livinhealthy72

I was banded on 12/31, it was great no issues at all. I didn't really get hungry until this past week, now I'm hungry 2 hours after I eat and craving things I shouldn't have. I am eating semi-soft foods, nothing crunchy or fibrous yet. I don't drink while eating, and wait 30 minutes after I eat. I quit soda all together, drinking no cal water instead and have even given up alcohol. I was doing so well to start off, now I'm getting depressed and losing motivation. I am scheduled for my first fill on 1/29 and just pray that helps.

I have not had this feeling of peace yet, and fear it won't come and all this was for not. I was banded on 12/31. I get my first fill on 1/29 and am hoping that will keep me from getting hungry so quickly. Have you gotten a fill yet?

"In your post, please share information about yourself such as age, gender, marital status, occupation, geographical location, amount of weight lost, amount of weight to lose, etc." HI! I was banded 12/31/08 and have my first fill 2/03/09. I have lost 19 pounds of my 129 pound goal. I am 36, female in a long term relationship. I live in MO and work as an analyst in the finance industry. I think that answers all the questions above. I am looking for a female mentor in her 30's who's weight loss goal was over 100 pounds similar to mine. Someone who has been there and done that and kicked butt! THANKS!

I haven't started working out yet, walk about 4 times a week which I know isn't enough. I am still in the mushy stage of the diet, but I have been testing the waters with solid foods, and no issues yet with exception to bread. I am trying to stick to 3 meals and 1 snack daily. I need to start incorporating a Protein smoothie for my evening snack because am worried not getting enough protein. I haven't started counting calories yet, that will start after my fill on 2/3. Thanks for your help! We can do it! Deanna:wink:

I hope you went through with it. I just got banded on 12/31 and have had NO issues at all with exception to gas right after surgery. I have already lost 19 pounds since, please do this....you are worth it!

Hi, thanks for the reply....does this mean you are willing to put up with me and be my "o' wise one" :thumbup:? Sounds like you have done very well since March! What does your diet and excercise program consist of? Thanks

LOL!!! I just have to tell you that I enjoyed this entry so much! This is why I only told my BF, parents, MIL and only 1 friend that I was banded 12/31. I didn't want everyone elses "expert" opinion. If everyone is such an expert on weight loss and being healthy why are 61% of Americans obese?

I just got banded on 12/31, and the liquid stage is HARD! But, it is totally worth it, when you see how small your stomach has shrank to after surgery and how much you lose during that time you will be very happy! I have lost about 20 pounds so far - so keep slurpin' the soup and good luck to you!

Good for you!!

OMG TOO FUNNY!!! I would imagine all men would think this should be our National Anthem!

I also just found a site that appears to have some great recipes targeted for WLS specifically. Living After Weight Loss Surgery

Thanks feeling great!

Hi everyone! I am new to the group, just had surgery on the 31st and am doing great. I have looked at some of the photos posted and have to admit that I'm extremely excited about this journey. Looking at how wonderful some of the after photos are is so encouraging to us newbies. :cursing: