Kimra

Did anyone incorporate fudgesicles into their post op diet? If so, when?? Thanks

Alana, Thanks so much for the good info... I'm always so scared i'm gonna mess stuff up.... good info!

Also, if you get childrens tylenol it comes in a drinkable form with an adult dosage.

Are you hurting??? I take an allergy pill and I just use a knife over a piece of wax paper (chop it into small small pieces) and then slide all of it into my mouth with a drink of water... is that what you were asking??

I read that we are supposed to stay away from meat other that fish.. a good first meal is like watery oatmeal!! Hope this helps!

Thanks!!! I wish you all the best with your surgery!! Keep us all updated for sure!!!!!!

I stayed the night at the OCC the day of my surgery and the very next day I showered!!! Felt AMAZING!

Does anyone know when we can start washing our wounds after surgery with soap and water. I know the doctor told us to just let the soap run down in the beginning, but when can we wash em a lil better?? Also, mine feel really dry, did anyone put any cream on them at all?? I know weird questions, just curious!! Thanks!

I know for sure that you can't have soda until 6 months after the band... per dr. Miranda

Hey Renee!! Next time next time, I will be at the Cantina with you guys!! haha! Now lets just make sure that there is a next time, Right?

I had a toe ring on and the nurse took it off before she put the socks on me... so I bet they make you take everything out..

Lora, Can we take that tablet during the first 7 days post op??

Yes, as soon as I got off the plane, the driver was there waiting. He was holding a sign that said, "Dr. Ariel Ortiz" Just make sure to get your itinerary faxed to Carolyn or Lori and they have it all organized so they can watch your flight in case its delayed or early! He speaks english and is very nice, plus he carries your bag!!

You look AMAZING!!! Congrats!

Carrie, No need to bring your jeans, shampoo or make up! and no need to bring your nerves either! I promise you there is nothing to worry about! I am such a worry wart and it was smooth sailing!! You're in good hands for sure!

I am bad, because I over packed, but the one thing that I am glad I did bring was my slippers! And don't bring any make up.... its not worth it! LOL!!!

Nope, thats all you need... and you won't even need it until you cross back over into the states!

OMG!! Thats GREAT! I actually feel a lil lucky as well!! I haven't had hardly any gas pains either! Its sooo nice! My friend that had the surgery the same day as me had pains really bad in her chest, so I kind of felt bad that she was in sooo much pain. Thats awesome that you get to have some protein!! I am scared to have to yogurt cause I have no idea how it will go through me as well! I feel pretty full with water, gatorade and popsicles too. Sounds like you're soooo ready to go back to work!! Good luck and keep me updated on how things are going with you!!

Yeah I wanted to meet you too!!! Dang it! We'll have to schedule our fills together.. But yeah, that is kind of what I was thinking about the liquid flowing right through, but someone said we can stretch the pouch even on liquids.. hmm.. i'm soo confused!!! But anyway, how are you feeling?? I wish I could get more comfortable when I sleep! BLAH

Yes, they are still doing construction... it actually wasn't too bad tho!

K, so does anyone know how much we can drink after post op??? I am only 2 days post op and I have no idea and I don't want to stretch my pouch! hELP!

=D> Wooo hoo!!! I am finally banded. I am at the OCC right now just chillin after taking a few laps of walking around!! Like everyone else says, this place is absolutely AMAZING!!! I feel great, no pain, no gas, no bloating and the capri suns and otter pops RULE!!!! There are 7 other banders here that had the surgery today and all of them are great and doing just fine. \ For those of you who are nervous like I was OUTA MY MIND NERVOUS!!! There is no need to be nervous. I would do it again tomorrow and the next day!! Dr. Ortiz is Fricken Hilarious and was very honest and helpful, of course hot too... whooo!! Please feel free to ask me any questions any time.. especially tonight... cause i'll be here all night long!!!

Painter!!! I will be there on the 15th for pre op tests and Surgery on the 16th as well!!! Can't wait to meet you! What time do you get in?? See ya there!

We had a GINOURMOUS dinner for Mothers Day at my parents... I mean we're talking mashed potatoes with white hamburger gravy, a Large moist, sweet Heavenly Ham, Naughty fruit salad, homemade hot moist rolls with a big ol' slab of butter and asparagus with mayonaise dipping sauce!!! For dessert.... an amazing truffle and homemade peach cobbler with homemade icecream!!! Why do they have to do this to me!!!! Everyone was eating and making everything look soooooooooo dang good!!! and all i could do was sit and ................................... drink my EAS shake! Now that was a tough day!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I have been eating the South Beach Chicken one. There is 30 G. of Protein and only 240 Cal. They are actually amazing!! You should try em... I've lost a ton of weight on them!! Give it a shot!