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Blog 54146
 

56 wks out

I have lost 60 lbs since 2/09 and am proud but not satisfied. Part my fault for eating habits but am going for another fill next wek. need to kick in the losing weight again.
Theagillis7

Theagillis7

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Blog 86428
 

Constant Nausea?

OK I'm kinda freaking out, I was banded on 3/15/10 and to this day feel constant nausea, Is this a normal feeling? There is no more pain or anything I'm just weak from not being able to eat because everything I see or smell makes me want to vomit! Yeah..I'm loosing weight..but that's not how I wanted to do it! I have literally been in bed all week and I am supposed to go back this Thursday..uh yeah right. I called the Dr on Sunday (kinda felt bad about that lol) and told him what was going on..he got me some medicine to try and help stop it..its helping mildly and I am able to keep some stuff down THANK GOD lol...part of me wonders "is this going to be worth it?"
Sweet Change

Sweet Change

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Blog 88551
 

Frustrated.....

I have only lost 5 pounds since March 8th and I am hungry all the time!   Any suggestions? My first fill is not till April 7th!
StacW

StacW

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Blog 81481
 

fill numero dos

Alrighty, time to get this thing movin. I haven't felt any restriction from my first fill so I am hoping with this next one I will start seeing some better results. So far i waver around the 10lb loss marker from my surgery just a little over a month ago. Today I have a long day drive to Abq and back so i am going to jump on my elliptical and go to a chiropratic appointment this morning. My neck has been killing me Needing to amp up the yoga too.   Something to Share So I have been reading this book called Awakening and Healing the Rainbow Body. One morning i opened the book to the section titled INTENTION. Intentions are conscious and subconscious. We are mostly aware of the conscious intentions ie getting the lapband or calling in a new lover to your life... However there are even Stronger intentions we put out there everyday through our subconscious. These types of intentions can bring us harsh lessons filled with much tribulation and pain. The reason for this IS our own personal feelings of unworthness and lack of self love!!! I almost cried... For me, these words hit home like a falling boulder. I see this truth played out for me over and over in my relationships, which have always left me shattered. I thought to myself, How/why do i hate my self this much. I really do love myself and believe that i am an amazing person. Even this realization of subconscious intention is baby steps towards changing the ingrained thought patterns of self abuse. I mentioned earlier how much I LOVE yoga and how it makes me feel So good after i go to a class. Knowing how much i benifit from going to yoga class doesn't mean i go everyday or every week. I am really having to take a long hard look at my self and ask why and i not going. Is this just part of the ingrained pattern of self abuse and lack of self love? So i am making a commitment to myself to consciously be aware of my subconscious and correct myself if i hear myself thinking negatively. Also being grateful to know that i am positively affected by going to yoga class and will make the effort to go more often for the sake of self love and repatterning my intentions.   Just to put it out there in the universe. May i be given the strength to follow though this knowledge with action.
Jadeite

Jadeite

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Blog 85870
 

Last Meal Syndrome & The Scale

Anybody else have this prior to surgery?? I have been on the Atkins diet for about a month. I lost 10 pounds on it and totally deprived myself of carbs. Now that i have my surgery date this coming Monday (3.29) i have gone off the diet and can't stop thinking about food! Its incredible. I keep using the excuse that I might not ever get to eat and enjoy this stuff so i want it now! I got on the scale this morning after a weekend of eating and drinking and I was up 2 pounds! Can't keep this up!   Speaking of the scale... I also realized that i was excited to get on the scale when I am dieting and i think i am going to see a lower number. But, this morning, i had to make myself get on it and see the damage i did. I never did that in the past, hence contributing to my weight gain. Getting on that scale, facing the consequences is making me think more before i shove bad food into my mouth. I am reminded of how hard i worked for the past month to get the pre-op weight off and here i am spoiling it in one week! Yes folks, i am able to gain massive amounts of weight in an extremely short amount of time.   I need to shape up and get my head back in the game. Start making better choices and keeping it up. I have also come to realize that after surgery, i will be obsessed with that scale. I will have to try and limit myself to step on it just once a day when I wake up. I could drive myself crazy!   Oooohhh, I can't wait for the big day!!
Jilly29

Jilly29

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Blog 75574
 

I WANT WHAT I WANT!1,000 Bitty Baby Steps to get to that 100 lbs lost?

:mad: Boy this is so hard! Losing weight has never been easy has it? Well not for me anyway! And I have a body that has a mind of its on! My mind says lose the 2 lbs a week NOW but my body says NO! I really am trying now, back to the good foods, no sneaking a bite or two here and there. And I step on the scales and I have gained? OMG where is that coming from? Well I SHALL NOT BE Discouraged! I WILL keep on keeping on! My MIND is made up to lose that 100 lbs in my first year, and the 29th of this month will be eight months with 74 lbs (NOW) gone! So I need to lose 26 lbs in four months! That does not sound so hard does it? I think I have always been a STRESS EATER, and these last few weeks I have had a LOT of it! My Mom, diagnosed with Alzheimers a few years ago, had a stroke and is now in an Assisted Living House, a very nice place, but of course she hates it and calls every night crying the blues to me, the next morning she does not even remember calling me, but I don't get any sleep for worrying about her and What to Do? I have to Walk off the Stress of this time of my life and try to enjoy every min I have left with her! 1,000 steps for 100 lbs! That is my motto now! When I exercise (outside of the daily steps I take) I tend to drop the lbs consistently! I urge you if you are in a situation with stress WALK IT OFF! Take those steps to get this weight off! I WANT WHAT I WANT AND I AM NOT GIVING UP!
janetsjourneytoslim

janetsjourneytoslim

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Blog 80707
 

Day 7 on the Opti-Fast

I'm on day 7 of 3 weeks (22 days) of Opti-Fast. No food. This is soooo hard. I'm not sure if I can make 22 days. The weight is not coming off as fast as I'd like. That's the only thing that would keep me motivated to keep on with this.
ebg

ebg

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Blog 21263
 

Banded by the Light.

Well its done and Im home. I came home at 5pm not 11am but that was just delays with my meds really. I had to be awake on the operating table while they prep'ed me which was a bit worrying but it wasnt long before I drifted off. I felt fantastic straight after but once the meds wore off I was just a bit sore.   I have to say I am pleasantly surprised how well I feel. I have a bit of gas pain but nothing unbearable and its a bit sore especially when I bend down but I am not taking any pain relief so its all good. I am not hungry, hope that carries on ha ha.   The two worst things are the feeling of wanting to cough but being scared to and having to sleep on my back because as soon as I drift of I turn over then wake myself up so not much sleep so far.   But on the whole yippee! I cant believe Ive made it to the other side. I have set myself some mini goals but for now I am just concentrating on getting better.
bubbalouieuk

bubbalouieuk

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Blog 79473
 

Not going the way I thought it would...

I called my doctor's office today. I have actually gained weight over the past few months rather than lost! I hve now had 3 fills and will go back in next week for another. The nurse (from the doctor's office) keeps telling me to eat less and exercise more. I do agree that I should take heed to her advice, but why did my insurance company pay them tens of thousands of dollars if I am doing ALL of the work. Again, I do respect and value exercise and healthy eating, but the band should STILL be doing something. I am a little disappointed in this new band. So far Inamed's Lap-Band is winning over REALIZE's band. I guess only time will tell.
Ms. RJ

Ms. RJ

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Blog 88487
 

Damn you Stress!

I was banded 7/7/08, I was 19, and because of my age and always being on the go already I was able to lose a lot of weight within the first couple months. My doctor was so proud of me he didn't give me my first fill till the 6 month, that's when things were slowing down.   It's been a year and a half since my surgery, my highest was 263, my lowest was 181, and then because of my Senior year in college (right now) and being the only member in my family with a job (had two jobs last semester) I was unable to fit in exercise and proper foods. I remember I was eating a can of baked beans last year because I was so poor at school.   I currently weight 195lbs, I did gain weight (and I hate it so much, I feel like a failure!). I'm finally going to see my doc. on Wednesday (he's going to yell at me soo much!)   The only good thing about not being too tight is that my HORRIBLE acid reflux hasn't been around in months! It was so painful I would literally cry myself to sleep (sitting up). I never want to go through that pain EVER again. I'm on protonix for swallowing but I feel like that doesn't work. I work in a pharmacy but the pharmacist doesn't know what would be good for me because of my band.   What do y'all think?  
coley1221

coley1221

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Blog 88371
 

I had my last pre-op surgeon visit today.

I met with Dr. Rehnke today for the last time before my surgery... I had lost 14.6 pounds in the last 12 days on my liquid diet... not a bad start. I am more excited than scared about tomorrow now... My surgery is late afternoon so i can sleep late and relax. I am putting it in God's hands now... where my life belongs.
diznediva

diznediva

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Blog 68842
 

How tight is too tight?

I had my 3rd fill last week. Wow this is tight. I can drink water, tea and protein shakes just fine if I have not eaten. I've been on liquids and soup for 6 days now. An hour or 2 after eating a small amount of soup I'm still feeling stuffed to the extreme, like it is just not going through. Have actually found myself "spitting up" an hour or more after eating soup. It feels like it swells well after eating. So just how tight is too tight and is this really a problem. On a positive note--Great weight loss! Not really complaining but is this normal?
Captainmarkw1

Captainmarkw1

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Blog 1738
 

Entry Day #3

No news is good news. I guess. I did not call the financial guy, was waiting for him to call me. I will call him by 9:30 am tomorrow though. I am wondering about alcohol with the VSG- so far I have not read anything that talks about whether it is a good idea or not. I kind of like to have one drink a couple of times a week- but it isnt anything I HAVE to have. I am needing to buy some new clothes since I have not bought that much in the past three years since my lap band. I kept thinking one day I would wake up and start losing. So many people told me that was exactly how it would be. I even tried my best to jump start it- cardio, eating few carbs, not weighing, weighing, focusing on other things, and alas- nothing. So, I am still thinking not to buy clothes, as my life should change drastically psychologicallly and physically, if I can put the money together. Again.
fatnomore50

fatnomore50

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Try, Try Again
 

Fill Day!

Got 1cc in my 4cc band today. Whee! I go back to the doc in 6 weeks for more. I think I should do fairly well with this though. Believe it or not, I've never had more than 2ccs in this thing, and that was too tight! 1.5 seems to be a good working level, so that's what I hope to get to at the next appt.   For now it's liquids today and part of tomorrow, mushies, and so on.
juno610

juno610

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Blog 68869
 

1st Blog...

Hello Fello Banders, this is my first Blog and I am excited to be here. I was banded Dec. 31, 2009 so I am on day #82, I have lost 36 lbs to date and the difference is amazing already! I am desperatly seeking anyone with port soreness that can chat or answer any questions I have about mine ? Hope to chat with someone soon.
loridunla

loridunla

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Misadventures of a Bona Fide Diva! ME...
 

One Week Out

OK. :sneaky2: It's been a week. I'm not sure if I'm getting in all my fluids. Should I just get one big cup and measure it out because I sip away and it seems that I haven't put a dent in my intake.   Other than that; I woke up ALMOST sleeping on my tummy, so I'm not in so much pain. Just have to hold on to something when I sneeze or cough hard.   Life at home is a doozy! My daughter wanted Subway. I complied. One night my boyfriend bought home fried chicken and fries, I sipped broth (so hard). I realized that it's only hard because I don't want the food, I'm just used to eating WHENEVER I WANT TO. Whatever I craved I just ate, but not now of course. I'm sure this is what everyone has deemed HEAD HUNGER and it is a challenge.:scared0:
Bona Fide Diva

Bona Fide Diva

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Blog 88504
 

Band Complications

I did my lap band surgery Aug of 08. I started of at 298lbs and I am currently at 211. My lowest weight was 201. In the beginning it was great. I was losing weight getting my regular fills and all of a sudden I started having problems. April of 09 I went in for a fill and went on vacation the next day and was severely sick. My band was way too tight and I was unable to eat or drink. I ended up in the ER in which they drained all my fluid. I did a follow up with my Dr. a few weeks later and we started filling the band once again. I did well until my visit in July in which I went in had a fill and the next day left again on vacation this time on the plane. I was very sick the whole trip. I followed all orders about not eating or drinking prior to flying but it didn’t matter. Whatever was still in my stomach still came up. Needless to say the whole trip I barely ate and drank. When I came back two weeks later I had the fluid removed once again. This time we gave me a little break and than started doing fills again very slowly. Well from that time on I have had several Upper GI’s, two endoscopies, nuclear scans, some other test with the tube down my nose, have had my gallbladder removed and been to a specialist. My band is currently empty once again. Every time I seem to hit 3 to 4cc’s I end up getting sick. Not being able to eat or drink most of the time. And this go around with my bad being empty I am still getting sick. Which is weird? At this point I really hate having had this done. And the fact that I am getting no answers is making me more frustrated. I feel like my band has been more empty than full since getting this surgery. Including only being able to eat more soft foods / liquids. I don’t know the last time I had a normal meal. I would not wish this on anyone. All the co-pays, gas, hospital bills, time off of work and time spent going back and forth I ask myself was any of this worth it. Has anyone had similar issues?
tsmith

tsmith

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Blog 50043
 

my 2 best tools are....

my band (obviously) and my Pokewalker!   yes, im talking about Pokemon. HeartGold and SoulSilver (for my Nintendo DS Lite) came with a Pokewalker....which is a pedometer. you can transfer a pokemon from your game into the Pokewalker and then walk around with it. each step you take gets counted and earns you points, levels for your pokemon and enough points unlocks new areas in the Pokewalker.   never before has walking been so fun! it hardly seems like exercise when you able to level your pokemon at the same time! heheh yeah im kind of a geek!
harliquinn

harliquinn

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Blog 1804
 

The Blog is on... hello, uhm, hello can anybody hear me?

Today is THE day to focus on. One week from now I will be at the airport, boarding a plane for San Diego, from there I am picked up and taken to a hotel for the evening (where I doubt I will sleep unless I am given an anti anxiety med). The next morning I will give my $$, my blood and they want pictures! On top of it all, it is in Tijuanna, so I couldn't get a friend to go with me, I asked 2! I received an email from Lana today (the lady that picks me up at the airport) and it dawns on me that I won't have anyone there that I know. How do YOU do it? You know who you are? Did you contemplate going alone? There is something to be said for a good support system. That's what I am here for. I have Medifast dated 2005 on the packet, I know I didn't take it until the end of 2006 at the earliest. I REALLY REALLY want to flush the food out, start the liquids and get going. I have HCG liquid and I might take some of that tonight too. Nerves, I am fine.... Nerves, I am on my way to a better me! Nerves, I am an example... Nerves, time to get over myself and walk bravely into the morrow! :biggrin0:
Jenslim4good

Jenslim4good

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Blog 87703
 

day 6

Well today it's to cold to go outside so I been walking around the house I'm working on my liquids and protein considering it is noon already I not doing to good I have probably 4oz down so far :'( I'm gonna do better today! I have to. I'm down 24 pounds now and wonder if it isn't coming off to fast not that I'm mad about it lol. Just would rather it come off steady enough I can work out so I don't have so much extra skin. I feel today is gonna be a good day although I am getting tired and could use a nap. Walking seems to really tire me I hope everyone was like that. I'm taking my vitamins like I'm suppose to and my meds which on is for heartburn that I only have to take for 3 months and the other is to protect my gall bladder and I only take it 6 months! Anyways gonna go work on my protein intake and get this done today! GO ME!
butterflytats

butterflytats

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LoseIt!'s Blog
 

Thank God it is Fill Day.

If you have been reading my blog, you know that I was banded on 1/27, had a good start but stalled after a month. I had my first fill on 2/19, started working out that week as well and gained weight each of the next two weeks. So, two weeks ago, I started what I was calling an 8 week Jumpstart. Basically it was a committment on my part to focus on nutrition and to spend more time working out.   I have completed two weeks of my little program and after losing 1.6 pounds last week, I haved gained 1.2 pounds this week. Sigh.   Recap of the week:   Monday - Did 40 minutes of cardio at Jazzercise and 50 minutes with my personal trainer. I ate just under 1,500 calories for the day, including 100g protein.   Tuesday - Did 25 minutes on the elliptical. I ate 1,600 calories, including 119g protein.   Wedneday - No work out. I ate 1,500 calories.   Thursday - Did 25 minutes on the elliptical at lunch and 40 minutes of cardio at Jazzercise after work. I did have 1,900 calories this day.   Friday - Did 50 minutes with the personal trainer and ate 1,800 calories.   Saturday - Did 60 minutes of cardio and strength training at Jazzercise. Did not track food this day.   Sunday - No exercise and no food tracking. I went back today and tracked the best I could (because I did think I ate a lot and even adding an extra 400 calories for things I might have forgot, I was still under 2,000 calories!)   I took a metabolism test that said that if I was totally inactive, I would maintain my weight by eating 2,000-2,200 calories a day. I would lose moderately eating 1,800-2,000 per day. I felt that my goal of 1,500-1,800 would be sufficient. Don't get me wrong, I wasn't completely on target with that, but by all accounts, I should have lost SOMETHING!   I'm telling myself that a lot of it is muscle and I have no doubt that some of it is. But it is clear that I'm going to have to eat less which gets me to today.   I feel that I have been doing the best I can foodwise, so I'm hoping today will help. I would like to get to a point where I only need 1,000-1,200 calories a day. Although, it is hard for me to imagine woking out with that little...but that's what the doctor's say, right? I will be sure and ask today   Each week is a new one and a renewed comittment. It took me many years to get this way and it will take a long time to get where I want to be. I do not like being negative, so I won't be. I feel strongly that eventually everything I'm doing will kick in and help me, I just have to be patient.   Hope everyone has a good week!
LoseIt!

LoseIt!

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Blog 61819
 

tomorrow is the day!

Tomorrow is my surgery day! I am ready to just say lets forget the hole thing. I am so scared! I am mostly scared for my family. I laid in my bed with my oldest son last night and just looked and him and started balling! I want to watch him grow up.Then i think there is a better chance that i wont if i don't have surgery. Yesterday my om told me, " you know you still back out". Kinda made things worse. I want to hear "your going to fine". Encouraging words. Why is that so hard. My husband told me a few days ago that he was proud of me! I was happy to know that he being supportive. I know he is just as scared as i am. I think he knew how i was feeling last night and he just kinda stood away from me. How do i not think about this all day. I have so much to day today!:mad:
princesslaurie1

princesslaurie1

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