PrairieDawn

What has everyone been up to?

My first flight since banding was easy. I just stuck to the liquid before and after, and really didn't feel like eating much later at dinner. We have a few more trips coming up this month and I feel comfortable that things will work out.

My NSV-->I am able to fit into size 16 pants. My mom and co-workers have been telling me to stop wearing those baggy pants, but I held on. So today, I'm going to do the purging of the closet of those 20's & 22's. Lots of work to do cause I love to shop!!!!

I'm really happy that this group is around because when I start to feel like I'm not using my tool right, I can learn different ways to use it here.

Thanks!!!

I'm glad the flight went well!

Let me know if you need a home for those 20's and 22's! I could really use them!

I'm still new to this too but it sounds like you have restriction!

KS - congrats on the 5 lbs! That is great.

I think I'm going to call the Dr. and get my 2nd fill moved up. I don't seem to have any restriction - heck, I can still guzzle drinks! I'm still losing though, but, it is due to willpower. That has never lasted for long though...

PrairieD -- how long after surgery b/f you could hold your little one? I have a 2.5 year old. I don't really have to hold her much. She can walk, get in the car, out of the car, etc., but I was wondering.

I'm going to schedule my surgery with Dr. Hoehn soon. Can't wait!

Toto - That was the hardest part - my son wasn't walking yet so I had to rely on my husband or mom to pick him up for 3 weeks! I held him while sitting (on floor, chair, in bed,etc) since the day of surgery. I just always made sure to protect my port for any kicks. Dr. Kowalski (my surgeon who is Dr. Hoehn's partner) said that this issue is bending over and picking up things over 20 lbs. So I always squat to pick him up.

I remember thinking it would be impossible to go for 3 weeks and not pick him up. It really wasn't - we could still snuggle and he finally learned to walk!!

My fill went well! It did not hurt but it felt weird! I was glad to find out that my port is healing well - I was worried because I have a 14.5 month old son that I lug around. Dr. Kowalski put 4cc in my band. Is that a normal amount for a first fill?

So excited! Today is my first fill! Any tips?

Hi Toto! I had my lap-band done by Dr. Hoehn's partner, Dr. Kowalski. I was a nervous wreck the week before my surgery...but so far so good...I am 5 wks post op and 36 lbs down!

Sorry - I know this is off topic - does anyone know where I can buy miracle noodles in Johnson County?

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What kind of RTD protien do you like? I HATE Protein shake thus far and I am looking for other ones to try.

Hello! I live in Baldwin and work in Olathe. I was banded by Dr. Kowalski at SMMC on 7/28/10. I have lost 32 lbs so far and will be getting my first fill on 9/7/10. I am glad I found this thread!