larae

I am in too. I would like to lose 10#.

Ok this is driving me crazy what is PB?

I had 5 days of clears, 3 days of full liquids, 7 days pureed and 7 days of soft foods. It wasn't easy but I did it. I did lots of tea, popsicles and jello for the clears. Once I got to full liquids I could do protein shakes and that is what made a difference.

Christiemr- congrats on the kid free weekend. I am jealous!!! Hummingbird- Hmm looks like you found a new use for McDonalds bags I think I will put some barf bags in the car just in case. Elfiepoo- That sounds horrible. Feel better soon {{{hugs}}} I now have a cold too. Baby girl has RSV and my son has a cold too. I hate being sick when they are. 11 days until first fill can't wait.

I am all about the journal. I track on Free Diet Plans at SparkPeople I track exercising and eating and water since that is hard for me to get in. My doctor wants me to eat 3x a day with no snacks but I haven't had a fill yet so that isn't going to happen. He said he would rather I eat smaller amounts more frequently than eating too much and stretching my pouch. My meal plan is pretty much as others mentioned above. I really stress tracking your food.

Well I made it. I was banded on the first and now I am counting down until I can get my first fill. I am starving!! I had a great nsv today put on my jeans and they are so loose!! Excited to meet everyone.

I notice that too. I have be careful about breakfast. I never been much of a breakfast person and if I don't then my calories really add up from late afternoon to evening.

A friend I used to work with had the LB surgery and is now at goal weight and looking awesome!! My son has noticed I don't look like most moms and has been making a ton of comments. Last fall during my husbands open enrollment with work I called around to see which insurance would cover the LB and at what percent. I got my paperwork in and saved money for my portion. I am still early on and waiting for my first fill but so far so good!!

Sorry I am with Betsy I am not a fan of MM!

I totally agree some days are harder than others. What I do to combat that is JOURNAL. Yeah it sucks to write down everything I put in my mouth but that is what I have to do to in order to be successful.

Mine allow me to drink right up until I eat as well but not drinking for 2 hours after kills me. I count down the time occasionally. :thumbup:

Mine is a little above my belly button and a little to the left. I thought it was going to be further left I don't like it right in front but I guess the line isn't that long.

Thank you for sharing your story. I am so sorry for your loss.

The list I was given for a full liquid diet was: skim milk, Protein shakes, strained soup, lf smoothies, yogurt drinks, custard, pudding, yogurt, nectar juice or juice. Looking forward to Monday to starting pureed foods.

Ohhhh thanks for asking this question I was wondering the same thing. I was banded on the 1st.

I take Alive by Natures Way in liquid form. It is nasty but do able and they make me feel so much better than anything else I have tried. I also take a chewable Omega 3 and a chewable calcium.

I had my surgery yesterday. I am sore and tired but doing good.

Today was my surgery. I arrived at 630 and they put me in a room to change into a gown and ted hose for blood clots. My pre-op nurse was really sweet and proficient. She kept checking on me before the surgery. About 45 minutes later they took me into surgery. I then met with the surgical nurse who reviewed meds, allergies and what to expect. After that I med with the Anesthesiologist who was really nice and encouraging. They give me Phenergan to help with nausea. My post op nurse was my favorite. Right after surgery I told the nurse I was scare I wasn't going to be successful. She took my hand and said she believed in me and that she knew I would be successful. That really meant a lot to me. I was in recovery for 4 hours. I am now home and have some pain and nausea but it is do able. I look forward to getting healthy and losing weight!!!

I know a girl I used to w ork with that had LB done. She looks amazing!! Only she and my husband knows and that is the way it will continue. I don't want to be judged and I don't want to hear negative comments. Plus I don't think its anyone's business.

Update from today. I ended up having to take some pain meds. My daughter (18months) elbowed me on one of my incisions. I waited awhile and was extremely sore so I did break down and take some pain meds. I am tender but this has been easier than I thought. My husband made steaks and mushrooms, baked potatoes and salad for him and the kids..... I had to leave the room until they were done lol! Good luck tomorrow!!

I had my surgery today and not have too bad of pain. My main problem is nausea and dry mouth. My doctor told me clear liquid for 5 day but not an amount or how often. Any suggestions? How long should it take me to drink a cup of Water? Thanks, Larae

Ohhhh congrats I am having mine Monday.

Can you guys post the link to your vidoes? I can't find them on Youtube. Thanks for the encouragement!

I am March 1st!! Can't wait!

I also have United. They qualify you if you have a bmi of 40 or bmi 35 with co mobalities, like sleep apnea or diabetes. I had documentation that I went to Weight Watchers for a year. I got qualified right away just one letter. With mine they cover at an 80/20 with a maximum payout of 10,000. My surgery is scheduled for March 1st. I can't wait!!!