LoraLW

Nope not diabetic not even close just always thirsty.

I have only been banded a week as of tomorrow. The issue I am having is that all I want to do is drink. I'm not dehydrated but I feel that I can't get enough to drink. I take sips and stop when my stomach feels full or slightly bloated but as soon as the feeling goes away I have the urge to drink again. Any suggestions? I have tried water, protein water, gatorade and crystal light. Thanks everyone.

I think it is awesome to hear all of the wonderful things from everyone. I have been taking it slow and drinking my meals as suggested. I have noticed something really weird and was wondering what others thought, when I am drinking my soup or yogurt if I happen to be leaning to my left side I feel bloated right away verse if I am sitting straight up. I realized this tuesday evening when my stomach was bothering me and so I paid more attention to it yesterday and today. Any ideas?? Other than the fact that the port is right there?? By the way thank you for all the yummy recipes I have a grocery list together so I can cook all weekend!!

First of all take a deep breath! Your dilema sounds all to familiar. My husband freaked when I first mentioned it, but I too want to be around for my kids as well as for him. I have done the diets and lost and gained and got really down on myself. I hate looking in the mirror or trying on clothes only to have them not fit. But most importantly I want to be HEALTHY and that was what my final decision came down to. In the long run you need to make the decision for yourself regardless of how much you love everyone else around you. I know when you mention going to Mexico people freak, to put your mind at ease it was nothing different than going to a huge outdoor flea market...lol except for the driving BE CAREFUL!!! My friend went with me and Dr. Ortiz was so cool she got to go in the operating room and watch the whole thing. The facility and staff are first rate and very professional. Surgery is not something to take lightly but it sounds as if you have done your homework. We are all here for you and will continue to be regardless. I hope this helps.

Just in case anyone is interested I posted pictures of my battle wounds under my album...lmao

Ok so I broke down and got on the scale. I have lost 4.5 pounds since my surgery date last friday. I AM SO EXCITED!!!!!!!!!!!! I need to update my ticker...lol

Brook, hang in there...my daughter ate mexican food in front of me last night and then smiled and asked if I wanted some. Gotta love em!!! I have been real good on the post op diet, better than the pre op but it has been tough I am tired of sweet stuff and can't wait for something else. I haven't stepped on the scale since I was in Dr. Miranda's office, I'm scared...lmao The swelling goes down more each day as does the mild discomfort. Sara, I didn't get to say hello on friday..so HELLO!!! I hope you are healing and getting better daily. Has anyone heard from the Nicholesons?? They were banded before me and got to go back to the hotel that night but I haven't seen a post from them. Huge thanks to all the support from everyone!!!! :cheerleader:

I was thinking that it would be cool if we all went the same time to get our fill and stay for an extra night to talk and hang out.

Hey Brook, how are you feeling? Sorry we didn't get to hang out. You can add EAS as of day 6 according to what Dr. Miranda gave me. Don't know about vegetable juice. I put together a calendar as to when i can add stuff if you want to give me your email I will send it to you.

Sorry to hear you had such a rough time. I left the clinic at 8am and went shopping for an hour and then drove 5 and 1/2 hours home. i was a little sore getting in and out of my waterbed so opted for the couch, I also am using a heating pad....so much better!! Well keep me updated on your progress.

That is awesome, everytime I go to get mine it is a 4-6 hour wait!!!!

I haven't seen any posts from my fellow bandsters from 4-10 and 4-11. I hope everyone made it home safely and are doing well. Please post soon so we can share our stories.

ok so I like peanut butter and I just ordered the powdered version. I will let you know what I think of it. I had to purchase it in a 4 pack so if anyone is interested in a bottle let me know.

well had surgery late friday afternoon and drove home today. feeling really good no pain as of yet. hope everyone else is doing good as well.

Well everyone I am posting in the room at 6:45 before I head down to meet everyone else. Just a quick GOOD LUCK to all of us today. Today is our day!!

Thank you everyone for the really nice comments. It makes this alot easier!!!!

Ok everyone, I also dread having my picture taken due to my weight. However I posted some pictures in my album if anyone is interested. The nice thing is though I will be updating them with some smaller versions of myself soon...lol I look at pictures of all of you before the band and after the band and most of you were pretty before now you are stunning....Kimmie, Clynn, MamaMichelle, BeBe just to name a few....you give us all hope and inspiration. Keep up the great work.

Hi ladies I don't live in Boise, I am in Arizona, but my hubby works in Boise....can't wait to meet everyone. Laurie let me know what you find out about fills in Boise maybe I'll fly up there. 4mygirls we are so close!!! see you thursday evening hopefully.

I too would be interested in any information as I can fly up with my husband and stay the week while he is at work...lol

Brook, what time are you do in? I can't wait to SHOP!!! I went a few months ago to RockyPoint with a friend and had a blast.