Hi, I live in Orem and was banded almost 3 weeks ago. I am loosing weight now because I can't think on anything to eat so I eat very little. Not good to get into such a habit because you get discouraged too quick. Just wondered if anyone has any good ideas for the mushie stage, still have a week left. Sometimes when others tell about things to buy and try they name places only back east, if you know what I mean. I would love the hear from anyone here in utah. :confused:

Welcome Dawnae!

This is quite a journey you will be going on! Let us know if you have questions.

We are by no means experts, but we may have had the same questions too.

I think the best thing is knowing there are others in the same situation here to support you.

Auntie Aud, I live in Spangdahlem! Well a village outside of it, between bitburg and spang on the B50. We have been here about 3 month and just love it! How did you like it?

I grew up in Orem... my family is still there... I consider it home... just misplaced in Texas for the time being

oh and LDS as well.

Good luck with your surgery Sweethot! Let us know how it goes.

I'm not in Utah either, but did attend BYU years ago. Still have an "Old" roommate living in Draper. I do miss the mountains in the fall. They were so beautiful.

I had my surgery in June and have lost about 35 lbs so far. NO problems to report.

Terry

Auntie Aud, I live in Spangdahlem! Well a village outside of it, between bitburg and spang on the B50. We have been here about 3 month and just love it! How did you like it?

I absolutely loved living there! We lived off base too, in a town called Minderlittgen. I remember us being so happy when we lived there. That's why I love Utah so much, it reminds me of Germany.

I'm not in Utah either, but did attend BYU years ago. Still have an "Old" roommate living in Draper. I do miss the mountains in the fall. They were so beautiful.

I had my surgery in June and have lost about 35 lbs so far. NO problems to report.

Terry

Hi Terry!

I'm in Riverton - just west of Draper. I have great friends who live in Draper off of 123rd South.

You are so right, the mountains are beautiful in the fall. I also love them right now, when they are covered with snow.

Congratulations on your surgery and how well it's going!

I live in Orem. My kids went to Orem, HS> Tell us about yourself Ruthie. Hope everyone is doing well. Would anyone be interested in posting what they eat. sometimes I feel like I am doing the same thing all the time

breakfast- instant Breakfast

lunch - mashed potatoes gravy turkey

dinner- raw veggies and beef stew..

not enough Water....

Can I join the U-crew? Its nice to gather with some people that know of the unique Utah culture. I haven't met Dr. Hansen other than the originally informational meeting, but not personally. I have sooo many questions for him during my consultation. I'm really hoping they are easy to work with...I have heard good things about them.

MYPOV-:welcome: Dr. Hansen is great. You will see him just before surgery and remember to write everything down. I always say I need to write down my questions and then I forget and leave without asking everything.. Where do you live in Utah. I am from Orem. If you want unoffical answers let us know.

mypov: Dr. Hansen is great and he is very good about answering questions. I would definitely write everything down because there were lots of questions I forgot to ask and then remembered after my appt.

Here are some of the things I've been eating. I like to vary things...I hate eating the same thing everyday. I'm still blending a lot of stuff up. I'm having trouble getting enough Fiber in...any suggestions?

Breakfast: Cream of Wheat, oatmeal, yogurt, fruit smoothie or cottage cheese

Lunch: Soup, chili, canned tuna or chicken

Dinner: refried Beans with melted cheese, soup, black beans

Snack: pudding with unflavored Protein powder mixed in, 1/4-1/2 soft Protein Bar (Peanut Butter Balance Bar is my favorite), Protein shake, applesauce, cheese stick

YEah actually I've been keeping a notepad file on my computer and as I read lapbandtalk if I think of questions I type them up. Watch me forget to print it and bring it on my consultation day I live in the Logan area. I think my main questions are:

1- Should I plan on going all the way home the day of the surgery or should i stay in a hotel nearby in case of complications?

2-What should I do if I have concerns over the holiday, will I be able to get in touch with anybody?

and my main concern:

Will I lose weight wiht my PCOS??? I don't know how many women he's banded that have it, but I hope it doesn't hinder my progress.

Oh and actually I am curious of what his stats are now (went to the info meeting over a year ago) like how many he's banded, how many slips, removals, erosions etc

And if there are different size bands or just one that he uses

lol okay ill stop.

Good to hear from you all!!!

hey guys hope all are doing well.....I have a question about everyones individual recovery experiences. How long did each person need to take pain medication....and about how long was it until you felt okay to get things done....like around the house take care of kids etc. Thanks for the info.....hope everybody has a wonderful Thanksgiving!!!!

Everyone seems to be different in their recoveries. I had pretty bad pain and nausea for 3 days after surgery. I took liquid Lortab every 4 hours for those three days. But after that, I started to feel a little bit better every day. I had pretty low energy for 2 weeks or so I didn't do a lot of cleaning other than dishes and light stuff for awhile.

But I've heard some people only take liquid Tylenol (Audrey!) and go back to work after 3 days. It really just depends...

Happy Thanksgiving!!