I just found out my surgery will be in July (granted my pre-op testing goes okay) SOOOOOOOOO

Here's a thread for everyone getting banded in July 07!

Does anyone have any good ideas for a neat name we could call ourselves?

Hi Everybody,

This is my 2nd week post-op, and second day back to work.

I have 2 questions.

1. I have mild chest pain like where the band is. It's not constant, and it's only been 14 days.

Is this normal?

2. Can I add Fiber to my liquids? Like benefiber? I need it!!

Hi Everybody,

This is my 2nd week post-op, and second day back to work.

I have 2 questions.

1. I have mild chest pain like where the band is. It's not constant, and it's only been 14 days.

Is this normal?

2. Can I add fiber to my liquids? Like benefiber? I need it!!

Mango I just asked my doctor the question about benefiber yesterday. She told me that I could use it if I needed to. I would recommend asking your doctor what they suggest though because all doctors are so different. Not sure about the chest pain though. Hope that gets better and if not CALL YOUR DOCTOR.

Thanks Jackie, I've just noticed the chest pain since I went back to work. It kind of makes me nervous.

Kathy, How about taking those New Whey Protein "bullets." Take a couple of swigs maybe 30 minutes (?) before going into the meal. That way you won't have the growling stomach and want to eat everything you see! I might help you keep at a nice slow pace so if the foods aren't mushie, you can chew them into mushies!

I have ended up in situations already where doing that either has or would have helped me tons. Have fun! CC

Dini- I love Curves! I have been going for over a year and couldn't do without. It's 3x/week, for 1/2 hour. I most def. recommend it. I have no restriction so nothing got stuck. I did chew the olives very very well.

Chim- I am sorry about your tummy problems! I have not felt very full, so I can't relate. I can tell you that I went to the bathroom after my olives and that felt good. Sorry TMI.

Jackie- I have been eating rock salt ( plain) believe it or not, I crave salt so much. My BP tends to be on the low side so I can never have enough salt.

Mango- I have been adding Benefiber to my Crystal Light since pre-op and works wonders for me.

Kathy- your kids sound delightful, and you are so obviouly proud of them, and in love with them. They are lucky to have you as a mom!

Jackie

It does feel really good to finish exercising despite being winded. It feels like a real accomplishment.

For Everyone....

Tonight I went to dinner with a friend ( I had soup of course) who is a doctor and I told her about our little web group and some of the things we've been going thru. She said 2 of the reasons why our post-op diets include lots of Protein Shakes is for the healing benefit but also because they are low in sodium which decreases Water retention (I knind of forgot that). She said if we want to make our own Soups, use low sodium salt or buy low sodium canned soup. That way we can get a little of the salty taste, but not all the sodium that comes with it.

Only4me...

How are you feeling?

Hello from a weary me!!!

Today was very tough...Thank God I only have to work 5 hours tomorrow. I work in a very small Dental Office. I am the only one who is cross trained and can do Office Management as Well as assisting with patient care. So my shoes are not easy to fill with one person. When I took the week off for surgery, everything fell to one person so I really needed to be back today, but I am really shot. I had such a hard time getting my meals in, and taking my time drinking them. So I have that spasms again tonight in my chest.

Mango- I have been having the chest pains also- when I called my Dr. they said that it sounded like I am drinking way to fast and that I am having spasms in my esophogus. Which after today, I do believe that to be accurate for me. You should call your Dr. office and ask about your situation.

Jackie- as you read above, there is no-one else to work. I am lucky that it happens to fall on my weekend off, so after Thursay I dont have to be back to work until Tuesday.

Goodnight all--Sorry I couldnt get back to everyone...But Ssankoffa, Lynette, Chim,Cazulay, NewCC, Kathy, Indigo.....My best wishes ......

Have a great day tomorrow!!!!

Hi, All,

I had my post op follow up appointment today. I saw the surgeon's P.A. and then the dietician. They were pleased with my progress. I'm down 14 1/2 lb since my pre op visit a week before surgery. Dietician spent a lot of time with me on Vitamins. I'm not getting enough of some critical ones. Not getting enough Calcium/Vit D, for instance.

The band I have is a VG 11. Does that mean its 11 cm long or that it holds 11 cc?? My first fill is due at the six week point hich is Aug 31 but they had no appts available that day so I have to wait for a phone call. Like that's going to happen!! It just means I'll have to keep calling and bugging them!!

Hunger pains seem to be increasing, sometimes only 60-90 minutes after I eat.

Had a very busy day but really enjoyed cayching up on all the posts tonight.

Oh, and guess what??? I was given wrong info by the first dietician!! I never really had to give up my caffeine!!! My doctor says its okay in moderation!! So my morning cup of "Joe" is back!!! Yippee!! I HATE DECAF!!

:clap2::clap2::clap2::whoo::whoo::whoo::whoo:

Dini, sweetie. My little girl's name is Sarah. She is 3 years, 4 mths old, but was very premature, so would have just turned 3 a few weeks ago if she went full term.

We got her just before her 2nd birthday. At that time she only had 2 words "hi" and "thank you". Now she talks up a storm. She's still a little delayed, but I don't think it will be long before she's all caught up. It is so cute listening to her babble and learn more words and speak in sentances.

Also, when we got her she had just learned how to walk. She has a mild form of cerebral palsy where her muscle tone is very loose (hypotonia). This causes her to be really floppy and uncoordinated. We just got her out walking everywhere, which helped her gain some strength and endurance. Now she's running everywhere. She still falls down a lot, and won't be a ballarina, but she's strong and determined.

She is really an amazing little girl, full of energy, curiosity and determination.

Sarah, thats Such a pretty name! Kathy I couldn't think of 2 nicer words for her to say at the start. Sarah sounds like a right little fighter and very strong willed little girl. do you bring her to physo to help her muscles my friend has a baby with Cerebral Palsy but she has by the sounds of it a lot worst than Sarah and it ha help her little one heaps and bounds !!

Dini girl I haven't forgot you babes. How are you doing today. Are things any better for you and Adam? I see you left to go to bed. Just wanted to give you a shout.

I'm on the fence with Adam, i need time to think about whats best for ME. sounds like your doing great at moment. i can walk i'm so tired from the gym. !!! she said i'm doing great i feel like i'm getting worst

Hi, All,

I had my post op follow up appointment today. I saw the surgeon's P.A. and then the dietician. They were pleased with my progress. I'm down 14 1/2 lb since my pre op visit a week before surgery. Dietician spent a lot of time with me on Vitamins. I'm not getting enough of some critical ones. Not getting enough Calcium/Vit D, for instance.

Aunty Phyl 14.5 lbs thats fab. congratulations! about the coffee althought i dont drink a lot i'd really miss my odd shots of espresso!!

Hey everyone!

I miss ya'll. We've gotta keep out thread going. Can some of you at work check in around lunchtime or sthing???

Well, here's a question for everyone...

Now that the surgery is all said and done, have you been telling more people or just keeping it quiet?

I know for me, I've been telling more people. And the funny thing is, I've had a few people call me...b/c they want to get the surgery, too! How awesome is that?!?!?!

Auntie Phil, I'm so glad for you - getting your cup of coffie back! Your little graphics are darling!

Chim, I'm still keeping it a pretty big secret. But I admire any of you who can tell others. I think it's a sign of really healthy self esteem.

Hello everyone. I am off for a quick trip to see the parents with one kid. The others are at camp. Have a great week! CC

Aunti Phyl, woohoo on the 14lbs! Those are 14lbs to never be seen again! As for your band, the 11 is for the # of ccs the band can hold. I'm not sure what kind I have, yet. I'll ask on my next follow-up.

Glad you're getting your coffee back in! I'm not a coffee drinker, but I understand that many folks love, love, love their coffee.

And you're right. Stay on that doc's office!

Hi, All,

I had my post op follow up appointment today. I saw the surgeon's P.A. and then the dietician. They were pleased with my progress. I'm down 14 1/2 lb since my pre op visit a week before surgery. Dietician spent a lot of time with me on vitamins. I'm not getting enough of some critical ones. Not getting enough Calcium/Vit D, for instance.

The band I have is a VG 11. Does that mean its 11 cm long or that it holds 11 cc?? My first fill is due at the six week point hich is Aug 31 but they had no appts available that day so I have to wait for a phone call. Like that's going to happen!! It just means I'll have to keep calling and bugging them!!

Hunger pains seem to be increasing, sometimes only 60-90 minutes after I eat.

Had a very busy day but really enjoyed cayching up on all the posts tonight.

Oh, and guess what??? I was given wrong info by the first dietician!! I never really had to give up my caffeine!!! My doctor says its okay in moderation!! So my morning cup of "Joe" is back!!! Yippee!! I HATE DECAF!!

:tea: :clap2::clap2::clap2::whoo::whoo::whoo::whoo:

Auntie Phil, I'm so glad for you - getting your cup of coffie back! Your little graphics are darling!

Chim, I'm still keeping it a pretty big secret. But I admire any of you who can tell others. I think it's a sign of really healthy self esteem.

Hello everyone. I am off for a quick trip to see the parents with one kid. The others are at camp. Have a great week! CC

CC, that's okay to keep a secret. It is certainly all up to you. I thought I was going to, but I've been so excited that I'm telling everyone (except a few exes...hahaha...wait until they see me! LOL!).

Have fun at your parents. We'll talk to ya soon!

Kathy, How about taking those New Whey protein "bullets." Take a couple of swigs maybe 30 minutes (?) before going into the meal. That way you won't have the growling stomach and want to eat everything you see! I might help you keep at a nice slow pace so if the foods aren't mushie, you can chew them into mushies!

I have ended up in situations already where doing that either has or would have helped me tons. Have fun! CC

Do you mean thos fallic looking bullets! LOL. That would be a hoot to take with me.

Kathy- your kids sound delightful, and you are so obviouly proud of them, and in love with them. They are lucky to have you as a mom!

Thanks Cazulay! I am very proud of them.