calicat Posted April 19, 2008 Report Share Posted April 19, 2008 Okay bandsters - I want the truth....who ate before week 3????? I know there are several of you. I was banded by Dr. Ortiz, but I read some online post-op guidelines by other surgeons that direct their patients in week 3 & 4 to eat mushy, soft foods. I'm just wondering who's done what for post-op!!! When did you start to eat? What did you eat? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maytee Posted April 19, 2008 Report Share Posted April 19, 2008 I will be truthful and confess I at Easter dinner. I had 3 pieces of Rib-eye steak and green bean casserole. I chewed the heck out of the steak and the green beans were great. I did get back on the soup thing after that. I had no problems that day. I have had no problem with any food. I went to a wedding and had the cake and that felt like glue going down my throat and real soft bread isn't that good either. I can't wait to get my first fill on May 5th. Are you having a hard time with the post-op diet. I hated it! Maytee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lynna Posted April 19, 2008 Report Share Posted April 19, 2008 I am at two weeks post op and still having liquids....heres hoping that I don't get hungry this next week either! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mona-camille Posted April 19, 2008 Report Share Posted April 19, 2008 Nope didn't cheat at all. I had too many vomitting issues to even think about NOT following the rules. I paid out of my pocket for this, I wasn't taking any chances on ruining the band. So, no food at all until my 3 week time frame. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bandgroupie Posted April 19, 2008 Report Share Posted April 19, 2008 Do we really have to tell you the truth Okay bandsters - I want the truth....who ate before week 3????? I know there are several of you. I was banded by Dr. Ortiz, but I read some online post-op guidelines by other surgeons that direct their patients in week 3 & 4 to eat mushy, soft foods. I'm just wondering who's done what for post-op!!! When did you start to eat? What did you eat? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
calicat Posted April 19, 2008 Author Report Share Posted April 19, 2008 Funny Dawn - yes - I was asking everyone for the truth. I too was a self-pay - apparently not "enough" wrong with me to warrant insurance to pay for the surgery. So I don't want to risk anything either! However, I was asking the question because I looked up lap band post op diets here in the U.S. (UCSD in particular). They specifically state to start mushy and soft foods at week 2. I'm at week 2 and although I feel good - I just don't know that I'm ready. Maybe it's mental, maybe it's that little choke feeling I get sometimes when I suck on my dissolved Cheetios puffs (does that count as food?). I'm waiting too - what's another 6 days when I've gone this long!! Thanks for the heads up about the steak too - I can't WAIT to have steak!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
utahmom Posted April 19, 2008 Report Share Posted April 19, 2008 I got through the postop diet with very few problems. I did however start eating about 3 days prior to target day. I have no problems with anything but bread and meat. Tried meat three times and it just will not go down. This week I will try ground beef. Go for first fill May 1st. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blazn Posted April 19, 2008 Report Share Posted April 19, 2008 I was very strict about the post-op diet the first two weeks. But.....during that last week of liquids I did start on some soupy grits (not sure if you know what that is...I think its a southern thing). Then I had a few mashed potatoes. Never had a problem though. I can't wait for my first fill - May 3rd. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scared Posted April 23, 2008 Report Share Posted April 23, 2008 I thought I'd bring this topic back as to see if we would get more feedback... I must admit... I have cheated... :lb12: BUTTTTTTTTTTTTTTT.... I want to add.......please no one follow what i do/did because everyone is different and everyone's body reacts differently. I am on week two... and I have had mashed bananas, or I should say a mashed banana and applesauce.. and a dissolved cracker here and there.... BUTTTTTTTT thank GOD... I have not had any complications (YET.. knock on wood).. no PBing, no chest pain, oh yeah and I have had some watery mashed potatoes... i continue to drink my protien drink in the morning and my creamy soup at lunch... it's just the evenings that kill me... so that's when I have used my imagination. Please ... I must warn anyone though.. that u should definately follow Dr. Miranda's instructions. I know others have tried to eat before they should have and have suffered different consequences. The post op was difficult for me because previous to surgery I never ate soup... actually I dislike soup.. the closest thing to soup I ate was from the chinese restaurant.. (wonton) I have a box of popsicles in the fridge dont eat those either... they freeze my teeth... so what was a girl to do???? Again, the reason for me posting this is not to discourage anyone from following the rules, I just wanted to be Honest and share my expierence. M Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WAgal Posted April 23, 2008 Report Share Posted April 23, 2008 Scared, You crack me up!!! I'm rolling on the ground by my computer!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fatcat Posted April 23, 2008 Report Share Posted April 23, 2008 Hi Calicat, I started eating some solid four days before the three weeks were hope. I kept it light; tolerated most - but not bread - Gads! it did stick and cause me pain. It was grain and toasted, but.... I started eating just to taste the food and then I kept at it the next few days to get more protein in me - I started feeling really tired and didn't like that. Today is my official eat day - so we shall see how I do from this day forward. Helen > Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Par Girl Posted April 23, 2008 Report Share Posted April 23, 2008 Okay bandsters - I want the truth....who ate before week 3????? I know there are several of you. I was banded by Dr. Ortiz, but I read some online post-op guidelines by other surgeons that direct their patients in week 3 & 4 to eat mushy, soft foods. I'm just wondering who's done what for post-op!!! When did you start to eat? What did you eat? Well, one of the gals I was banded with did cheat and yee howdy did she regret it! She simply sucked on a piece of meat and became violently ill, almost had to go back to the OCC. Her experience cured me of any thoughts of cheating! Be careful a band slippage can't be good. Pargirl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jenn Posted April 23, 2008 Report Share Posted April 23, 2008 Do we really have to tell you the truth That made me giggle Jenn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lock27 Posted April 23, 2008 Report Share Posted April 23, 2008 Okay bandsters - I want the truth....who ate before week 3????? I know there are several of you. I was banded by Dr. Ortiz, but I read some online post-op guidelines by other surgeons that direct their patients in week 3 & 4 to eat mushy, soft foods. I'm just wondering who's done what for post-op!!! When did you start to eat? What did you eat? I am almost 7 days post opt and i am very hungry. I was hungry when i got out of the OR. I have been following the whole liquids thing, however i began the shakes 2 days before i was supposed to and i had no problems. i dont like soups either but i have been trying to have them. I dont feel restricted at all since i feel just as hungry before the band, however the thought about messing it up it scares me. i think that starting shakes and/or creamy soups before hand is not too bad, but food i dont think off. hope this helps Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeBe Posted April 23, 2008 Report Share Posted April 23, 2008 I totally cheated. I was licking a pizza roll one night... (we've already determined I'm a licker, right?) and the urge to swallow one was so overwhelming. I wanted it SOOOO BAD!!! So I decided I was just going to chew it up and spit it out. However, by the time it was all chewed up, it was like slush... or a thick soup. So I figured "what the heck!" and took a big gulp of water to thin it down even more and I swallowed. Just the one. And it was gooooooooooooooooooood. But my kids got on my case and stopped me from eating ay more. This was only about 2 or 3 days before "real food" anyway, so I don't feel so guilty. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alana Posted April 23, 2008 Report Share Posted April 23, 2008 I was just going to ask if anyone chewed up the food and then spit it out, just to get the chewing sensation under control. I know there are times when I drink my Slim Fasts that I just want something hot to chew on, but know that I'm not actually hungry for it. I hopefully will not have to do this, but just in case! Alana Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
calicat Posted April 23, 2008 Author Report Share Posted April 23, 2008 I was a chew and spit outter. I was also the cheetios puffs sucker - they dissolved in my mouth! Tasting was good - but tricky. You really have to pay attention, and not be distracted. It's instinct to swallow - so when my hubby asked me a question, or my son needed something - I found myself unable to concentrate on both at once. Find a "quiet" time so you don't swallow Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoraLW Posted April 23, 2008 Report Share Posted April 23, 2008 My 12 year old daughter watches me like a hawk. She won't even let me chew and spit she says I will just want more and I'm not allowed to have any. Oh well at least I have support....lmao Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Will T Posted April 23, 2008 Report Share Posted April 23, 2008 Ummm... we were supposed to wait three weeks before eating solid foods??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doinfi9 Posted April 23, 2008 Report Share Posted April 23, 2008 Ummm... we were supposed to wait three weeks before eating solid foods??? Oh uh....that can't be good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paula Bee Posted April 23, 2008 Report Share Posted April 23, 2008 I was very strict about the post-op diet the first two weeks. But.....during that last week of liquids I did start on some soupy grits (not sure if you know what that is...I think its a southern thing). Then I had a few mashed potatoes. Never had a problem though. I can't wait for my first fill - May 3rd. Woot! My birthday! I will celebrate by thinking of you and your first fill!.. I am coming on the 6th for the first fill. I can't wait to hear how yours went. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paula Bee Posted April 23, 2008 Report Share Posted April 23, 2008 I thought I'd bring this topic back as to see if we would get more feedback...I must admit... I have cheated... :lb12: BUTTTTTTTTTTTTTTT.... I want to add.......please no one follow what i do/did because everyone is different and everyone's body reacts differently. I am on week two... and I have had mashed bananas, or I should say a mashed banana and applesauce.. and a dissolved cracker here and there.... BUTTTTTTTT thank GOD... I have not had any complications (YET.. knock on wood).. no PBing, no chest pain, oh yeah and I have had some watery mashed potatoes... i continue to drink my protien drink in the morning and my creamy soup at lunch... it's just the evenings that kill me... so that's when I have used my imagination. Please ... I must warn anyone though.. that u should definately follow Dr. Miranda's instructions. I know others have tried to eat before they should have and have suffered different consequences. The post op was difficult for me because previous to surgery I never ate soup... actually I dislike soup.. the closest thing to soup I ate was from the chinese restaurant.. (wonton) I have a box of popsicles in the fridge dont eat those either... they freeze my teeth... so what was a girl to do???? Again, the reason for me posting this is not to discourage anyone from following the rules, I just wanted to be Honest and share my expierence. M You could resort to licking chips... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fat2nrml Posted April 23, 2008 Report Share Posted April 23, 2008 I have to admitt, I cheated too! About 10 days after my surgery I chewed some brussel sprouts with cheese sauce and spit them out. I know that's not a good habit to pick up, so I never did it again. Then at about 2 wekks post op I ate some noodles and gravy.... SO GOOD!!... so stupid me takes a piece of cubed steak and chewed it up and swallowed it. Not a good thing, let me tell ya!! I was in pain for an hour! It made my chest, collar bone and shoulder area's hurt! I sipped a cup of hot tea and it helped a little. I now can eat food, to well, and not much bothers me. We had soft tacos for supper and I ate one nice sized one. I was full...... but about 90 min. later, I ate another one. Now I'm uncomfortable. Over eating and portion control are my demons.... Some days I do really well and others I suck.Can't wait to get my fill next month!! :lb12: Darlene Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kim2BSlim Posted April 24, 2008 Report Share Posted April 24, 2008 I had vomiting issues and I still cheated a little. LOL I stayed on all liquids with no cheating for the first two weeks though and the third week I started experimenting with food. I had a milkshake about 2 weeks post-op...threw it up. I am almost 4 weeks post-op and some foods still do not stay down. I have to eat very bland foods and I don't seem to be able to tolerate bread, peanut butter, sweet stuff or milk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Allcdngirl Posted April 24, 2008 Report Share Posted April 24, 2008 I would probably spit out brussel sprouts band or no band.. I think they are just gross.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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