lisaluvsgreys

Congratulations! Have you had your first fill yet?

I was banded a week ago and I really feel blah. I am keeping up on my protein drinks and fluids. I am growing hungrier each day. I have not had any problem drinking. My doctor said that is because he implanted the large size band in my stomach. I caught myself drinking my protein shake normally as I would have before surgery. Has anyone else experienced this?

Semper Fi!

I hear you on the protein drinks! I can take Oh Yeah, Isopure, and Muscle Milk Light. There us some after taste and smell, but not as bad as others! There is also one I drink from a plastic test tube. It is OK too. I buy mine "ready to drink." it is pricier, but I can stomach them. I usually buy in bulk, on sale, or from Cost Co.

My doctor told me if I was vomiting or had diarreah to call him ASAP. I think you should call him first thing tomorrow. I wish you good health! PS my follow-up is on the 6th too.

After hearing this, I am so glad my Dr. gave me the large size band! I have had my band a week, and things are finally looking up! People do not call that week "bandster hell" for nothing! I wondered what in the world have I gotten myself into a couple days after the surgery. My post op follow up is on Weds, and I cannot wait to eat mushies.... Did I just say that? Ha ha ha Glad you got a band that works for you!!

That is wonderful! I am so happy for you!!!

Weight Watchers lists it in their fast food book as a good choice. I personally cannot stand McDonalds. If it works for someone, I think they should stick with it. It is all about modifications, calories in vs calories burned.

Egg McMuffins are actually a healthy choice. Not everything from fast food restaurants are bad for you. I think it is smart to know healthy fastfood choices if you are in a bind. Egg McMuffins are 250 calories without cheese, 290 with cheese.

I am sorry for your frustration! Exercise, Exercise, Exercise! That is the key. Calories in vs calories burned. I know you are probably sick of hearing that, but that is the solution. I got the lapband to assist me with my caloric intake. My metabolism is so slow, that if I look at food I gain. I have to eat minimally, and exercise my butt off to lose even a pound! I wish you luck. Use your frustration to work off those pounds. It is difficult to get started, but once you incorporate that into your routine, you should be good. Keep a food journal to track your calories, and exercise those calories off! PS I am a single mom; and juggle my time between my son, work and school too. I hope you are on this board in 6 months so that you can give me that same advice! I have to be accountable for every bite I take, and make sure I work it off! Hang in there!!! :smile2:

I agree with Minimeme. If you screw up, do not dwell on it! Just get back on the diet! If you dwell on it you might end up cheating more. Hang in there! This is good practice for after you get banded. All liquids, no solids!

LOL Very Funny!!! Please do not make me laugh, it hurts too much!!! LOL

Gas-X is the first thing on my to do list tomorrow!! I have been moving around, but that is not enough. I really appreciate the support! It is really helping me make it through such a huge transition! Hugs!!!

I have had no problems sleeping due to the drugs. I have even been able to take naps. The first night home I slept on my back with pillows under my knees and all around me. I have never slept on my back. I fell asleep for 5 hours. I was shocked. Now I am sleeping on my side. The Loratab did help the first couple of nights sleeping. I am no longer taking it since I have to drive.

How much gas is in there!!! I am so ready to deflate! LOL I had no gas on 12/28-12/29, but yesterday and today, I feel like I am going to float around the room. I am so bloated. How do I get rid of this gas! I really thought I would be gas free! HA HA HA! Good One, Huh? :biggrin:

I have been home recovering for 4 days now. I think most of my pain is from gas. How do you get rid of the gas? I have been walking, stretching, doing weird yoga positions to get it out of me! This is driving me crazy! I know things will get better, but it is really taking a toll on me. I have been down in the dumps, and struggling to get my everyday chores completed. I do not mean to have a pity party, I am just kind of blue. Has anyone else every felt like this after surgery?

I just had lap band surgery on Monday, and I did not think about how it would impact my life as a single mom. It has been a struggle, but we are making it! I am hoping that I begin to feel better over the next couple of days. I have been depressed, and have had no energy, but I do not want my son to know that; so I am putting on a happy face. I know this is not forever, and things will get easier. I want to be alive and active for my son as he grows older. With this surgery, it will be possible! Hang in there. You will always have fears, but you need to do what you feel in your heart!

Thank you luvj0nz! I am hanging in there. I feel like I am in limbo right now. Thank goodness my Mom is here keeping my 11 year old entertained. I walked around downstairs earlier and watched TV. I am thinking about taking a nap. I slept great last night, but I am still tired. Everyone on this site is wonderful! I wish everyone a healthy journey!

First day home from the hospital, and I am so sore! Ouch! Started sipping liquids this morning. Going to take vitamins and meds in a few. How long does the pain last?

Thank you Trisha!

I am thinking of you today! Wishing you a speedy recovery!!

Thank you Amy! I am home from the hospital now, and very sore. I miss my morphine! LOL The doctor gave me a pain reliever, but it does not work as well. He told me that I would be in more pain today, and he was right. So far, I have not had any gas issues....knock on wood! Any recommendations? Thank you for your support!

I did a lot of research on both bands. I was gung-ho about the Realize band, but in the end I went with the Lap Band. The Lap band has a lesser chance of erosion. Both are at risk for it, but the Lap Band design is less. I am in the hospital recovering at this moment! I am so excited about my new life!

I am up in my hospital room recovering. Typing on my iTouch is difficult with all my attachments, so sorry for the typos in advance. I am having adominal pain. They gave me a morphin pump! Yeah! LOL the staff is awesome. They making sure I am comfortable! I am so excited about starting my new life! Back to sleep!

Thank you Jenny!!! Good Luck to you too!!!! I will be home from the hospital the night before your surgery. Talk to you later! :smile: