Shar Pei

I would say a 3. It was really not bad at all!

Christmas was really hard for me and I gained weight! Got back on the wagon and doing good...but slow. I only have 1.5cc in my band...and it seems fine. I did start going to the gym and it does help....the older you are the harder for the pounds to drop off! Start fresh tomorrow like you were just banded! Then you will be able to get back in the routine. Good luck!

My insurance did not cover either...however, they did pay for part of the anesthesia and the surgicenter. But not the actual surgery...so make sure they send in the bills anyway!

I had my first on Weds and he numbed it...so after the first little needle...all you felt was a little pressure. No issues at all. In fact, I do feel restriction.....more today then the others....not hungry at all. Good luck and don't worry!

Hey! I had my first fill today too! Numbed it up and gave me a little saline....he did not tell me the exact amount but somewhere between 1-2cc. But I can feel it. I am surprised too...I can tell when I drink Water..no more gulps! No restriction on food today....but I am eating light anyway. Good luck with the fill!

I can eat and drink anything too! I try hard not too! I get my first fill tomorrow and I am anxious to see if it helps. I am not straving...but when I start to eat...I feel I eat more then I should. I am happy overall with the band and the weightloss...I just need to move my rear and start to exercise! Have a good evening!

My doctor told me use moderation...enjoy it as this is a livestyle change not a diet.

How much did you take? Thanks! PS>>You look great!

Glad you are dong well! I am 4 weeks out and have my shake every morning for breakfast. Do a 1.5 scoop and get 36grms in at once plus 8 from the skim milk....and I really like my shake! Not sweet at all. I like the greek yogurt too....14 grms! It will get easier each day! Take care

Mine is upper left towards the middle and I can feel it. It is very near the surface.

Thank you! I went out and purchased them today! They are really yummy and I do so need the fiber! I am doing great except in that area! Colace and dulcolax are being my friends!:scared2: Hope everyone is doing great!

You sound like you are doing great! I am about the same with no pre op diet.(except I was losing on my own by cutting back.and stopping my diet coke..but I was banded on the 13th. I really try not to eat too much...but nothing much really bothers me! I chew too...to an oatmeal consistency...too much chewing can cause a paste that blocks! You just can't win! No fill until December:unsure: I was hoping sooner...but I think I can hang in there! Keep up the great work....

Gee..I am sorry you had such a bad experience. I do understand about some people being so insensitive to overweight folks...it is really sad. But good luck with your weightloss! Think positive!

Dymatize Elite® whey Protein Isolate Cafe Mocha I actually look forward to them! I make it with skim milk..do 1 1/2 scoops and get 36grms from the powder and 8 from the milk to start off my day! Not sweet at all. Very low in sugar and only 117 calories per scoop. Good Luck!

I did the same thing...did not tell many people at all during the "planning" stages....but a week before and after...who cares! I tell anyone on a need to know basis....if we are going out for dinner...I think my companions should know so they don't think something is wrong because I am eating odd...they would figure it out anyway. I could give a toot what others think...it is your body...and I could care less who knows now. In someway..you may be opening the door to discussion for someone else who may need a little help too. Good Luck!