sjcheves
My First Fill - April 23, 3008
Apr 25, 2008
He did confirm that I have a 4 cc band, but of course I forgot to ask him how much saline he put in the band...my guess is that I am up to 1.5 ccs...but I don't really know that.
The funniest thing to me was the needle when he was pulling it out and that it was "stuck" in the port and when he pulled it out was like it was suctioned to the port. I just thought it was an odd sensation that there was something inside me that made it that difficult for the needle to come out. But, I then took a sip of water and off we both went. I guess all is well.
I had lost 13 lbs since my last appt. which was exactly 4 weeks earlier...so that was good news and encouraging. I am very pleased with getting this surgery and have been truly blessed through this whole process. Dr. Sherman was encouraging yet cautious that my weight loss will probably slow down, but he'd like to see me lose 1 - 2 lbs a week. And...I need to exercise and he told me I could start lifting weights. So, I need to get my act together and start some type of weight lifting routine.
I have found myself eating some things I shouldn't...I have had some sugar/chocolate and I really don't want to get in that habit...so, I need to stop ... although I try to tell myself that it is not the end of the world and that I CAN have an occasional treat, but still...I want to be wise and careful about what I put in my mouth. I also have not been as disciplined since I got sick earlier this week with my water in take and tracking my protein...so, I need to get back on track.
Praise the Lord for allowing me the opportunity to go through this process.
Taco Bell or Bust
Apr 05, 2008
Well, I have had a pretty good week...although I have not lost any more weight...so, that is a good reality check! I have pretty much stuck with just soups this week b/c of no wanting to have any issues at work...but, I did get some pintos and cheese from Taco
I also decided to start lifting weights this week, but then I decided maybe I needed to double check on that and was told ABSOLUTELY not...so, no weight lifting for 3 more weeks. Which is ok...I don't really like lifting weights...but thought I should try to get some routine started with regard to building a bit more muscle. : )
I have also ventured into having some oatmeal too...We'll see what else I get gutsy enough to try on my mushies foods!
2 Weeks Post-Op
Mar 30, 2008
Well, tomorrow I will be two weeks post op and starting week 3! I can't believe it has been 2 weeks already. I have NOT cried for 3 whole days...so I am hoping the anesthesia is out of my body and I am more normal now!!!
Well, I had a scrambled egg for lunch and so far so good. I am not sure what 3 weeks of pureed foods looks like, but so far today, I enjoyed my egg...and we'll see what dinner will be.
I am working hard at getting my protein in (55-65 gm/day). My husband is bald and he is adamant that we don't need two bald people in the family, so he is being helpful and following my protein intake. I am pleased that he is being supportive and involved in this process thus far.
I am trying to behave and not scratch my incision points, but it can be hard b/c they all itch. I am pretty sure it is from them healing, but boy do I want to scratch!
Recovery
Mar 27, 2008
