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I have tried them as well with good outcome. When I say tried them I do mean two or three. Something told me not to push it! Glad I didn't.

Good Day Everyone! Had my fist fill on 4/24/06, in Monterrey with Dr.Rumbaut and Liceely(assistant). I have to say I was nervous having seen the size of the needle being used on video clip shown here in this section. Having said that I'll get to it. Liceely used a local anesthetic inj. after cleaning the area thoroughly. I felt only a tiny prick but nothing to fret over. At this point I focused on the screen where I could easily see my port, stomach, band. For me, this was much easier than looking at what was coming. She asked several question which made this easier as well. Accessing the port was done with no problems. I felt her apply pressure as she connected with my port but never any pain. She explained everything she was doing as she was doing it while I viewed it all on the screen. She showed me what it looked like to have my band in a closed position then open prior to injecting the saline. Then she proceeded to elevate my upper body to a 45 degree angle so that I could injest that wonderful drink. As I took several swallows, she introduced saline into my band for a total of 1.5cc. I could see how the flow of liquid slowed down once this amount was injected. Dr.Rumbaut came in and between the three of us we decided to add a bit more saline after I consumed about 8 ozs of Water with just some slight restriction. Again, I drank more barium while under the fluoro machine and received a total of 1.6cc saline altogether. I had another 8 ozs of water in the waiting room with satisfaction. Prior to leaving back to his office for followup with his dietician, I was asked how I was feeling. I had a potatoe Soup not long after as advised and felt good. I could feel the fullness already or the restriction. Two days later, I am able to tolerate food well but certainly in smaller amounts then prior to my fill. I can definitely say that chewing your food well and no liquids with food is important. My general feeling is that I know I could never swallow with success anything that is not completely almost liquified in my mouth. With the portions I intake now, absolutely will never drink while eating. Not enough room. Sooooo, choose your food intake wisely! IMO. Well, I think I have covered that experience and a good one at that. Glad to be able to share that with you all and I hope it can benefit someone in the future. DonnaB, thanks for your continous support.

MelAnne, I remember liquid food stage to soft food stage and by then I knew my swelling had gone down. About my fourth week post surgery I realized that I could consume more than the amounts on the menu given to me. I did sometimes have a little more here and there because I had no problem whatsoever. Just remember that the menus given to you along with your food options are given to help you also visualize what should be enough to satisfy your hunger. It took some practice to visualize the 1/3 cup this and 1/2 cup that without actually measuring the food but I got it. In my experience feeling satisfied and feeling full were not the same. I hope this helps some along the way.

Go K@t, Go! Be well!

Choose wisely. Of all the things that my dietician and I discussed this past Monday afternoon, I brought those two words with me.

Thanks for sharing. That is so motivating to hear. Welcome.

Yoda, glad to hear things are looking up for you. I wanted to add that shortly after I was settled in my hospital room and started on liquids, my doc and his staff advised me to stick with chamomile tea which I found to be one of the best things for me. I drank it religiously. I seldom used the maalox or the pain meds given me after I left the hospital. As a matter of fact, I was out hiking with some family not long after leaving the hospital. Yes I did have some slight soreness from the incisions and I did of course feel the changes in to my stomach area during anytime of consumtion but I took it all well. I just had my first fill and guess what my choice of drink was? I feel great! Thought I would share since reading your initial post reminded me of it all.

I'd Like to Buy the World a Lety. Had to try my name as well, too fun.

"Come See the Softer Side of Itelntx"

:biggrin1: What? No Edit button!! What in tarnations is going on here? I mean what has this world come to when you take our edit button? Where is an Admin/Mod when you need one? Oh! I know, left with the edit button didn't they. Just thought I would add that in here. LOL

This is just too funny! I will keep the Qn Lat and Oprah bras in mind. Thanks for sharing the boob issues not that I don't have any of my own but will keep them to myself. LOL

Everyday that I look in the mirror, I like to find something positive to say about myself. I happen to think I am cute and pretty. Each day I look at this cute person who seems to change almost daily and I think of just how beautiful I will become. I know I will enjoy each and everyday of my transformation.

Congrats all around. Well done!!!!

Welcome! I know you will enjoy it here.

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Yeah! I almost decided against reading it! Whew! BTW, I was not expecting to lose my 8-9 yr old boys for another 9 and 10 yrs from now. :confused: HA! My two year old is another story but HA!

:confused: Hey, what happened to the happily married option on poll?

:cheer2: Cheering for you, Trish !!!!!

I think it's a great way to treat yourself during the soft stage. It was on my list as well and I add it to my menu once a week. It is a good carb/energy source.

"There's no place like home." Each day will be a better day. Keep us posted.

I finally was able to lay on my back comfortably recently. Before then I too slept on one side or other with the use of a comfy pillow. Switching from one side to the other I feel becomes easier each day. I do well these days and have even tried sleeping on my stomach with some success. How is that "Cameron"?

Welcome and Good Day! While in Monterrey, I stayed at the Hampton which is where Dr.Rumbaut's office made arrangements for my stay post surgery. The day prior to my departure from hotel, I picked up a "gift pack" of goodies at the front desk. You will have to ask for it since the hotel staff does not mention it to you. Included are Water, gatorade, tea bags, buillion cubes, etc. All are part of your post op liquid diet. I simply asked for hot water on the plane or at the airport. You could email the person who made your arrangments and ask if this is still being provided at the hotel. Oh, while at the Hampton, they certainly have a variety of things for you to enjoy while on your preop and postop diet!!! Hope this helps. Keep us posted and Congrats!

With the discription you gave, it sounds like it should be an episode that the Weather Channel has called "It could happen tomorrow". LOL It sounds impressive. LOL

Good Day! Welcome!

Cindy, I had read some information about the lapband several months ago but had put it all aside because I felt I was just too busy for it all. One day in early Febuary I woke up thinking of the website and how I was just tired of feeling tired. Before I started my day that morning I realized my health and family are just too important for me to continue like this. I feel great about my decision. My family has been extremely supportive and although I am new to LBT, I have found answers to all my questions here. Life is good all around. I know you will know when you are ready. I believe we all have that "enough is enough" point. Be well.