sherilynn

I was actually going to call for a fill also! I mean; this is just crazy how 'loose' I am. In reality - I'm sure I can't eat as much as pre-band...but it sure feels like it. For lunch today; I ate a whole baked potato. Pre band...that would be a joke. Now - I AM full on it. I find that I'm 'grazing' more during this time, also. Not good. At least we recognize it!!:clap2:

You will be fine! I've flown 8 times in the last months since being banded. I'm good. From what I've read, if anything - you may feel more restriction. And hey...that could be a good thing! Especially in Vegas! Good luck!

I'm REALLY bad during my pms time. Seriously bad. Mood, iritibility, bloating - I'm the classic B*TCH. :confused: Preband, normal for me is I could eat a horse the week prior. I am a bottomless pit. Post band; not much has changed. I've noticed that my restriction is less at this time of month. I don't know if it's Mother Natures way of saying "Have that chocolate, enjoy that binge"...whatever it maybe be...it's STRANGE. I ate a whole turkey burger today, with onions and mushrooms. Ok...granted - it DID take me longer to eat it...about 45 minutes. I didn't inhale it. I guess it could be that I'm also 'ignoring' the band - and that I continue to just put food in. Nothing comes up. And I will admit - I have learned HOW to eat around the band. But this isn't the case. In one sit down, I can consume more. ***But now that I type this - I'm guessing it's b/c I'm eating for a longer period of time. Anyone else loosen up for PMS?

Your holidays will be different; but really not MUCH. I think by that time, you'll be able to know your band really well. You will know what you can and can not tolerate. The biggest different you'll probably see it that you're not STUFFING yourself. You're not walking away from the table with the need to unbutton your pants. You'll find that you won't be going back for 2nds, 3rds (Do I hear 4ths!!!). I give a TON of credit to those who are banded this time of year. A TON!! Because as physical as this is, its also very emotional. And if you're an emotional eater; I would think this would be a hell time to do it.

LJM....YOU ROCK! You will do it...we all believe in you! You've accomplished SO much!!!

Are you on meds for blood pressure? If you've lost over the last few months...you may be over medicated, which can cause dizziness.

I have the 10cc band. It wasn't until I was upwards of 8ccs that I felt any restriction. I now have over 11ccs...and I have good restriction. But being honest - I've pushed the limits one or two times...to see how much it would take.

Yes...Crystal Light DOES count toward your water. No cals, no sugar - absolutely. It's the caffeinated drinks that can't be counted. As for drinking with meals...as much as you may want to - you may soon discover how uncomfortable it can be.

I have learned that I am a success (in the works).

Cravings? Hell yes! HATED pumkin flavored things...this year I can't seem to get enough; coffee, pie, etc. I never was a fan of ice cream. Well...last weekend I had pumpkin ice cream! It's true!!! I also get 'spur of the moment' cravings, too. Like in what i'd assume in pregnancy. Mushrooms - gotta have em NOW. Mexican - NOW. Very strange!

Unlike any other. And these little NSVs...they're like small gifts or rewards along the way.

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Hi Mich... (Just a fast FYI - visit the Introductions center of LBT...TONS of great Q&A for newbies). But Yes, I can totally relate to your 'long wait'. I started my investigating in late summer of 2006. In September of 2006 I went to my first of the string of appointments. I think I did a very, very good - healthy thing by having a long process and plan. First, it allowed me to get educated. Education is the best way to approach the band. So look at this as a 6 month semester. It seems like such a long time, but you can see it that Thanksgiving is upon us, then the holidays. Bam! 8 weeks there - down and out. **Be sure to ENJOY these holidays, eat up! lol (I waited until January for my surgery...knowing that by THIS holiday season, Bandster life would be old hat!) Then comes January, and snow storms. Before you know it, Valentines day...and even spring break. The 6 months will fly! And in the middle of all of that, you'll be on LBT every day and you'll be going for pre-band classes, and pre-admission testing, etc.etc.etc. In my opinion...the 6 months is needed, to get in the right frame of mind. You're about to embark on a life journey. If you were to do it wham bam...I'd be willing to bet I would have gotten overwhelmed emotionally, and tired physcially. Good luck!

I DEFINATELY have had a fill 'kick in' weeks later!

I got dressed for work from my boyfriends this a.m. It was a day that I just did not feel like wearing what I had packed to wear. Just wasn't in the mood - if you can relate. :sick In a bag in the corner of the dressing room, I had a pair of really cute cropped pants from Avenue size 16. I bought them two weeks ago, to hold onto them for 'someday'...b/c I got a great deal on them. I thought "Hmmmmm". So I figured with a little luck....BINGO. In the pants with plenty of room. Not too tight - but PERFECT. I astonished myself! Size 16? ME? No, couldn't be. So I took them off to double check the tag. Sure enough!! I bought them in The Avenue, so naturally they're a woman's 16. But SO WHAT! They're mine, and the fit! So now, the plan after work is to go and buy other colors! lol Maybe I'll get one size 14, for 'someday'. :whoo::clap2::whoo::clap2::whoo:

Yup; I can get crazy with out my 'hit' of LBT. I'm back into doing my 'check in'...and it feels good to have it. Without it; I panic. :help:

Not until recently did I start my day with a hot beverage. I find that it helps. Also slows me down. No RUSH to eat my breakfast. There is time for it a 1/2 or an hour later. It definately loosens things, to make a breakfast easier. Again, my breakfast can be a crunchy granola bar of sorts.

A 7 pound gain, in two weeks WITH fill? Could it be PMS? Or perhaps you're retaining water from foods you're eating? Or even a new medication could cause water retention. Be sure to weigh yourself the same time of day, even in the same clothes if possible.

Hi Gayle, Thanks so much. I pretty much figured that is what it was. It was really horrifying, since I've never had an acid reflex issue -- ever!!! As it turns out, I kept an empty tummy for almost the entire day. I woke up and went for a hair cut, came home and had a granola bar. I keep crunchies in well. So after that; we took off on a trip into the city to see Jersey Boys...with dinner after. AMAZING resturant, with amazing food. All the appetizers were family style so I was able to pick and choose pretty well. I did some cheeses, some italian cold cuts, a little bit of fried calamari. Didn't stuff myself. Then came dinner. I did the filet mignon - and it was HUGE. So, I cut off about 1/3 of it, ate most, b/c at this point I was feeling full. The rest is now in my fridge, for my lunch on Monday at work. So now, I'm having a bottle of Water. I'm only going to take my night time meds - and that's it. I'll save my Vitamins for the a.m. And I'm going to remain 'upright' for at least an hour. That reflex was a horrible thing. For those who suffer with it on a regular basis - I feel so bad for you. And going forward, I'm going to do everything to avoid it. I should have known better - but again, another learning experience with my band. Sheri

Last night before bed, I had a laughing cow chunck of cheese, and took my meds and Vitamins. I took them with Water. I was so tired...so I went to bed, and fell asleep almost immediately (within a half hour). At 3 a.m. I woke up choking on something; not solid but very acidic. It was gross. I am guess that since I laid down so soon after the cheese and pills, the food lay above the band and did digesting there. Then with a toss and turn in the night, caused me to gag. I was horrified, and today am really feeling 'sore' from it. This never happend before - but I've never laid down so fast after eating either. Was this what happened to me??? Please help.

Sunshine....I just lost it laughing. I know it's not funny at the time; but looking back...give yourself a giggle! It's all a learning curve. To me, a PB is easier than a slime. I've slimed for upwards of over an hour!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I get like a faucet! Where do you live, that you're in Amish land???

I think I have a 'bad' slime episode once every few weeks now. I have learned how to adjust my eating habits so it doesn't happen more often. As for PBing, I think it really only happened once as a reflux. The other times it happend - maybe 4 times - I got a 'puke' feeling, and went to the bathroom and up it came.

POST surgery, I was always warm. No socks to bed, just a sheet - no blankets, etc. Now? I'm ALWAYS cold. I even have my heater on during the day at work. At first, I could understand it was anesthesia after math. Anyone else experience this?

I never was one to go for the chocolate, like I have POST band! It's strange - I used to be just a 'monthly' chocolate fan. Now...forget it! But I have to be careful b/c of my blood sugars. And sugar free chocolate is for the birds.

Cherlita - YOU ARE THE BOMB with this! I love it! THIS is going to be fun!