I just wanted to start a March group. My surgery date is March 2nd.

Hello everybody!

I just found this website yesterday.

I had my lap band on March 15th. Then went back in for laproscropic exploration of the band on March 20th.

I did not receive any specific diet instructions from my doctor. I have been eating small amounts of solid foods since 8 days post-op. I am going to go back to liquids. It will be difficult, but I think that it will be better in the long run.

I have already had the needle stuck in my belly. The doctor had to remove what little fluid was put in during the initial surgery. I was very nervous about it, but it was not near as bad as I had expected.

I go back to the doctor on Monday because of a dilated esophagus.

My first anticipated fill is schedule for April 20th.

was the dilated esophagus due to the presence of the lapband?

Well the applesauce felt like it wanted to he stuck. So I'm sticking to yogurt. My mom has a juicer so we have been experimenting with different combinations and adding protein powder to it. The juices have been giving me amazing energy, but some times not filling so I find my self hungrier afterwards. So I guess I got to take this really slow.

so the apple sauce was a bit much?? have you tried soups with mild salsa, a little blended potato?? things like that? i just had for lunch ...pumpkin soup with a little chicken stock, mild salsa, with garlic salt on top. it was not too thick to go up through a straw, which is what im watching out for. this was very filling and i was able to put my spoon down on the table between mouthfuls. im having 200 mils at the moment.

yvonne74 i havent had them, cant get them here in my state in australia, but others here have had them. they look like small bottles of liquid, flavoured. not sure how much protein in each bottle... anyone else here help out please?? thanks.

Hey Judych and Yvonne74!

The protein shots are from NewWhey, they contain 42g of protein each and are about 4oz. They kind of taste like funny cool-aid or a not too sweet jolly rancher.

I have had them, but i have to dilute half in about 4-6oz of water and add ice. They sell them at costco for $19.97 for a box of 15 assorted flavors. They are quite good for those bad days when you can't handle a regular protein drink!

Hey Judych and Yvonne74!

The protein shots are from NewWhey, they contain 42g of protein each and are about 4oz. They kind of taste like funny cool-aid or a not too sweet jolly rancher.

I have had them, but i have to dilute half in about 4-6oz of water and add ice. They sell them at costco for $19.97 for a box of 15 assorted flavors. They are quite good for those bad days when you can't handle a regular protein drink!

would they help out in a situation like being hungry in front of a classroom?/ perhaps put in a drink bottle?? would it help stop those growling stomach noises do you think? i know that others have mentioned here that they are good when hungry so i was wondering.

would they help out in a situation like being hungry in front of a classroom?/ perhaps put in a drink bottle?? would it help stop those growling stomach noises do you think? i know that others have mentioned here that they are good when hungry so i was wondering.

I recommend them for times when you're in a pinch. My tummy started growling so loud for parent conferences that you would've thought there was a lion in the room!. Drank half of it really quick and it quieted almost immediately. My daughter's teacher looked like his eyes were going to jump out! it was hilarious! I almost fell out of the chair laughing so hard!. It takes care of the hunger quickly and lasts for about 2 hours!

I recommend them for times when you're in a pinch. My tummy started growling so loud for parent conferences that you would've thought there was a lion in the room!. Drank half of it really quick and it quieted almost immediately. My daughter's teacher looked like his eyes were going to jump out! it was hilarious! I almost fell out of the chair laughing so hard!. It takes care of the hunger quickly and lasts for about 2 hours!

so it is a solution !! thanks.....

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I have also struggled with applesauce.

I recommend them for times when you're in a pinch. My tummy started growling so loud for parent conferences that you would've thought there was a lion in the room!. Drank half of it really quick and it quieted almost immediately. My daughter's teacher looked like his eyes were going to jump out! it was hilarious! I almost fell out of the chair laughing so hard!. It takes care of the hunger quickly and lasts for about 2 hours!

hahahaha... this is so funny. i can just see it happening. i guess we all will need a real sense of humour through this for ourselves as well, wont we. hahaha...

ive been thinking. im off to the city tomorrow. we will be away for midday meal. its not easy to find soup where we shop. im wondering. perhaps if i go into the supermarket early in the morning before we leave, buy a packet of cup of soup, and just take that?? then i can ask for a cup of hot water. surely that will help get me through the day?? i dont have any thermos at the moment but im goign to get one as winter is on its way. what do you think?/ any other ideas for being away all day??

hahahaha... this is so funny. i can just see it happening. i guess we all will need a real sense of humour through this for ourselves as well, wont we. hahaha...

ive been thinking. im off to the city tomorrow. we will be away for midday meal. its not easy to find soup where we shop. im wondering. perhaps if i go into the supermarket early in the morning before we leave, buy a packet of cup of soup, and just take that?? then i can ask for a cup of hot water. surely that will help get me through the day?? i dont have any thermos at the moment but im goign to get one as winter is on its way. what do you think?/ any other ideas for being away all day??

I keep forgeting you're an Aussie! I know when I visit, I take my travel jello, applesauce and a baggie with my unflavored protein powder. My mom means well, but I'm not at the baked fish stage yet, or the baked potato, or the salad..... Not yet anyways! I actually got the ok to have purees and mushies today, but my trip to the store made for for liquid purchases. I'm just not that hungry.

My first follow-up appointment is on Monday, so we'll se what my doc says about it.

Haha how about white ones?

Ok white with neon print then!

Ok white with neon print then!

Black with neon writing!

Black with neon writing!

Ohhhh black with neon green!!!!

Has anyone else experienced an increase in burping post op? I feel like the gas is gone, but am still burping a lot more than I did pre-op.

Hey Judych and Yvonne74! The protein shots are from NewWhey, they contain 42g of protein each and are about 4oz. They kind of taste like funny cool-aid or a not too sweet jolly rancher. I have had them, but i have to dilute half in about 4-6oz of water and add ice. They sell them at costco for $19.97 for a box of 15 assorted flavors. They are quite good for those bad days when you can't handle a regular protein drink!

Thanks for the tip! Will be looking into those as well!!

Has anyone else experienced an increase in burping post op? I feel like the gas is gone, but am still burping a lot more than I did pre-op.

I do. My baby thinks it's funny!