renee10704

I was banded on Oct. 13, 2008 and for me its been hard to eat around people. I went out to lunch with a bunch of co-workers and ordered some chicken and veg. could only eat a small amount and asked for the rest to go. I got tons of nasty comments from people. They did not know that I had the surgery, but it still bothered me. My family is also still getting use to me eating small portions. One thing I cant eat is carbs even one bite of bread or Pasta and I am throwing it up.

Me too!! Breads, pastas... any carbs are insta pukers!

Had a good time at the meeting on Wednesday night at Yale. It was a small group 3 post-op and one pre. It was nice to chat and put a face with people from the board. We should try and have a get together on the weekend or something like that and is not as formal. Any suggestions?

Chris

Chris

Are most of you in the New Haven area?

Renee sounds like an awesome run!!! I going to start to run on February 1st . I'll be honest I haven't tried since i lost my current weight the last time my butt Jiggled so bad it was embarrasing. So I set a goal for running .. I love the treadmill not a big fan of the eliptical trainer I can do 45 min on treadmill easy at 3.5 MPH so I figure to run I'll have to get up to at least 5.0 MPH !! How long have you been running?

I havent started yet, but my husband runs so he is going to help out. I have the Couch to 5K saved, just waiting on the right time to start. My butt's a jiggla too!! The run isnt until September, so I have time. Even if I run some and walk some, finishing it will be enough for me :cool: That is awesome about the treadmill for you! Elliptical is HARD lol, I can do like 15-20 min before i feel like I might die LOL :regular_smile:

I am 6 days post op and have been able to drink diet coke, carbinated or not, just fine. I usualy will leave a glass of diet coke out for the day, pop 2 ice cubes in it, so by evening it's flat so I can enjoy a nice glass. I def dont drink as much as I used to but it's still nice to have one enjoyment, lol. Either that or you can sit stirring it for 5 mins with a fork to make it go flat. And there is Water in diet cola.......

I do the same. I love SODA!! I have cut down immensely but I have some every now and then. I just flatten it and yum

Hi Chris,

Welcome to the board and the New Haven area! I work at Yale,

I work at Greenwich

My first fill was a nightmare!! I took a valium prior and it didnt help at all!! I am scared to get another one, but thank goodness I dont need as of yet. I was filled Nov 20th, and just went in for a visit today and it wasnt needed!~!

Did the weights yesterday for about 45 minutes god it feels great to feel muscles I never had!!! Crappy weather so I will hit the gym at work today. My Monthly goal is to hit the gym to do Cardio & Weights for 6 days a week to get myself into a routine. I'm going to start a journal and logging food and exercise so I know how I'm doing.

Thats great!! My energy just finally took a turn for the better. I started doing the strip tease workout and it WORKS!!! I am hurtin but feeling great about it!! I also am psyched to get my new bike outside. I am going to start running as well. My goal is to be able to do the Tunnel To Towers Run in Sept. It's a 5K. :thumbup: Gotta have goals!!!

Hi kidder:

I strongly suggest you see another doctor(team).

What you describe does not sound right to me.

Try Dr. Molinelli in Greenwich. They really work close to their patients. Let me know how it goes. You need the support.

Dr. Molinelli is my MD... I LOVE HIM :thumbup:

Hey all!! I live in NY, but I work and had my surgery done in CT @ Greenwich Hospital. I had my surgery on October 23rd, 2008, one fill on Nov 20th and going for a visit today. I am down 34lbs now (although I havent weighed myself in a few days). Still trying to figure it all out.

Hoping to talk soon!! Good luck to everyone :thumbup:

I hear my stomach talking to me a lot. IT says eat LOL, I do... 4 bites later, can't eat anymore! Hope you can overcome soon.

I got my period the day OF surgery when I got home. Good times - NOT!!!

I live right outside of the City so I will be there whether in NYC or NJ. If you need any help, please let me know. I can assist in any way possible. Also, I dont know if you have my MD speaking, but I can gladly give you his info.

I am eating mushy food, like Soups but if I chew chicken long enough I can get it down. I made the mistake of trying some crackers with it. BACK UP!!! I used to drink when I ate, now thats over and I felt so clogged!!

How is everyone doing?

I am from New York City. To be more specific I live in Manhattan :eek:

Same place as my surgery.

Hey there! I live in WChester (Yonkers) and was banded in Greenwich... nice to see a neighbor!

That's how I felt when I had too much sweet potatoes! My nutritionist told me to keep Papaya Enzymes on hand, they will add with your digestion. They are chewable, and taste GREAT! Hope you are feeling better.

What else are you eating? I was banded 10/23/08 and under the impression I had to be on this clear diet for a WEEK and then liquid another week. I couldnt take it anymore. I been going with how I feel. Slowly with Soups, then cottage cheese (which I HATE) and now I Had an egg today.

Good luck

Good luck on your journey. I am still trying to navigate the site better, but so far everyone has been super friendly!!

Your doctor may want you on clear liquids for a week, so don't just move to full liquids without checking with him! One thing I've learned on LBT - every doctor is different with his pre-op and post-op diets. It's kinda bad if you ask me. You'd think if everyone was putting in the same band, they'd have the same Before and After Care.

Thanks Jmegirl I think they all have different diets but I have to be honest, I am just finding out what is working for me. So far so good, not throwing up... Hope everyone is feeling well!!

thank goodness. i thought i was the only one with the breath problem. i usually complain to my husband about him, but he said something to me for the first time after I brushed my teeth!! I am mortified and am constantly eating gum (i know I am not supposed to but it not like I am giong to swallow it!) So, our breath smells because we arent eating carbs? I was banded on 10-23 and I just started Soups and potatoes. what is everyone else eating?

Super help. I thought I had to be on Clear Liquids for a week and I am ready to kill someone!! :biggrin:

We can EAT? I am sooo having the same stomach growling issues, but drink something and feel bloated. I dont have the gas issues as much, but still feel blah... This is so great to be able to talk to others going through the same as I am! Good luck to everyone!!!

HI Lesly... I am in the same boat, 33 and just banded this week. Hope we can share success stories and questions. You did better than I, I didnt do too much research, just made up my mind what I wanted to do and did it. How are you feeling?

Hey all, just popping in to make an introduction and hopefully get some answers from people who know better than I. I just recently had the Lap Band procedure done 10-23-08. Going through the motions. Doing pretty good gas wise, but still sore. Hope everyone is doing ok. Cant wait to talk more with you guys!

Renee :eek: