MrsRea122008

I haven't had a fill yet, but I usually drink a Atkins Protien shake and then about 10 - 15 mins later I have a banana, and then some coffee!! =) Then about noon an early lunch... (dinner from the night before).. Usually chicken & broccoli with cheese

Congradulations!! Keep it up!! I lost alot during liquids too, but not near as much as you have! Keep it up!!

Thats the same possition I'm in. I had my surgery on September 17th 2010 & I lost 13 lbs the first week after surgery since I started the week before surgery.... But I weighed last night and I've since gained 3 lbs back... I'm not restricted what so ever... I sure hope the first fill makes a difference... I've been on solids since about 2 weeks after surgery..

What does PB mean?

Congradulations Lisa!

Walking seems to do the trick for me... I started to feel nasseated so I would walk until I burped, then I would feel Great! Hope you feel better. Maybe he can prescribe some phenergan for nassea. I was misserable for the first week and couldn't understand why I would put myself through this, but each day gets somuch better. Hang in there.

Hey Everyone! I'm back!! I did get banded on September 17, 2010. It was definately an experience. At first I wasn't too excited, I asked myself why I would put myself through this willingly, but every day it gets easier! I'm thrilled and I can't wait to start loosing more weight with everyone. Down 13 lbs so far! =)

Alright I was banded first thing this morning. Everything is going well execpt for Two Things.

I heard people talk about this gas pain and thought that it really couldnt be that bad. Yes it is and it hurts more than anything else.

Also I am unabe to keep anything down. I have only tried Water but everytime I drink some I get a knot right up under my sternum. It reall is hurting. anyone experience this.

Congradulations! I was banded Friday the 17th... Still kinda unsure about everything, but I can tell you this.. The gas pains get easier on day 2-3 of recovery!! I have no gas pains now, but my incisions are sore... If you can walk around and try to shake the burps out it helps the pain near your sternum But the gas pains aren't the same gas they are from where they blow up your stomach during surgery, so if you walk around you'll feel it roll up to your shoulders ect..

Hope you get to feeling better. =) Its good to walk & be active, but you must rest too!

Gargle with salt Water or peroxide water mix, if that doesn't help, you probably have a cold, or allergic to something..Always best to ask your doctor. Better safe then sorry!

If your grilling it, what about wrapping it in foil after a few mins of sering the meat... With some extra virgin olive oil, or i can't believe its not butter, even maybe 1/2 cup water...??

Congradulations! Hope all is well. Keep us updated!! I have Surgery Sept 17 if all goes well.. Really don't know what to expect!!

omg.. I can't believe it takes that long to heal. My doctor told me I should be back to work in 2-3 days as long as I have a desk job. My surgery is scheduled for a Friday, and Monday morning I go back to work! Hope I can handle it!!... Also is there a weight limit for picking stuff up? I'm a little concerned on picking up my son for school and putting him in his car seat.. He's two, but weighs atleast 35lbs...He's my quarterback!

Oh yea, I'm completely lost on this site as well, so ofcourse feel free to contact me, because I have no clue how to get back here! ha..

My name is Billie. I'm from Houston, TX. I'm having my surgery on September 17th. Already I am eating like a pig, trying to get all of my favorite meals out of the way before hand!! My husbands on the loosing side, because he will no longer have home cooked meals everyday! Cereal here he comes! But then again he doesn't have weight issues (lucky)! But overall, your posts are pretty entertaining and make me feel like I'm not alone... Its gonna be one tuff journey, but we'll make it kicking & screaming! =)

There is always financing. I took out a bank loan... Well my Mother did. But for the loan its only 200 a month for 5 years.. Which isn't horrible! Good Luck

Thank you! Me too, but I hope it will be well worth it. I've heard some horror stories, and some wonderful stories... keep in touch! ♥

Hello everyone, My name is Billie. I'm 29 years old. I have been overweight my whole life. After pregnancy two years ago, I've had HBP & Adema ever since.

Hoping to be able to chase my little man around the yard & not have to take a break, because Mommy's out of shape!!

Recently I went to Dr. Speigals office for a consult. My surgery is scheduled for September 17, 2010. My insurance will NOT cover my surgery so I am financing a personal loan through my bank.

Can't wait to be a thinner me!!

Good Luck! I am a newb too. My insurance doesn't offer ANY coverage. I'm paying out of pocket. Where there is a will, there is a way!! Hope to hear more about your journey!