funmama707

From what I can tell--yes, you can stretch the pouch by eating too much too soon. Not sure about what it feels like though.

Good belly shot slimfast soup--the whole can 1 packet oatmeal 50oz water so far. I'm starving!

I agree--you look amazing! Maybe start with some other types of goals? Exercise or even reading, writing? I am wondering myself about the food relationship when I'm banded. 160 is my dream goal! You look great!

I drink a lot of water, around 80-90oz a day. It is going to be so hard for me to not drink before or after.

I just wanted to say you can do it. Maybe keep talking? Keep writing? Are you under a lot of pressure/stress right now? Hugs.

From what I can tell fiber isn't important and is not necessary during this stage. Maybe even should be avoided? I'm interested to see what others have to say.

I was just gonna ask the same thing tonight and thought--hmm maybe I'll do a search first. So laptop, massage, crystal light, broth, pj's, bathing suit, flip flops, yoga pants and cami's. Sounds like I'm ready to go!

Gosh--I can see both sides now. I'm not banded yet--this Thurs!--so these guys know more than me. Did you hear back from the Dr?

Not sure I'd get it done before such a trip either. I would want to be able to enjoy everything while over there. I can see her point of wanting to be healthier--I think that's why we are all here, but to me it's not going to make that much difference. What does the doctor say?

Booo! I hope it goes away fast!

That's wonderful!

Awesome! Are you going back for more? I'd probably wear those suckers everyday!

You look great! I'm also wondering what will happen to my boobs.

Wow! I have a lot to lose, so here's to getting a lot of weight off fast. I hope you are able to get over the plateau!

Wow! Spill the beans! I'm getting my band in Jan. What's your secret?!

I wondered about the same thing as well! Good to know the answer!

Great job!

Congratulations!

I'm in the same boat with the skin, but I've got stretch marks and had 2 c-sections. I totally plan on getting a tummy tuck--almost did it first before realizing I could get the lap band this way. Along with gym work I plan on getting monthly massages. Another friend who lost a lot of weight did the massages and it really helped her skin. I'm more worried about legs and arms because I will have the surgery on the tummy area. I know massages are rather pricey, but there's a massage school right by me that is about 25% of the regular price.

Thanks. I totally had a much less stressful day. And I went to the gym for my 30 min! Yay me!

That's great! Sounds like you had a great experience and I hope for the right amount of restriction!

I said it in the other thread, but my go-to drink has always been a rum and diet coke. Guess I'll need to find something else. I'm not a vodka lover, but I guess I could learn to drink screwdrivers.

I had to move my surgery back. I'm now being banded on Jan. 14th. My kids have gone through 2 week stomach viruses that really wiped them out. My youngest is just coming around. Carolyn was very nice about moving it, but I feel awful because now there's a spot open that they were not expecting. So with the holidays and my kids being sick I was just feeling too stressed about going this weekend. Now I'm in a great place. So Jan. 14th it is!

Good info. My choice is always a rum and diet coke. I will say that I'm not a big drinker, but it is nice to go out with the girls once a month for some kid free time.

so far today 1 chocolate slimfast cup coffee with splenda and 2tbs of creamer 32oz water 1 choc slimfast 32oz water then i went and had half of a trader joes chicken bbq pizza 32oz water