I have read on this website it sounds like you are ready for your first fill. I know most people get their first fill at around 6 to 8 weeks and you are past that point. If you have gained 3 lbs and are having no restriction you are ready for a fill. Check in with your doctor, and I hope you get back on track. Only you can decide if you made the right decision, but stay positive and do all the right things and I don't think you will regret it. Take Care!!!

OMG...I just learned a valuable lesson. Do not drink your protein shake toooo fast. I guess I was going back to my old ways and I didn't realize how fast I was drinking, not until the shoulder pain kicked in. Well 2 hours later I am feeling better but believe me I will slow down from now on.

OMG...I just learned a valuable lesson. Do not drink your protein shake toooo fast. I guess I was going back to my old ways and I didn't realize how fast I was drinking, not until the shoulder pain kicked in. Well 2 hours later I am feeling better but believe me I will slow down from now on.

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Hey Renita, I must say I am a little disappointed today, I weighed in and I lost 5.4 lbs. I guess I psyched myself up for a larger amount. I know that any loss is better than nothing. I have had a couple of people to tell me not to worry about it because this is a time of healing for me not for great loss. I am just going to take one day at a time and keep doing the right things. I know I made the right decision and I will succeed. Have a great day and keep me posted on your progress. Cindy:smile2:

I know I should be happy but I am disappointed in myself. Today I weighed for the first time since my surgery 8/29/08. I have only lost 5.4 lbs. I have been on the clear liquids and I have been walking 30 minutes a day. I have read so many post by others who lost so much more their first week. I know everyone is different. I guess I just set myself up for a let down. If I only lost 5.4 lbs this week I am scared for the next week considering I am moving up to full liquids. What do I do??

I know I should be happy but I am disappointed in myself. Today I weighed for the first time since my surgery 8/29/08. I have only lost 5.4 lbs. I have been on the clear liquids and I have been walking 30 minutes a day. I have read so many post by others who lost so much more their first week. I know everyone is different. I guess I just set myself up for a let down. If I only lost 5.4 lbs this week I am scared for the next week considering I am moving up to full liquids. What do I do??

Congrats Don!!! I am so happy for you. I have been reading about you on the thread and it is your time, being nervous is just a part of it. I am 7 days post-op and I feel great. I am so glad I had this done. Cindy:smile2:

I was never told I had to loose any weight before surgery. I just had to do the low carb diet for 2 weeks before surgery. I ended up losing 5.5 lbs, not much. I guess it is all about who you use for your doctor. You can do it though. I know you can. Check out the pre-op diet sections here on the website and you will get lots of advice/suggestions/recipes etc. I really enjoy this website it has helped me so much. Tomorrow is weigh day for me. I am a little scared. Cindy

I must confess I feel really good. I am starting my full liquid diet tomorrow and I have been exercising and have been cleaning house. I went and had a manicure and pedicure today. I am so excited about my new life with my band. I will be weighing tomorrow for the first time since surgergy.