matilda617 Posted September 29, 2009 Report Share Posted September 29, 2009 Hi- This is my first entry as I am really considering the procedure and trying to find out as much as I can. Did you feel the urge to eat solid food before your fill? I am so afraid that I would not be able to stick to it because I haven't been able to stick with any diet. I'm also getting a lot of negativity from my mother (although I am 45) about this- she just doesn't understand that nothing else has worked for me and I am unhappy. Thank you! Leah (fattie) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charelle Posted September 29, 2009 Report Share Posted September 29, 2009 Hi- This is my first entry as I am really considering the procedure and trying to find out as much as I can. Did you feel the urge to eat solid food before your fill? I am so afraid that I would not be able to stick to it because I haven't been able to stick with any diet. I'm also getting a lot of negativity from my mother (although I am 45) about this- she just doesn't understand that nothing else has worked for me and I am unhappy. Thank you! Leah (fattie) Hi Leah, I'm 12 days post-op. First, let me tell you that you are on a liquid diet for 21 days after surgery. Afterward, you are allowed to eat "regular" food. Your fill won't be for 6-8 weeks after surgery, so there are a few weeks in between your post-op diet and fill time. Do I want to cheat? Absolutely! BUT, I remind myself that this is short term. I'm almost through the 21 day liquids, and I don't want to do anything to stretch my pouch or harm my healing process in any way. You will lose weight in your first couple of weeks, and a lot of people have said (me included) that you're not hungry in the first week after surgery. Hang in there! We're all here to support you! You've found a great board and a great support system here. GOOD LUCK!! all the best, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jhawkchick75 Posted September 29, 2009 Report Share Posted September 29, 2009 Honestly for me the first week or so food just didn't even sound good so it wasn't an issue. The hardest for me was not chewing and then those last few days were tough but that was b/c I knew solids were coming soon. I did eat some mashed potatoes about 3 days before my 21 days were over, but other than that did not cheat. You will be so scared that you will mess something up that you will not want to cheat. The urge will be there, but I know for me I was too afraid that I would hurt the band so I didn't do it. Also, the weight loss keeps you motivated to keep to the rules. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matilda617 Posted September 30, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 30, 2009 Hi Leah,I'm 12 days post-op. First, let me tell you that you are on a liquid diet for 21 days after surgery. Afterward, you are allowed to eat "regular" food. Your fill won't be for 6-8 weeks after surgery, so there are a few weeks in between your post-op diet and fill time. Do I want to cheat? Absolutely! BUT, I remind myself that this is short term. I'm almost through the 21 day liquids, and I don't want to do anything to stretch my pouch or harm my healing process in any way. You will lose weight in your first couple of weeks, and a lot of people have said (me included) that you're not hungry in the first week after surgery. Hang in there! We're all here to support you! You've found a great board and a great support system here. GOOD LUCK!! all the best, Thanks for the reply! Was it painful? Can you feel the band in your stomach? Thanks again- Leah Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charelle Posted September 30, 2009 Report Share Posted September 30, 2009 Thanks for the reply! Was it painful? Can you feel the band in your stomach?Thanks again- Leah Hi Leah, I guess it wasn't a pain I expected to feel. I felt like I did 100 sit-ups. Not 1000, mind you, but 100. So, my muscles were sore, especially near the port area, but not a real PAIN. I think the band rests closer to your chest/sternum area because every once in a while, I'd feel tightening in my chest or maybe what felt a little like heartburn? Those came & went in the first week, but haven't experienced anything since. Now that I'm on full liquids (MY LAST WEEK!!!) when I have about a cup or so, I feel REALLY full....but in my chest area!! Weird. Like all the soup is resting in my chest! These past couple of days, I've gone down to half a cup and that has helped a lot. Mentally, I want to finish a cup because it seems so small!!! BUT, I think that's where I have to start changing, and realizing when I'm satisfied. Nothing I've experienced so far has been even remotely unbearable. I feel great and I'm starting to notice my figure changing!! Woo-hoo!!! Having that motivation keeps me on track, for sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matilda617 Posted September 30, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 30, 2009 Hi Leah,I guess it wasn't a pain I expected to feel. I felt like I did 100 sit-ups. Not 1000, mind you, but 100. So, my muscles were sore, especially near the port area, but not a real PAIN. I think the band rests closer to your chest/sternum area because every once in a while, I'd feel tightening in my chest or maybe what felt a little like heartburn? Those came & went in the first week, but haven't experienced anything since. Now that I'm on full liquids (MY LAST WEEK!!!) when I have about a cup or so, I feel REALLY full....but in my chest area!! Weird. Like all the soup is resting in my chest! These past couple of days, I've gone down to half a cup and that has helped a lot. Mentally, I want to finish a cup because it seems so small!!! BUT, I think that's where I have to start changing, and realizing when I'm satisfied. Nothing I've experienced so far has been even remotely unbearable. I feel great and I'm starting to notice my figure changing!! Woo-hoo!!! Having that motivation keeps me on track, for sure. Thanks!! I am about your size- not real big- I just don't feel comfortable and have gained a lot of weight in the last 5 years. I was really big with both pregnancies- 100lbs plus gained- and lost it all. Now I am gaining it all back and I just can't fight this battle anymore; I am so tired of it. I need help and hope this is a solution. My mother is really upset that I am considering it; I don't think she understands as she has always been very thin. My husband is supportive though, and will most likely make the trip with me. Thanks for all of your info!! You seem to be doing great! Leah =D> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CanadianBandster Posted September 30, 2009 Report Share Posted September 30, 2009 the only thing that kept me from cheating was chewing and spitting - but hey, I had my surgery 3 days before xmas and had to sit there smelling my grandmas yummy food! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CanadianBandster Posted September 30, 2009 Report Share Posted September 30, 2009 the only thing that kept me from cheating was chewing and spitting - but hey, I had my surgery 3 days before xmas and had to sit there smelling my grandmas yummy food! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RevyD Posted September 30, 2009 Report Share Posted September 30, 2009 the only thing that kept me from cheating was chewing and spitting - but hey, I had my surgery 3 days before xmas and had to sit there smelling my grandmas yummy food! Hi Canadian Bandster. It was nice meeting you in person on Monday. How are you feeling and did you have fun with your friend? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RevyD Posted September 30, 2009 Report Share Posted September 30, 2009 the only thing that kept me from cheating was chewing and spitting - but hey, I had my surgery 3 days before xmas and had to sit there smelling my grandmas yummy food! Hi Canadian Bandster. It was nice meeting you in person on Monday. How are you feeling and did you have fun with your friend? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matilda617 Posted September 30, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 30, 2009 Hi Canadian Bandster. It was nice meeting you in person on Monday. How are you feeling and did you have fun with your friend? Hi- Have you had any problems with the band? You were able to stick to the liquid diet? Thanks!! Leah Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CanadianBandster Posted September 30, 2009 Report Share Posted September 30, 2009 actually I didnt get to see my friend - I came home a day early - which is nice because I have a day (today) to relax, which I never get to do. Unfortunately I didnt get to go shopping though! My unfil went great - I went from 2.6 down to 1.6 and I thought the liquids would kill me lol - but its not too bad. I think its because I feel so much better. Ive lost 3 pounds ha ha - so Ill be at my complete goal weight in a day or two. How did things go for you???? It was nice meeting you too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RevyD Posted September 30, 2009 Report Share Posted September 30, 2009 Things went great. Feeling good. Occasional gas pain but other than that everything is wonderful. Looking forward to going home tomorrow Debbie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CanadianBandster Posted October 1, 2009 Report Share Posted October 1, 2009 well good luck! Id love if you stayed in touch PM is best - actually email is even better - if u ever want it just pm me. Anytime u need motivation or help feel free to let me know! If it werent for my friend and I emailing everyday to eachother I wouldnt have had the success I have had Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CALF Posted October 11, 2009 Report Share Posted October 11, 2009 Hello Fellow Vancouver Islander!! I am leaving this coming Thursday (OCt. 17) to have my lapband surgery with Dr. Ortiz. I have all the emotions running...but am thrilled to have this opportunity to get back on the health and fitness track! Taking control of my eating habits has been an issue for the past 25 years! Have you found a Dr. on the Island that will do the fills for you or are you planning on heading to the OCC clinic for each one? Also..what are these BP and sliming issues I hear folks referring too? I've seen the progress you've posted..that's awesome!! =D> I can't wait to be a member of the 'club' !! LOL Cheers, CALF ...current weight 251 / height 5'8" / target weight 170 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RevyD Posted October 11, 2009 Report Share Posted October 11, 2009 Hello Fellow Vancouver Islander!! I am leaving this coming Thursday (OCt. 17) to have my lapband surgery with Dr. Ortiz. I have all the emotions running...but am thrilled to have this opportunity to get back on the health and fitness track! Taking control of my eating habits has been an issue for the past 25 years! Have you found a Dr. on the Island that will do the fills for you or are you planning on heading to the OCC clinic for each one? Also..what are these BP and sliming issues I hear folks referring too? I've seen the progress you've posted..that's awesome!! =D> I can't wait to be a member of the 'club' !! LOL Cheers, CALF ...current weight 251 / height 5'8" / target weight 170 A fellow Vancouver Islander. Where are you from? I live in Shawnigan Lake. About fills I really would like to go to the OCC but I cannot afford it. I will be travelling to Marysville in Washington to have my fills at the Northwest Clinic . They do them under fluroscopy for I believe $275.00. I would have to check on that . They have a web site that you can go to. Lots of good education on it. http://www.nwfills.com/protein.html I was just banded on Sept 29th so have not experienced bp or sliming. My understanding is if you don't chew well enough and something gets stuck. Your mouth will fill with a real thick salive to attempt to get the food down. If that does not work you basically burp up the whole mouthfull of food. I don't ever want to experience this so I will be chew, chew, chewing. If you want to email me at my personal email to chat it is shieldsd@shaw.ca Looking forward to hearing where you live. Debbie P.S This is one of the best decisions you will ever make. You will love the OCC and all the staff they are like a home away from home. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SALLIE Posted October 13, 2009 Report Share Posted October 13, 2009 hi My name is sally this is my first entry.. I was banded on October 07.2009. I feel happy!! I sometimes wanna cheat ,but i get scared and i just stop thinking of it!!! soon i will start yogurt! looking forward to that.. > Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CALF Posted October 13, 2009 Report Share Posted October 13, 2009 Hi Sally! I go in for my lapband in two days!! Yikes..I'm also excited, scared and nervous about wanting to cheat as soon as I feel hungry. Let's stay in contact and cheer each other on! I know we can do it and achieve success!!! 'Talk' with you soon!!!! Cheryl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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