I know it's early, but wondering if there's any one else getting ready to get banded in September? I have one more Ins required weigh in Aug 19 then my paperwork gets submitted for approval!

I was already told I'm on the schedule for September 27! Fingers crossed!

I feel like I have a trapped hiccup ready to come out, but it never does.

PS I am at work, but exhausted. The drive in was really bumpy. Drive with a pillow for sure. ...My students really missed me. Yay!

I feel like I have a trapped hiccup ready to come out' date=' but it never does.

PS I am at work, but exhausted. The drive in was really bumpy. Drive with a pillow for sure. ...My students really missed me. Yay![/quote']

BOO...... Did that scare your hiccup away?

2 weeks post op and good check up at doctors today! Amazed how great I feel!

Stitches out and healed nicely.

Began mushies...not sure what I was more amazed at--that 4 Tbsp tuna w/mayo and 4 crackers tasted SOOOOOOOO DELICIOUS or that small quantity satisfied me perfectly!

BOO...... Did that scare your hiccup away?

Thanks! LOL

It is very weird trying to figure out how this all works now. We need to re-learn everything! I think the hiccup-y feeling is when I over eat or drink too much. I think when it starts to hurt really bad, a deep empty in my throat, then I'm running on empty. Not sure, but that's my guess so far.

So, I went to work today (surgery was Monday). I woke up ready to go, and all was fine til about half way through the day. I got hot flashes, pain, and felt like I was going to barf. I took 2 tylenol and my protein shake, and felt a little better, but by the end of the school day I was in agony. I drove home, which was hard. Thankfully my kind neighbor got my daughter off the bus so I could take my percocet and sleep. My husband was not happy that I had gone to work at all. I am sooo glad that I have Sat and Sunday to rest.

I met with my doctor on friday, I lost 10 lbs post op. confessed that Ive tried mashed potatoes and sugar free pudding and even some grilled salmon with the mashed potatoes but only about 2 oz. I had no effects. It seems I can eat with little issue as long as I keep within the 6 oz portion. I even tried a piece of whole wheat toast today with jam. had no problem. The doctor says as long as i have no issue then i can move towards solid food but to stay away from dry meats like chicken, pork and beef for another week. I seem to be recovering faster than most. I can drink 10-16 oz with no problems so getting my protein is not a problem. If i can do solid food for a full week then I can get my 1st fill early instead of waiting 4 more weeks. He says just call if i think i'm ready and i can be brought in early in a couple of weeks. I think that is good news. I feel cheated that I'm not getting any restriction or side effects from anything I try...

Who are you having surgery through? I am using True Results in Scottsdale.

Me too! My surgery is October 10

I met with my doctor on friday' date=' I lost 10 lbs post op. confessed that Ive tried mashed potatoes and sugar free pudding and even some grilled salmon with the mashed potatoes but only about 2 oz. I had no effects. It seems I can eat with little issue as long as I keep within the 6 oz portion. I even tried a piece of whole wheat toast today with jam. had no problem. The doctor says as long as i have no issue then i can move towards solid food but to stay away from dry meats like chicken, pork and beef for another week. I seem to be recovering faster than most. I can drink 10-16 oz with no problems so getting my protein is not a problem. If i can do solid food for a full week then I can get my 1st fill early instead of waiting 4 more weeks. He says just call if i think i'm ready and i can be brought in early in a couple of weeks. I think that is good news. I feel cheated that I'm not getting any restriction or side effects from anything I try...[/quote']

I am recovering quick too with no ill effects of anything I have attempted to eat. Mushies for 5 more days and then onto solids and my first fill on the 23rd

NewDebbie, your experience sounds almost exactly like mine! I asked my dr about getting a fill earlier but he wouldn't do it. So I'm a tad jealous lol. Good luck and congrats!

I am recovering quick too with no ill effects of anything I have attempted to eat. Mushies for 5 more days and then onto solids and my first fill on the 23rd

I wish I could get my fill that fast! I think I will shoot for Nov 1st. Way to go! Keep up the good work!

Holy hunger batman! Starving today!

Holy hunger batman! Starving today!

try putting more protein powder in your soup, shake... I have moved on to some regular foods. Scrambled eggs are awesome!

I met with my doctor on friday' date=' I lost 10 lbs post op. confessed that Ive tried mashed potatoes and sugar free pudding and even some grilled salmon with the mashed potatoes but only about 2 oz. I had no effects. It seems I can eat with little issue as long as I keep within the 6 oz portion. I even tried a piece of whole wheat toast today with jam. had no problem. The doctor says as long as i have no issue then i can move towards solid food but to stay away from dry meats like chicken, pork and beef for another week. I seem to be recovering faster than most. I can drink 10-16 oz with no problems so getting my protein is not a problem. If i can do solid food for a full week then I can get my 1st fill early instead of waiting 4 more weeks. He says just call if i think i'm ready and i can be brought in early in a couple of weeks. I think that is good news. I feel cheated that I'm not getting any restriction or side effects from anything I try...[/quote']

I'm so happy for you. I am able to have eggs and baby food starting today. I had 1/4 cup eggs and 1/4 cup oatmeal. I wanted to try a bite of toast too, but my mother wouldn't let me try any. I'll have to wait until she is gone and try some. Congrats on your possible early fill. My fingers are crossed for you.

Seems like all the September people have moved off liquids except for me. I'm jealous.....

do you have any fill in your band?

I'm hungry right now and I'm sitting in the Drs office (not for lap band) thinking about what I could grab to eat on the way home. I've had a Special K protein shake and Gatorade today :/