Lynn2988

Yay for you. Sounds like everything is normal, thus going well for you. I am a teacher so as I read your post I found myself chuckling about your transport adventure. I was banded on the 10th, just a few days ahead of you and I should tell you that the gassy pains last longer than one would imagine. Other than that each day is better than the next. Looking forward to reading about your journey.

Well today for the most part was a good day. Went out with my husband to buy some things I needed, so I got enough walking in. The gas that is in my neck and goes down my shoulder and arm gets bad at times. At this point cabin fever and boredom is setting in. This is where things can become dangerous because my mind is wandering and fantasizing (we all know about what). I don't feel ready to go back to work yet. The high point of my day was that when I went to the bathroom I was able to clean myself with minimal difficulty. I am a bit concerned about which I haven't mentioned before is that I feel a lot of pressure in my chest, feel it when I take a deep breath and sometimes when I swallow. I have my follow-up appointment with my doctor so hopefully I will get some info about this.:frown:

thanks I can't wait to talk to you both. I really think it is important to have people who are living it to share things with

Today is day 4 and what a difference a day makes. Today I was able to get up without any assistance (although it took a bit - mental thing - not at all physical). I am feeling much better and have a lot more energy. Got up, did some general clean up in my home, bit slower than usual but was able to make the bed, sweep, do the dishes and pick up a few items off of the floor (all in the knees, of course). Haven't felt hungry yet, only thirsty. Every time I have my protein shake my stomach bloats up all over again - still have lots of gas/ air in my body. Haven't taken anything yet - read Gas-X is good from all of you. What I need to do is start exercising, walking I guess is the safest way to start. Really cold and icy out so I guess I will do it in my home. I haven't done any real exercising yet I guess I am behind. - Shame on me. Will do some now. I'll let you know how it goes.:confused:

Your diet sounds really similar to the one I was told to go on - on mine I was also allowed one cup of non starchy vegetables as well as sugar free jello and popsicles. For my protein I elected to go with Boost and Ensure high protein energy drinks. Good Luck.

That's absurd. Did he tell you why precisely he wouldn't do it?

I am truly happy to read about all of your success thus far. I was just banded and to hear about your success makes me feel hopeful. Just by reading your blog entry I can tell that you are an amazing woman who is on a mission to succeed in every aspect her life. That is inspirational to others. I look forward to "peeking" in on journeys, both with weight and school. Congratulations on all that you have accomplished thus far.

Amanda, I was banded on the 10th and I can tell you that each day is a bit easier than the next so far. Recovery it self has lots of little things I didn't expect either. But know that the future is bright and soreness subsides. Congratulations.

Feeling Better than Yesterday... Today is much better than yesterday. I am pretty much able to get up with little or no assistance now. (My bed is kind of high - didn't realize that would be work). I could always walk around and even go up and down stairs right after surgery. Soreness has been replaced with a feeling like a muscle that has been really worked out. The only thing that is still a bit problematic is cleaning myself well after using the bathroom. I can't fully stretch yet. Thank goodness for showers and the fact that my wounds closed up with some sort of "superglue" so they can get wet. Sorry if that is a bit more than you wanted to know, but there are lots of things that I didn't really consider. I was always thinking long term, never week one after surgery.

Today is day 4 and what a difference a day makes. Today I was able to get up without any assistance (although it took a bit - mental thing - not at all physical). I am feeling much better and have a lot more energy. Got up, did some general clean up in my home, bit slower than usual but was able to make the bed, sweep, do the dishes and pick up a few items off of the floor (all in the knees, of course). Haven't felt hungry yet, only thirsty. Every time I have my protein shake my stomach bloats up all over again - still have lots of gas/ air in my body. Haven't taken anything yet - read Gas-X is good from all of you. What I need to do is start exercising, walking I guess is the safest way to start. Really cold and icy out so I guess I will do it in my home. I haven't done any real exercising yet I guess I am behind. - Shame on me. Will do some now. I'll let you know how it goes.:frown:

As you get to know your limits everything is in small amounts. In terms of sips I sip (swallow) about two at a time, then wait a minute or two, and sip again. Liquid seems to go down (on me) with no difficulty. it takes me about 10 minutes to get through a Boost high protein energy drink (liquid). I am sure I can get through it quicker, but do not want to push it just yet. In terms of feeling full - today is my day 4 after being banded and I haven't felt hungry yet - thirsty yes, but no hunger for food (desire a bit) - my daughter the same - we are taking in the liquids because we know we need to, but based on what I've read the "hungry" will come soon. As you prepare for your surgery, based on your doctor's recommendations of course, have what you need in your house a ahead of time, chewable vitamins, high protein drinks that you like, broth, sugar free jello and popsicles... These are things you will need to select because others despite their best intentions will not always make smart choices for you (this is experience speaking). Also, make sure for your first day or two some is there to help you get up and lay down - you may not need it, but that was something I didn't realize I would need and I did (luckily my husband was there). Finally, depending on your size, flexibility, and soreness level have a plan as to how you will clean yourself after using the bathroom (another thing I didn't think about ahead of time). Needless to say its a temporary thing, that may not apply to you, but its important. Hope this is helpful.

I started to do the same thing a few weeks before surgery and in doing so I did some damage meaning I gained back the little bit I had lost the few months before. I had to do a liquid diet two weeks before surgery and even then I allowed myself a meal every two days (nothing too over the top)- the idea that I physically could, where after the surgery I could not just tempted me more. But then something clicked four days before surgery I decided once again that I wanted to be thin and that this was my choice. With that I went into to the surgery with four full days of liquid diet and no last supper. Now three days after surgery I have no regrets about what I ate before, where part of my choice of eating might have been nerves I think it had more to do with ability.

Feeling Better than Yesterday... Today is much better than yesterday. I am pretty much able to get up with little or no assistance now. (My bed is kind of high - didn't realize that would be work). I could always walk around and even go up and down stairs right after surgery. Soreness has been replaced with a feeling like a muscle that has been really worked out. The only thing that is still a bit problematic is cleaning myself well after using the bathroom. I can't fully stretch yet. Thank goodness for showers and the fact that my wounds closed up with some sort of "superglue" so they can get wet. Sorry if that is a bit more than you wanted to know, but there are lots of things that I didn't really consider. I was always thinking long term, never week one after surgery.

Today is much better than yesterday. I am pretty much able to get up with little or no assistance now. (My bed is kind of high - didn't realize that would be work). I could always walk around and even go up and down stairs right after surgery. Soreness has been replaced with a feeling like a muscle that has been really worked out. The only thing that is still a bit problematic is cleaning myself well after using the bathroom. I can't fully stretch yet. Thank goodness for showers and the fact that my wounds closed up with some sort of "superglue" so they can get wet. Sorry if that is a bit more than you wanted to know, but there are lots of things that I didn't really consider. I was always thinking long term, never week one after surgery.

My 18 year old daughter and I just had our surgery two days ago. We came home yesterday are both really sore. Standing up and laying down are two major challenges. I am feeling so many different things (none of which is hunger) that I am not sure what is normal. I know that a lot of my aches have to do with the air in my body and I can't wait for it to pass. Still practicing deep breaths because my lungs feel achy. Its weird because I think this is all normal, but I wonder. I know everyone's experience is unique, but I didn't expect this amount of discomfort. While I can say I got up a few hours after surgery and am walking around I can not say that doing this is not work. Pain medication doesn't really seem to help. Don't get me wrong I feel better than the day of, but it seems like each pain that leaves is replaced by an ache I hadn't noticed before. How long will the discomfort last?:tongue_smilie:

Congratulations Whillow. That was definitely a moment to be proud of. Your hard work and dedication is paying off.

I was banded on the 10th and I have had the same experience. Lots of air in the neck and shoulders. Little by little it is subsiding. Rolling my shoulders and Walking around does help to move it along/

My 18 year old daughter and I just had our surgery two days ago. We came home yesterday are both really sore. Standing up and laying down are two major challenges. I am feeling so many different things (none of which is hunger) that I am not sure what is normal. I know that a lot of my aches have to do with the air in my body and I can't wait for it to pass. Still practicing deep breaths because my lungs feel achy. Its weird because I think this is all normal, but I wonder. I know everyone's experience is unique, but I didn't expect this amount of discomfort. While I can say I got up a few hours after surgery and am walking around I can not say that doing this is not work. Pain medication doesn't really seem to help. Don't get me wrong I feel better than the day of, but it seems like each pain that leaves is replaced by an ache I hadn't noticed before. How long will the discomfort last?:frown: