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I prefer to do it in a sink if possible (to exactly avoid that toilet backsplash!) however when in public, not always convenient!! Haven't had a toilet facial yet (luckily; cuz I do PB frequently in public toilets unfortunately )

Here is an example. I went out last night to Pickle Barrel in Toronto. I had a glass of wine as I usually do when out (often it loosens me a little, and plus I love wine!). I ordered some edamame to start and share (good Protein source!) and then an entree from their healthy menu, which was 2 small sundried tomato burgers (no bun) and "smashed" potatos (basically a couple of small red skin potatos smashed on the plate). It also came with asparagus. About 4 edamame Beans in, I was stuck. For the rest of the night. It sucked. I have leftovers for days though! (BTW I know I am too tight and am going for a defill on Thursday).

They are Papaya enzyme tablets; get them where you buy vitamins!

Smiley - I agree if I put a liquid on top of being stuck, that's worse. Sometimes, you need to just get it up. I think almost everyone has had to do that at least once. I feel I'm a real pro at it (something to be proud of ). I just bend over at the waist and cough; up it comes (I'm currently too tight AGAIN and getting a defill this week ). I can't really eat Subway bread. Lettuce seems to be a veggie I can do sometimes. Today I had some salmon salad and it was okay....but definitely no bread!

Certain foods, yes (like as mentioned, doughy breads, veggies with skins). I also find a big culprit is too big of a bite, and not chewing well enough, and then eating bites too quickly. That is one of the hardest things for me - small bites, chew realllly well, and then wait a bit in between bites to let the first one go down.

If it doesn't stop, go to your doctor (regular, not band doctor). Doesn't seem like it would be weight loss related....take care of yourself.

Often I get the mucous, it's called "sliming". I find I get it a lot if I am feeling stuck on something...I think it's just a build up of saliva. Often you feel better after chucking that back up! With me, sometimes it seems weeks after my fill I am too tight. It happens. If you can only subsist on sliders (girl scout cookies), you really don't want to stay that tight. You might need a small defill.

Well, you haven't eaten anything since the surgery, right? So, what can you "move"? Try to relax. Once you get onto more solid foods, things will start moving!

I drink these too! I never thought about warming it up, will have to try that! Thanks!

Honestly, I haven't found a good way yet. I never know, depending on the day, how tight I'm going to be. Although most of the people I eat out with know I've been banded, I still feel bad taking so long to eat. They always tell me not to worry and take my time, but I still feel that pressure. For right now, I prefer to eat alone. But at restaurants, there are some things I know I can't eat, like deep fried, Asian dishes with bean sprouts (they just don't work for me)....I usually prefer to order a soup (I know, not the best for a bandster but I'd rather have that and get hungry again soon and not PB in a restaurant bathroom) and an appetizer. Sometimes I'll have a couple of spoonfuls off a friend's plate with a soup. And really, I find a glass or two of wine really helps at a restaurant. Seems to make things a bit looser. And then I still make my good choices.

For sure it's possible! However, results may be different in that you may have more loose skin. Of course, I believe that depends on your age too, and how long you've been overweight as your skin loses elasticity over time. I haven't been exercising but I know in combination with eating right it would make losses faster. I just feel like I have no time in my life to spend it doing something I don't really enjoy! I'd rather just take the dog for a walk (but she's a dawdler so I can't really count it as exercise, lol).

I can't do dairy in the mornings anymore. Try a hot liquid first thing, it can help open you up a bit.

Just ENJOY!! You have worked so hard to get to this point! As said, if you're still on your journey, buy some nice basics and maybe a couple of trendy pieces to get you through. I find you can get great prices at Old Navy and Gap stores in the U.S. for basics (outlets are even better!).

Peanut Butter Cherrios?!?! Must only be in the U.S. so far....damn those would be good!

Ug, this is the worst! I find since being banded "real" vomiting is hard to do. Mainly because it has such a small opening to come back up through! The couple of times I've been sick to my stomach, it was NOT fun. Remember, you have a band around your stomach now and it's probably irritated just as if you had a bad bout of PBing. Stick to liquids for a couple of days and you'll be better soon!

This may sound bad, but I drink often. And I don't find I get drunk THAT much quicker. Sometimes alcohol helps loosen my band if it's a bit tight and I'm having a stuck day. I usually drink once a week (a few), maybe another night a couple glasses of wine. As above, many people get drunk quicker because they aren't eating as much, so just be careful.

I had one repaired. I don't know if it made it worse....I didn't find my recovery too bad. Don't think the hernia repair made it any worse. Sorry you're in pain!

Superluli - you want to make sure you get your protein though....it's very important for us!

Look at your other protein sources - dairy, eggs, red meat, pork, fish, shellfish, legumes! You don't have to live on chicken!

Yes, you will be forced to stop. And if you don't, it will come back up. I'm sure you have seen how small your new pouch is.... I believe continual overeating could stretch it out as well, hence negating any positive effects of the band. Go and see what they say for you....you wouldn't want to waste your time and money if it's just going to be ruined.

I was a binge eater. I could eat a whole large pizza and some wings in one sitting. I think I'm still a binge eater, however I eat so much less. I still have issues between my head hunger and actual hunger. The thing is, you won't physically be ABLE to eat large amounts of food. That's part of the band. Also, certain foods may be more difficult as well (I was told I could eat anything I want, just smaller quantities; however I've found certain foods like doughy breads give me big problems).

What a cutie! I might just have to create a page for my dog...she might be able to give yours a run for her money...

My goal weight is 174. I'm 5'10" and that will put me into the normal BMI range. I haven't been there since I was about 19....it will be extremely thrilling to get there! However, I would probably be quite happy under 200 lbs, 185-190. But 174 is where I really want to get to!

Exactly, sounds like you are eating the right amounts (or maybe a bit less). The fill may just help you stay feeling full longer.

Mine is on the left, just under my ribs. Depending how I sit or lay down, I can irritate it sometimes. Just have to adjust my position to help. I can feel it easily, hoping it won't be too noticeable when I'm thinner.