kleinow01

HAPPY EASTER! Hope everyone is feeling great today! I am currently down 23 lbs since pre-op diet. I am having my 1st fill on monday and it is definaltely time! In the last week we have had 3 birthdays (cake included) in the house! I have to admit the cake got the best of me a time or two (or maybe three). Now Easter brunch tomorrow but we are hosting at our house so that will make it a little easier for me to stay busy and be more diligent about what I am eating. I'm hoping that I am carefull after the fill, I've haven't been stuck yet, but I haven't been following the rules very well lately either. I haven't been planning my meals and then when I'm starving and I eat too fast and not chewing well enough. Time to start taking more time for the important things! Back to the Journey!

HAPPY EASTER! Hope everyone is feeling great today! I am currently down 23 lbs since pre-op diet. I am having my 1st fill on monday and it is definaltely time! In the last week we have had 3 birthdays (cake included) in the house! I have to admit the cake got the best of me a time or two (or maybe three). Now Easter brunch tomorrow but we are hosting at our house so that will make it a little easier for me to stay busy and be more diligent about what I am eating. I'm hoping that I am carefull after the fill, I've haven't been stuck yet, but I haven't been following the rules very well lately either. I haven't been planning my meals and then when I'm starving and I eat too fast and not chewing well enough. Time to start taking more time for the important things! Back to the Journey!

Awsome! thank You!

Are you wearing a band/wrap on your stomach? I think that would help me.:laugh:

I was banded on March 3rd. My doc told me to wait 2 weeks before I start walking. On sat. I went on the eliptical for 2 miles and walked the track for a while after and I am swollen today. My stomach is kinda bruised feeling above my navel. So I wouldn't rush it!

Wishes for a quick and safe recovery!! Happy banding!

I was banded March 3rd. I will be your support too!

My dietician says to drink pineapple juice. It will break down the proteins in meat to help it slide through. Luck for me I haven't been stuck yet so I havent had to try it.

As of today I have lost 18 of those nasty pounds! I am feeling really good physically and mentally, actually looking forward to may first day back to work (weird!). I have had to start wearing a belt for the 1st time in years!:eek: I am excited that I feel well enough to work out now. My goal is to not gain any weight before my first fill in April. I've heard that if I lose any it is a bonus so that would be great but I am not going to set myself up to be disapointed if I don't lose. Have a great day!

As of today I have lost 18 of those nasty pounds! I am feeling really good physically and mentally, actually looking forward to may first day back to work (weird!). I have had to start wearing a belt for the 1st time in years! I am excited that I feel well enough to work out now. My goal is to not gain any weight before my first fill in April. I've heard that if I lose any it is a bonus so that would be great but I am not going to set myself up to be disapointed if I don't lose. Have a great day!

:thumbup:

So I broke down and bought a scale today. I was hoping I could just go by the size of my clothes but I am too anxious. I am still having trouble finding things to eat. I did buy some Greek yogurt with 10 grams of protein. Hating the store boughten protein shakes! :thumbup: After wed. I can go to the gym but I can tell I'm not "back" to 100% yet. It is really hard to not be able to do everything your used to doing. Back to work next thur... Make it a great day! :wink2:

So I broke down and bought a scale today. I was hoping I could just go by the size of my clothes but I am too anxious. I am still having trouble finding things to eat. I did buy some Greek yogurt with 10 grams of protein. Hating the store boughten protein shakes! After wed. I can go to the gym but I can tell I'm not "back" to 100% yet. It is really hard to not be able to do everything your used to doing. Back to work next thur... Make it a great day!

Great Inspiration! Great points!!

Keep up the good work!

I haven't stopped eating pudding. It is an easy thing to add protein powder to. I like bannana pudding with 2 scoops of vanilla protein powder. I have heard that if your going to eat chicken or turkey to eat it with gravey so it isn't dry. Hope this helps! =) Make it a great day!!

That is awsome! Remember, this has been no small accomplishment! Be Proud!

Grrrr! My husband doesn't let me break any rules!:tt1: Been laying in bed for what seems like forever! Did take a little walk around the grocery store yesterday which turned out to be a BiG mistake! :closedeyes: Spent the rest of the evening layed up... Sucked! No way I can get enough protein in yet. I just keep sipping away at it. Hope everyone is doing well:smile:

Grrrr! My husband doesn't let me break any rules! Been laying in bed for what seems like forever! Did take a little walk around the grocery store yesterday which turned out to be a BiG mistake! :thumbup: Spent the rest of the evening layed up... Sucked! No way I can get enough protein in yet. I just keep sipping away at it. Hope everyone is doing well:smile:

Congratulations! Just had my surgery 4 days ago! Make sure you have you puddings and stuff made!

I havent had a C-section but I am sure a C-section would be much worse. I am 4 days post-op and still laying around. I walked around the grocery store yesterday and I was in pain last night. Hoping to feel much better soon. Still have some of the gas pain but nothing to bad. Good Luck!

Great Job! Way to inspire your friends!! Keep up the good work!

I can relate. I was banded 2 days ago. I have the shoulder/collar bone pain too. I was a little naseusa last night and I hope I don't have anymore. That kinda scared me since I couldn't really use my stomach muscles to help move anything. Keep up the good work!

Great Job! Keep having fun!! =}