I thought this might help us to get to know each other better.

My surgery date is Sept. 10th. I'm on my 2nd day of pre-opt. Not to bad- Protein shake for Breakfast, lean protein and veggie for lunch and dinner.

I'm in a good frame of mind, I've moved past all the second quessing, etc. and I'm ready for a new way of life with eating.

Also, is there a daily thread that we can all check in with everyday?

If not, let's start one!

Sandra

Sorry Terrilyn Just re-read my previous post and thought it was a bit harsh. Didn't mean it to come across as such but its the kind of thinking (that junk is OK for kids) that got some of us FAT in the first place. I think its important as a parent and teacher of our kids to set good examples in everything!

It's ok. Believe it or not, they're seriously underweight. So the dr said to do it often. They don't go very often, because I don't like all the grease. And I get them the apples instead of fries, and chicken. So it's hard. I need to loose, they need to gain. And according to the pedi, any means is great right now. I actually got the smaller one to drink the protein drinks with me :cursing: And they are both water addicts now They prefer the good foods now much more than the junk.

teri

It's ok. Believe it or not, they're seriously underweight. So the dr said to do it often. They don't go very often, because I don't like all the grease. And I get them the apples instead of fries, and chicken. So it's hard. I need to loose, they need to gain. And according to the pedi, any means is great right now. I actually got the smaller one to drink the protein drinks with me And they are both water addicts now :cool2: They prefer the good foods now much more than the junk.

teri

lol! My girls are the same way. I can't find anything to fit them in the waiste. wish i had that problem !!! My 3 yr old weighs the same as my 2yr. old! she's a peanut! :cursing:

Yes Heidib you are right, I apologise, just because I was good to go straight after surgery doesn't mean others were. I take your point and apologise to Terrilyn as well.

no worries. :cursing:

hi all from Jordan ... Thought i ll update you ... yesterday i removed my wound dressing and so far it looks like it healed well ... i m still on my mushie stage but so far i lost 9 kilo (more than 18 pounds) and it happened in less than 3 weeks ... i m so excited now that i healed perfectly well ... i can not wait till i can chew again on saturday ... i guess now i can say that the journey has started ... and it feels good to be doing it ... when i feel down i just remember that it usually took me months to lose 9 kilos ( ok to be honest i never stuck to a diet long enough to lose them ) people are noticing the change and my family and friends are more excited than I m .... well i m sorry i could not read the posts since last time i was here ...

Well today is my three week birthday since surgery. Wounds are healed and I got to eat chicken today - tasted so good! My sister took a picture of me Sunday and then put it next to one taken last spring - a big difference already - that'll keep me going. I have been feeling hungry but the chicken has helped that tremendously. No problem with chewing and swallowing. Keep on folks this is an exciting adventure. I think I am approaching 30 pounds lost but I am waiting to weigh at the doctor's in a few weeks when I get my first fill. I have worn two things that were in the smaller pile - not worn in a while. Yay!

YAY!! Loulou & Dal!!!

I had surgery on Sept. 4th. I had to be on liquids for 10 days prior to surgery. My surgery center sent me 3 cases of Optifast, a high protein, low calorie drink that comes in vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry. I had to drink 6-8 per day. That is all I could have other than clear liquids, sf of course. And sf jello, popsicles, stuff like that. I lost 16 pounds prior to surgery and 32 so far total. I have my first fill on October 9th.

I lost 16 pounds prior to surgery and 32 so far total. I have my first fill on October 9th.

Great Ken, I was banded on the same day as you and have lost the same post op as you have. I might be getting a fill in November, it depends on what the doctor wants to do when I see him.

Deb

I had surgery on Sept. 4th. I had to be on liquids for 10 days prior to surgery. My surgery center sent me 3 cases of Optifast, a high protein, low calorie drink that comes in vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry. I had to drink 6-8 per day. That is all I could have other than clear liquids, sf of course. And sf jello, popsicles, stuff like that. I lost 16 pounds prior to surgery and 32 so far total. I have my first fill on October 9th.

WTG!!! Keep it up!!!! I'm going onto my 2nd week of shakes. Had surgery 9-25. I have lost 13 lbs including the wk pre op diet! So, it's been about 9 days from surgery. I am still hungry a lot. Can't wait for first fill or to move on to mushy. I could go for some resl food. I don't even want "bad" food. I'd take a salad! anything !!!

I really need to up my water! Have not done good w/ that at all :rolleyes:Made a check list for it.

My port hurts by the end of the day. I sit at a desk all day, except for walks and I think I constantly hit it on the desk. I have tried changing chair heights, no luck yet.

Last night I was sitting and bent down to pick something off of the floor. I almost died.

Other than this I am perfect! All my other incisions are healing. My hunger is under control, sometimes I do split my meals and I make sure I drink my protien drink. I take my walks. My weight is going down, I hate to admit but I am doing fantastic there. As I mentioned, I am off of my Diabetis Meds. My blood pressure is still wacko, but in time.

I know it has only been 12 days so I am patient, and I know it will get better. I just have to wear my baggiest pants and sit straight so I don't bug it. Debbie

hey everybody...been trying to stay caught up with you all...everyone is doing so well...i am so excited for yall.

i am doing better and appreciate all the kind words....means alot...

also means alot to stay a september samurai even though they changed my date...thanks for saying that...

for those that don't know my situation, i will be brief...i had 6 months to prepare mentally for the surgery and did the 10 day liquid diet only to be told the day before surgery that i was pregnant (after 1 previous miscarriage in '02, and fertility treatments) shocked is an understatement... so they had to cancel surgery, then i miscarried...so i am rescheduled for october 16th..

start my liquid diet over on the 6th...i am having a hard time preparing mentally this time...but hopin' that it will come together...

i am so glad you brought this up about port pain, because that is one of my worries...i keep reading about the really bad burning pain from the port...how long is it supposed to hurt? does it just hurt when you move a certain way or what?

will be talking to you soon...hang in there guys, yall are doing great !!!

for those that don't know my situation, i will be brief...i had 6 months to prepare mentally for the surgery and did the 10 day liquid diet only to be told the day before surgery that i was pregnant (after 1 previous miscarriage in '02, and fertility treatments) shocked is an understatement... so they had to cancel surgery, then i miscarried...so i am rescheduled for october 16th..

I am so sorry for what you have gone through. You stay strong.

hey everybody...been trying to stay caught up with you all...everyone is doing so well...i am so excited for yall.

i am doing better and appreciate all the kind words....means alot...

also means alot to stay a september samurai even though they changed my date...thanks for saying that...

for those that don't know my situation, i will be brief...i had 6 months to prepare mentally for the surgery and did the 10 day liquid diet only to be told the day before surgery that i was pregnant (after 1 previous miscarriage in '02, and fertility treatments) shocked is an understatement... so they had to cancel surgery, then i miscarried...so i am rescheduled for october 16th..

start my liquid diet over on the 6th...i am having a hard time preparing mentally this time...but hopin' that it will come together...

i am so glad you brought this up about port pain, because that is one of my worries...i keep reading about the really bad burning pain from the port...how long is it supposed to hurt? does it just hurt when you move a certain way or what?

will be talking to you soon...hang in there guys, yall are doing great !!!

October 16 will be here in no time. October is a great month, my birthday :crying:. And as much as I wine about the port, it gets better every day. It is tender more than hurts. Don't be afraid, it's really not that bad. My surgery was just under two weeks ago and you get better every day. Look we have put up with pain in our lives. Our backs, feet, knees, boobs, but it in perspective, Port Pain is for a limited time . And, they give good drugs! If you have pain, take something to control it.

The liquid diet, just look at the finish line. You will have your band in no time.

You can do it, just hang in there. Debbie :smile2:

Deb, dont' know about you but I have sort of "plateau'd" this past week. That is why I think I need a fill! I just hate the thought of having to go back on liquids for a few days after!