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Very Normal, not to worry-and it may take 3 more weeks or so to see it shift, then BOOM! Once you are on solids and higher calories, and the swelling can go down, that is! We were all there!!!!!Patience! Janet

Weigh to go *snicker* Thanks for continuing to give others some of your positive attitude and STRENGTH! Janet

I think Unjury has the best flavor, 80-100 calories depending on the flavor and 20gr protein, really good! janet (unjury.com)

Vix- Poor thing, I am sorry you have this dilemma-if your husband is dead set on having it done in the USA, tell him you will-then tell him the price difference, and ask him to pay the difference if it means so much to him. I myself was banded in Cal. and love my Dr-more expensive than Mexico, but it includes all my fills, and he is right around the corner- Best of luck, and keep us informed! Jaent

Woo-Hoo! Yabba dabba do!!!!! Congrats! Jaent

How frustrating! Why not order your airline tickets and pay the $15 travel insurance fee so if you have to cancel, you can get reimbursed....probably cheaper than the fares short notice. good luck, it will all turn out OK! Janet

That is wonderful news! Congratulations!!! Janet

Poor thing, how we beat ourselves up, myself included! Look at your success overall instead of day to day (Janet, listen to your own advice!!!!) Your first fill will help, but we still need the desire, and if you've gone this far you DO have it! We are human, and emotions can get to us, time of month, too much salt...look at where you were, and never feel ashamed to talk to the group-I promise, we have ALL been there! Keep positive and keep talking! Janet

Please let me know how you cope with this: I have gained 2 lbs over the weekend-I didn't increase my calorie intake, but didn't exercise, so...I know in my head this is no big deal, but I have given the scale all of my power and can't seem to take it back. When the scale goes up, my entire mood for the day is altered, no matter what my common sense says. How do you deal with this? Any ideas besides don't weigh yourself everyday? That doesn't really get to the root of the problem...how do I make it 'OK'? Janet

I only got 1cc for my first fill! My dr actually put in 1.26, but as i was drinking water, I could feel it go down so he removed the .26 and it feels great! Janet

I had my first fill a few days ago, and just laid down and got the injection-no big deal, and works great!! janet

Thanks for the info-kinda scary, seeing how much our skin doesn't bounce back! Hope with continuous exercise, I can have some re contouring without the surgery, not to mention the expense! Janet

OK, here is some uplifting info! 1 month post surgery, down 10 lbs, and i got 1cc fluid in a fill (it was supposed to just be a check up appointment!) today! My Dr wants me to get a head start on the restriction feeling since i will be traveling alot soon. Feel GREAT! BTW, I asked him about protein because of all the info I have been reading. He said 60 grams/protein a day, so what I have been doing is 2 scoops of injury protein (200 calories, 40 grams protein) in a 160z bottle that I nurse all day long as my water source. All Drs seem to vary some on this....anyway, no negatives here, banding was the best thing to happen to me in years and years!!!!

Thanks for all this forewarning! I see the Dr today (banded 6/16) to decide when to get my first fill. I know now I stop because i should, not because it stops me-I will try to prep myself for the fill mentally now! Janet

I am so proud of you! I too would have eaten, almost to the point of being sick (go figure!) , but to have 1 or 2 pieces and stop is very 'normal'!!! Good for you-if we totally deprive ourselves, we could begin to resent the band-you did great, don't feel guilty. Now send the rest to work! janet

Welcome and GOOD LUCK! You'll get tons of good ideas and support, even if we are mostly women! Lucky you!!! Janet

My Dr suggested Unjury (Unjury.com) I love it! Here is the nutritional content, and some are only 80 calories instead of 100. I take a 160z bottle of water every morning, add 2 scoops and shake, then nurse it from late morning thru lunch-helps me get to dinner with few caolries and no hunger. Protein 20 grams per scoop Carb 4 grams Soduim 35 mg no Cholesterol or Fat or Lactose You can get a discount by signing up for auto delivery and can cancel or postpone. They also have travel size packages for my plane trips (Though they have foil, you must put them thru X-ray) Janet

I wqas banded June 16, lost 7lbs pre-op and have lost 10 lbs as of today-almost a full month-the cool thing is, no one has noticed my weight loss, but I am being told how good and happy I look=yea! Maybe my self-esteem is returning! You can't weigh that!!!! Janet

I was banded June 16, and after I went to solids (even before) there was no movement, but about 4 days ago it jump-started-fear not! You just need the adjustment time, and then it will work in your favor. This is not as immediate as gastric bypass, and I know I get frustrated with it too! Janet

The best one I found and recommended by my Dr is Unjury, purchased online. 100 calories, 0 carbs, 20 grams protein, and delicious! They also have an unflavored one that you can mix with juice or food. Janet

I am an opera singer, and I was able to exert alot of pressure singing 2 weeks after surgery, and believe me, I worked my diaghram and abs, if that is anything like a harness (personally, I think its more!) Janet

You know what? It is tough, no doubt, but you can do it! I had surgery June 16, and tomorrow is my first day of food, YEA! I would log on and complain about being hungry, and all the bandsters would rally to support me-that got me through more than the chicken broth, so here goes: YOU CAN DO IT!!!! Check off the days of the calendar, and let us know how you are doing!!!! Janet

Hey guys, I love reading all your posts, and sometimes when a question is asked many times, it makes us all remember simple things we take for granted. I am a newbie, and reading all of your support and info has helped me thru these first 3 weeks-thanks to everyone, and to Cry: I hope all your goals are met soon and you find happiness! Janet

You guys are good! OK, I am feeling guilty, I will get one and catch up !!! (though i do ride my bike daily!) Janet

One of the things I have had great success with is called Aloe Cure, its liquid, at any CVS,about $6/ for bottle, is is natural aloe juice for acid reflux of a serious nature. I cap full morn and night ( my ENT advised it and itr has helped me tremendously) Hope it helps. I had a hiatle hernia, and they repaired it when they added my band, so I understand the pain! Best of luck Janet