Can you say ROUGH Weekend?

Wow is what I say about this past weekend. I was in so much pain but it was not because of my band. It seems after a trip to the ER first thing Monday morning I had Kidney Stone/s ! It felt worse then the surgery did! For me it was like being in labor all over again! I probably should have gone into the ER on Sunday but I waited.

One thing Dr. Cywes said anything on the main body that is hurting, call him first. It might be band related, but this was not! I did call Dr. Cywes on his phone, and he was so great over the phone! He said to come on in and lets get this checked. He checked on me twice while at the ER and kept up with all the test that the ER Dr. was running. All I can say is Dr. Cywes is wonderful!

Today, I feel much better! I was able to sleep. Have not been able to do that for the past few nights because of the pain. So each day is going to get better.

One of the tapes on one of my incisions came off last night while I was sleeping and I could not find it. Probably Roxy found it. One down, two more to go.

I am giving myself today to heal some more after and eventful weekend. Tomorrow I hope to start back at the gym and do something there slowly. The Gate River Run is in March and I wank to at least walk the 15k!

Soft Food Time!

Yesterday was the first day I could have soft food. So I started the day with an egg! It was so good! I made two, but only ate half of what was on the plate. So really one egg I guess. I had some Mex mix cheese to add to it. Before I ate the egg, I was able to get down a half bottle of water first. Then waited 20 minute before I ate the egg.

Lunch was out kind of. So I made the best menu choice that I could and had some refried beans and cheese. It was a very small amount and ate about 3 oz or so is my best guess. Still not really filling the hunger pains you could say.

Dinner, I made Chicken and Biscuits for the family. It is like a Mock Pot Pie in a way. But I didn't eat the biscuits just the chicken and veggies. I put some on my plate and my dear wonderful hubby said, "is that a bit much for you?" I agree and put some back. Old habits die hard I guess. Then I chop it up really fine on my plate. I ate like 4oz and found myself full again. Didn't want to push it so I stop. But boy did it taste so good! I am using small plates and a small fork to eat with. This way, not to much to eat and I take smaller bites.

I got to start pushing my water again. Ever since surgery, I am finding it hard to drink the needed water. Should drink like 64oz a day! That is 5 water bottles worth.

Tonight was one of those nights I had trouble sleeping. I been up now almost 2 hours. The family will be getting up soon for Seminary and school soon. At least it is Friday.

Post-Op Dr. appointment

Today is day 6. Day 1 was the day of surgery so today is day 6. I went to my doctors for my post op appointment. Basically to check the the incisions. He removed the big bandage over my belly button and now I just have some tape on it. The tape on all will fall off in a week or so. Still have pain in my shoulder. The only bad part today was the wait to get into the room. But, I got to talk to some others. One was 2 years out, 1 month from surgery and one within days of mine. Learned about what to feel when eating and such. While waiting, Jodi there came out and talked to everyone about some upcoming events. One is the Gate River Run/Walk. I would love to run/walk it, but I know for sure I am going to walk it! They are doing a 15k walk this coming year and so I will walk it at least.

Got home and put the heating pad on my shoulder. It seems to help it. Then I went for a walk. I had not done that since before surgery. I only walked like 1/2 mile but I was outside and did it. I need to get back to a 15 min mile walking.

Now, I sit with the heating pad on typing this out. I am also thinking of my friend Nancy and hoping she is home or about home as she had her Lap-Band Surgery yesterday.

So, I am going to rest. Still need that it seems, and then it will be time to get the kids.

Day 4....

All and all a good day! I was able to get myself ready (after finding something to wear that I still could wear) for church and did sacrament at church. Phil brought me home after that and I drank one of my shakes and took a nap till about 3:30. So about a two hour nap. One of the things I am finding is that I am just tired but I do sleep now. I guess it is because the body is healing.

I am a bit black and blue around my belly button area. But Phil and I are not to worried. I go back in on Tuesday for a follow up. I am not having to take my pain meds to often now. So I am happy about that.

Today, I just feel better, but not 100%. Laughing still hurts so does singing LOL. Taking deep breaths is hard but I am making myself do it once in a while during the day. I find myself kind of sleeping on my side now, but I am also sleeping with like every pillow I have on our bed! I sleep kind of sitting up but I end up laying down.

Tomorrow is my first full day on my own. I will just take it easy. I do want to go for a short walk but I will not take the dogs. I hope to sit at my work computer for a bit and do some work. And come the afternoon, I should be able to pick up the kids from the bus stop. I would like to go shopping for a few things but I will see how I am and if I have to wait till Phi is home I will.

Phil and Kaitlynn got a lot of Christmas up this weekend. Did a new thing to the tree this year and I like it. Kaitlynn did that on her own and she did a good job! I love my Christmas lights and I hope he can find the time this week to get them up outside.

So I am feeling good and I am glad I am now on the "Losers Bench" !

I am now a Banded Woman

Surgery went on time, 10am. The Dr. was out talking to Phil at 10:45 am. And I was in recovery by 11:10 or so. Could not see the clock very well with out my glasses and besides I was still a bit groggy.

Around noon, I went over to the short stay unit. My shoulder was hurting as well as my neck from the gas they use to extend the tummy area. Not to say my tummy hurt! OMG it felt like someone used me as a punching bag. Part of the reason my tummy area hurts so bad is they repaired a really big hiatal hernia! My Dr. said it was one of the largest he ever had to repair and so the pain I have he is not surprised by. Because of hernia, I had to stay on my IV until I left to go home. I almost stayed the night, but at around 6:30pm I requested to go home. The dr had already signed the order so I could have stayed or go home. I had one more shot of morphine and went home since the edge of the pain was gone. 7pm I left. I took a pillow along with me for the ride home and that help with the seat belt going across me.

The first night I was home it was rough to sleep. I got up at 2:30 and walked a bit. Took my pain meds and stayed up for 90 mins. Went back to sleep for a few hours and then I just wanted to sit up. It felt better sitting up.

The pain in my shoulder and neck has gone away by the next morning. so it hurts in the belly! I am sure it will get better over time. Walking does help so does the heating pad. Taking GAS X too for the gas pain.

Sleepy all day of the surgery and the next day. Took a shower on day two early evening and had to go to bed right after that, but I slept a good 6 hours!

So I survived. I had the most silly grin on my face most of surgery day. When I had to get weighed in at the hospital at 289! I was so happy about that! I even cried and my Dr said I did really good prior to surgery making the lifestyle changes and I should do really good once I get my band and feeling better. . Just the fact I have a 2 in front of my weight just makes me so happy! Can't wait to see the 1!

So there you have it! I have 3 incisions. One big one in my belly button and one small one on the left side and about an inch one up top just under my breast. The bandages will be on for 2-3 weeks and can fall off on their own. My first fill will be the 28th of December but I go in for my post op appointment Tuesday the 7th.

HOME! Short post tonight

Hey everyone! I am home. Things went really well and I promise to post more later.

Like to say thanks to Trishelle for bringing diner to my family tonight. And thanks to everyone for their well wishes and prayers. Words can not express what I feel.

Thanks again and I will post later this weekend!

It was the Night before Surgery.....

And all though the home, everyone was anxious, even my dog. Was it Mommas surgery or was it the cold that made us jiggle? For Momma it was the jello that jiggle!


Well that didn't flow and nice as I had hope, but really all of us is for the most part is calm about this. Even me! I know I will be snoozing shortly but I just wanted to recap my day for a bit.

I have not eaten for the past two days. Lots of Jello and broth and don't forget the water. Other then the slight headache I am good but I am ready for bed! I think I got use to having all the protein that I had been eating. But I know I will be able to do anything that is asked of me regarding this band. I can do anything!

So in the morning, up and at them somewhat early. Have to be at the hospital by 8am and surgery is at 10. I should be home sometime that afternoon.

My next post will be from a Banded Woman! Take care all and will see you all in my new LIFE!