Hello! Im new to this site and hoping to meet fellow bandsters to chat with. I am 27 years old and had my surgery on July 13th. Im on the soft food phase right now and so bored with the foods!!!

Im trying to put some variation on things but I just hit a block in my mind. Can't wait until next week when I start my regular diet. I havent had any complications trying anything new (knock on wood). Any suggestions out there for finishing out this phase and starting my regular diet. Also, was wondering what people are doing as far as excercise??

So far I have lost 20lbs post op and couldn't be happier :thumbdown: I lost 56lbs prior to surgery and this is just further puttin me on my way!!

Hope everyone has a great Sunday!!!! :scared2:

Hi Mariposa..I'm Danielle...Sounds like you are doing great so far! When I was on mushies I ate a lot of oatmeal, tuna, and different kinds of flakey white fish...also had some pudding and rice pudding for snacks..Panera soups were also a lifesaver! Good luck you will be on whole foods before you know it!

I fell in love with mashed potatoes, green chili, and cheddar cheese when I was on my mushy stage. I don't think I would have survived without it

I'm using my Wii Fit for exercise while it's still a workout for me! I love the boxing!! After I lose some weight and get in a bit of shape, I hope that I'm going to have to find something new.

Make some healthy chilli (then blend it) spice it however you like - I ate almost everything I wanted to....just put it in the blender. Loved Chicken pot pie (homemade) with no crust.....sheppards pie....they are great once they are mush. Still have the taste....just different texture.

Good luck!!1

Hola mariposa! I also was banded on July 13, and am in the same boat as you. I will be able to eat regular diet when I get my first fill on August 10.

As far as exercise, I've been doing 3 things...I walk outside in my neighborhood, I also use a DVD called Walking Away the Pounds, and I use Wii Fit / EA Active game.

good luck to you!