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Blog 84844
 

Almost There

Hi All, I am on my 6th day of liquid diet (woo hoo!!!), it's been a hard, but not as bad as I thought it was going to be. I felt a little weak after the 4th day so I had a small bowl of turnip greens. I felt much better afyerwards. My surgery is set for February 4th, I'm a little anxious, but still very excited about the future.
fabulous@fifty

fabulous@fifty

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Blog 81481
 

Day 2 Pre-op Diet

Okay the count down begins. I saw a couple other gals on here that used this as a way to stay on tract during this process. Soooo.. Since yesterday was a disaster i am hoping this will help today be better.. Day 1. Breakfast Had a smoothie Lunch Green Chili Chicken soup Snacked on cashews Dinner- two sushi rolls. philly roll and shrimp roll with a little sake. :bored:   Day 2. Breakfast - Drinking tea now, Spearmint then off to smoothie land.. I found a protein shake that is awesome... But im trying not to get burned out on it so im mixing in other flavors but the Spiriutine (sp) Double fudge chunk with skim milk, 1 tsp almond butter and frozen cherries.. yummy! Lunch- Soup Dinner Smoothie and jello.. Thats my plan anywayz.. Sure hope i stick to it but 4:00 - 6:00 always gets me. Today is a long one.. lots to do...
Jadeite

Jadeite

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EllinidaGreek's Journal
 

Day 1-preop diet i'm pumped!!

SO TODAY IS DAY ONE. THIS PROTEIN SHAKE IS GOOD I GOT VANILLA~TASTES LIKE BANNANA GOT A QUART OF WATER NEXT TO ME I KINDA WEENED MYSELF OFF SODAS THESE LAST FEW DAYS..   ITS ODD..THE SMELL OF PREMADE FOOD REALLY HAS BEEN MAKING ME SICK..ALMOST LIKE IT WAS WHEN I WAS PREGNANAT (NO IM NOT PREG LOL) BUT I JUST CAN'T STAND THE SMELL..IT MAKES ME QUEEZY...   I THOUGHT MAYBE SINCE MY LUNCH IS 1/2 HOUR I CAN WALK OUTSIDE, ITS NOT SO BAD..20'S 30'S..BETTER THAN BELOW ZERO WEATHER...THAT WAY IT KEEPS ME NOT AT MY DESK AND NOT THINKING OF FOOD..   I THINK CHEWING ON SUGAR FREE GUM TOO IS OK..SO I HAVE PACKED MY DRAWERS FULL OF CRYSAL LIGHT BOXES AND IM STRAIGHT :bored:..   OH ANOTHER THING..IVE LOST 9 LBS FROM WHEN I HAD MY CONSULTATION AT DR'S OFFICE TO NOW..I WONDER HOW THAT HAPPEND...   I BROUGHT MY WORK OUT CLOTHES W/ ME AND I'LL GO TO THE GYM WHEN I'M OFF WORK TO WORK THE TREADMILL..   I THINK IM HEADED IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION...
KatrinaD

KatrinaD

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How I lost 100lbs
 

A change is gonna come...

I'm sitting here blogging when I should be packing and moving. PROCRASTINATION - LOL - Anyways I'm going through clothes seeing what fits and doesn't fit so I don't take it all with me.   As I'm going through things and realizing the bulk of my clothes are either too big or too small I started to think about all of the changes that have happened to me and my body is the last couple of months (including pre-op) and it's just AMAZING. Everything in my life has gotten better. I have a pretty great life anyways, but I feel better, I look better, my business has gotten better, my home has gotten better, finances, etc... just everything seems to be falling into place. Moreover, it's only going to continue to get better; and those are the changes I'm SO excited for.   I found a pic of me and my mom from my wedding day 8 yrs ago size 26 bride in a size 30 wedding dress because you know they run small and I remember at the time feeling pretty but uncomfortable. Not at all what I imagined I would feel like as a bride. I feel better on a daily basis than I felt on that day all done up.   But now, as I enter into my relationship with my special friend, I can't help but smile when I realize I will NOT have "fat" wedding pictures.   In just over a month I went from "cute pics" but having to use the infamous fat girl angles to get them to being able to take a pic straight on and from almost any angle.   And it's paid off, some offers have come my way from some people I've dealt with in my past and some new people as well. They can tell from a pic if you're using an angle to create a look. But they've noticed the difference in just the few new pics I've taken and now.. I'm sitting here wondering... Is it crazy that at 33 I'm considering going back into plus size modeling? I stopped when I was 21 and started packing on weight, especially in my face. But as it comes off...I'm thinking hmmm I could totally do this. I know I don't "look" 33 to most people but now I have to sit back and figure out if this is really what I want to do.   I already run my own business, a church (churches) and act as a personal assistant to two people. Not sure when I would make time for it.   But it's a dream deferred so to do it, or not to do it? Not many women my age get this opportunity or these types of offers.. I should take it. I still have weight to lose before I go full force into it because unlike in my day if you were a plus size model you were actually plus sized.. now you're a size 10-12 and they photoshop you fatter lol..     The differences just amaze me though, in such little time... just amazing.. God Results!   Before with a camera angle..   Last week... straight on.. no camera angle.
Yvette1026

Yvette1026

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Blog 75574
 

Despite being depressed about Plateau-The Scales Went Down!

:mad3:2 lbs down this morning! I just thought I had hit the end of my weight loss at six months. I was so depressed, I even ate two small brownies after a church dinner the other night! Maybe I was so worried, I was cutting back and not consuming enough calories, whatever it is I am thankful! Also ready to get in the swing of things, with more exercise and good eating. Looking forward to spring, the next 6 months of my journey and a tummy tuck this July! Hope all has a great day of being a loser with the LapBand AP!:bored:
janetsjourneytoslim

janetsjourneytoslim

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Blog 80431
 

Frustrated!

I had surgery exactly 2mos today! i'm down about 15lbs. I've only had 1 fill that was done in the beginning of Jan. I really dont feel any different and i am able to still eat whatever i want. i feel like i havent had surgery :bored:. i have been really watching what i eat and exercising about 5x a week. i still like i'm struggling with food because i'm always hungry. i contribute my 15lbs loss to all the exercising and dieting i'm doing. I am very afraid that i will get frustrated and just quit. i go in for a second fill on Feb. 9th i'll speak to my surgeon then to see if he can fill me up so that i can feel full sooner. I am wondering if anyone else has experienced this.
diana7496

diana7496

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Blog 80886
 

You know, its only been a month since surgery~

My husband helped me realize that I had the band put in like a little over a month ago. I feel like it has been so long and I should be losing more, but thats crazy! I'm too obsessed with my weight right now. I need to stop worrying and just let it happen.   People obsessed about their weight are annoying and boring. I don't know how I got to this point, I wasn't like this before surgery. I think it's just that I have nothing better to do right now.
HiMow

HiMow

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Blog 84335
 

Anyone know of Dr De Bruyne Chris

Hi think this must be a common worry amongst the partners. I know my other half is having the same worries although not been vocal about them yet. Think re-assuring them should help - your not with them because your overweight and can't get anyone else - your with them because they are the love of your life  
Scooby Doo

Scooby Doo

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Blog 81314
 

coworkers ordered takeout!

aaahhhh....so i usually work a very busy orthopedic floor and tonight i was pulled to a medsurg floor well the girls up here ordered take out. aaah the smell was to die for then my gallbladder said oh no u dont! thank goodness! lol so before i came into work i went and had my preop lab work done and i am sporting my nifty red blood band bracelet. i must admit that day 2 liquid diet hasnt been so bad. besides all the trips to the bathroom! made it hard to sleep to prepare for night shift but, seem to be coping just fine. so i cheated...i work at the hospital i am having my surgery at and they are suppose to call with my surgery time the day before....well i looked the wednesday schedule up and woo hoo i am scheduled for my lap band/gall bladder removal at 3pm having both done secures me a night in the hospital but..i will be on my floor with my coworkers and as long as they dont have to put in a catheter i am good lol! my husband just had back surgery 10 days ago and wont be able to come to the hospital for reassurance but i am havin a friend come to keep everyone updated my husband is kinda disappointed but very understanding and anxious for me to come home thur am. well the ladies room is calling again. hope all is well for everyone talk soon!
w99e04

w99e04

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Blog 70706
 

Does this webcam make me look fat?

Seriously, is there a good angle to be had from these things? The lighting is like a gas station bathroom.   I know I posted this before, but is anyone vlogging? I'd like to see videos if you've posted them. I hope this site will have that capability.   To all of you who list albums of your journey: thank you. I have often found inspiration just looking at your transformation.
Wordsmyth

Wordsmyth

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Blog 81834
 

Blue Jeans from Hell!

I am so excited! I fit into the Blue Jeans from Hell comfortably today! I use to have to literally jump in these jeans just to get them buttoned. No Jumping Today! What a milestone!!!! I am so excited.   I cannot wait to get my first fill so I do not feel hungry anymore. I have broken my carb addiction, so that is a huge success!   I have a pair of capris that I am hoping to fit in by March. Keep your fingers crossed!!!! Woo Hoo!:bored:
lisaluvsgreys

lisaluvsgreys

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Brenda Bandster
 

Late entry January 28th-January 31st

Ok so since I last posted on thursday morning a lot has happened. I got a call back from the Doctor's nurse about me being in pain and all and she said I need to go directly to the emergency room if I am having that type of pain. My worst fear was that they were going to have to remove the band. Well I got there and they did xrays and blood work and everything came back fine. I don't see why though cause every time they laid me down I burst out in tears because I was gasping for air. So it was time for my pain pump to be removed. The one that was supposed to be lower the pain around my stomach area. Well I thought that it was the problem all along and turns out I was right. The moment he removed it I took a deep breathe and was soooo relieved. I don't see why though it hurt so much. So i went home and did normal things as opposed to before. That night I slept on my back which I couldn't do before and it felt good. So friday I cleaned my room and walked the treadmill about 45 mintues on and off. Saturday I didn't do much and my pain was eased to a minimum where I haven't needed to take my pain medicine. Sunday night I had to go to work and work 7p-7a as a unit secretary. I made it through the night but I was in pain because of my bra was sitting on my incision. Also every time I walked it was like my port was jiggling I think it was because of the fat. So today has been good I picked up a couple things for my apartment and have been out a lot and in minimum pain. The one thing or two things I hate right now is yawning and sneezing they make you hurt so bad to where you kinda hesitate before doing it. Most of my coughing pains are away just a few happen on very deep inhalations. I will post a separate post on Protein bars and drinks I just tried that are good.
brenpren07

brenpren07

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Blog 80125
 

week 8...

Week 8 and I am down 37lbs. I am so happy and still in shock. Its weird too becasue its only been 8 weeks, yet it feels like I have had it forever. I had a real bad week, though, I need to step it up and get back on track this week (ie no more grazing and late night snacks). We just got a new place so I have had a lot of people over visiting (everyday) and have not been cooking. It was so nice to cook a good healthy meal tonight! Here's to getting back on track (wow its only been 8 weeks I really shouldn't have to be saying that). LOL
Theresa'sMom415

Theresa'sMom415

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Blog 70706
 

Finally! 20 lbs lost

2/1 - Whew. I was initially so excited, then it seemed I had to crawl to the last pound. Bodies are weird sometimes.   I've started exercising now, and it feels great, but I haven't had my first fill and so hunger is an issue.   Tonight I may have had my first backtalk from my band, whom I've yet to name. I was on the phone with someone after work and absolutely starving (I need to plan better), so while he was chatting I ate a hb egg (okay, two) too fast, and I felt like it was stuck in my chest. That is a really panic-inducing sensation. Fortunately I didn't have to speak, but I drank some water to try to force it down (although I've read I shouldn't) because that was my instinct.   That'll teach me to come home starving. It did go down, but it's not something I want to experience again. Now that I'm in the pureed stage I've got new territory to explore and it's a bit scary to tell the truth. It's hard to know what I should be eating.   I guess the lesson is, even if you think you're starving, you're not...so slowwww down! Phew. This was one of my first times feeling like I had the band.   Come on, fill!   Anyone name their band? I like the idea. Wanda Sykes named her stomach "Esther" so I am wondering whether I should go with a more traditional name. Decisions, decisions.   Helga? Stella? Genevive? Madge?
Wordsmyth

Wordsmyth

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Blog 82362
 

Lost Opportunities (4 Weeks Post Op!!)

I CANNOT believe that it has been FOUR weeks since I have had surgery. The time has gone extremely quickly. I have been pretty busy so I'm guessing thats why it feels like such a short amount of time has passed.   Everything has been working out well with my band so far. The past week or so I have been noticing that I can eat things, a little bit too much of things. My first fill is scheduled for two days from now Wednesday February 3. I am a little bit nervous. Hopefully its not way too tight, but I do know its not going to be perfect for a while.   I'm going on a Service trip to Laredo, Texas and Nuevo Laredo, Mexico at the end of this month. I am VERY excited about this trip but also of course have a few concerns about eating of course. I'll have to speak with my trip advisor pretty soon since we are leaving soon. Which brings up another point Air Travel.   UGH I just hate that I have to worry about everything that a normal person does and on top of that I have to worry about being overweight in every single situation. I have to worry if I am going to fit into the plane seat which I know that I will not be comfortable at all. Then I have to worry about people looking at me disgusted on said plane because of my size and glad they are not sitting next to me.   Every experience that I come across, every opportunity that I am offered I have ever been offered I have always had to stop and think, "How will my weight be a factor in this experience? Will I be judged or will I be physically unable to do this?"   THIS is the reason that I decided that I needed to get banded. Of course there was all of the health reasons but when it came down to it I am sick of missing out on LIFE. Just sick of letting opportunities pass me by simply because of my weight. I just was not being fair to myself by continuing to live my life as a morbidly obese person.   I see now that I made the right choice in deciding to get banded. I did this completely for myself hope to have great success as I continue on this journey!
Mary Ash

Mary Ash

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Blog 79244
 

It's always Good to Know!

I was talking with my doctor about some of the problems I was experiencing with my acid reflux condition. He wanted to do an EDG to see if I actually had a high hernia. My test was friday morning at 6am and it was a lot worst than he actually thought. My condtions had gotten to the point that every single thing would cause an acid reflux reactioin. Sometimes drinking water could cause intense burning in my throat. My God sometimes I thought it was a condtion only in my head. Surely, I thought simple things I would eat could not cause that much discomfort but it did. My doctor is really cool and he stayed after my procedure to read the results that friday morning so I wouldn't have to wait over into next week to know the results. My doctor stated my hernia was not the worst he's ever seen, but it was worse than most. I really feel better knowing that I truly have a condtion that can be fixed at the time am banded. :bored:   My primary doctor was very supportive that I was working toward getting the band implanted. He was willing to assist me in any way needed to ensure my insurance would approve me being banded. He stated it was only a game the insurance company required, and we would both just have to stay on top of the insurance requirements so I would not be denied. However, my doctor did not advocate me taking any diet pills. He felt that would be unnecessary for me to take them, but he wanted me to continue to watch what I was eating and to work out as much as possible.   My last requirement per my insurance company is the psy visit on 2-10-10. My paper work will be submitted once all the documentation has been completed from my other appointments. I pray by some miracle from God the insurance company would go ahead and approved me without the six month monitored diet by my doctor. That would be really cool if they approved it right off w/out the diet. I really trying to lose some weight becasue my liver has to shrink down in order to be banded per my doctor. I feel really excited:biggrin:
shonette

shonette

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Has anyone been band by dr. Bell or dr duffy yale newhaven hospital
 

Lost 12pounds in two weeks.

:mad3::bored:Today is feburary 1st. i went to my primary doctor for my checkup an i lost 12lbs since january11th, which was my fill.an this one took me for a (loop)i think i was too tight. i was drain of energy, i dry heaved for a day,but i did manage to keep liquids down,an ice chips.i almost call my doctor for an unfill.but now i am doing better.maybe i am at my sweet spot.i can only eat 1/2 cup. its a different feeling when full sometime i think i overeat so now i have to measure my food.i was in bed for a week.it just took the get up an go get em out of me.so thats makes a118lbs lost i wanna hit onederland soon.hope everyone doing good on your journey.
sil

sil

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Blog 61341
 

The Waiting is the Hardest Part?

In the immortal words of Tom Petty, “the Waaaaaiiiting is the hardest part.” I know that I am only 5 days post-op. I don’t want to wait for day 365. I know I will do the work and follow the right diet. I just want that year to be over so we get to those highly desired AFTER photos. I had really thought that going back to work would distract me and help me let time slide by, but alas that is not the case. I am neurotically thinking about the band and getting to the gym. Today was my first day back at work and the first thing I found out…my port is at just the right high to hit my desk. I found a new chair just one extra inch higher and that was enough…you have no idea how hard it is for me not make off-color jokes here…no men never really grow up. OK back on topic. I am fortunate that I can keep a small refrigerator in my office and it is stocked with new protein drinks…I went back to MuscleMilk, Optifast SUCKS! I have plenty of Jell-O cups and some Isopure drinks. Since I am posting this blog during my thrilling staff meeting today, I guess that confirms my distraction level. I can now confirm that the process is not that bad, but the waiting is truly the hardest part.  
Cingulus

Cingulus

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Blog 71841
 

5 months later..

And I finally update this again!   Well its now February 2010 and I have gone through my 6 month diet, all pre-op testings, and got the approval from my insurance last week. I am scheduled for surgery on the 22nd. I am soooo excited.   Its so funny to look back on the past 6 months, it went so fast but at the same rate went really slow. I can say these next few weeks are going to feel like they are going to take forever too.   I'm just ready. I am sooo ready.:bored:
Heather_8.1.14

Heather_8.1.14

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Blog 80886
 

JUST SO YOU KNOW.. I will STOP reading your post if...

You use the phrase "that being said."   it infuriates me, it is SOOO annoying!!!!!   I will read a post up until that line, after that I figure this person has nothing original or worth while to say.   HAHA sorry i might just be cranky cause I'm sick, but I also can't stand when people say "DH"   I will never say that. It is so ewwwwww!!!   I'm sure there are more, but those two just KILL me!!!:bored:
HiMow

HiMow

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Colleen's Journey
 

Just joined the gym

Second day since joining this site. Joined the local 24 hour fitness gym with my neighbor, since it's close to my house and cheap. Have to start getting into the exercise groove pre surgery, since it also helps with my tension levels and might as well start good habits now, as I'll have to do so after surgery. Next Tuesday is my info meeting and dietician intake, then 5% off, get my preops done and see the doc to schedule. Gotta start somewhere right? Hope u all have a great day
guitarmama54

guitarmama54

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Blog 76159
 

Getting excited!!

Welp, I am 2 days away from my surgery and I am getting excited and nervous as everyone does. I will be staying overnight so I have been trying to prepare things around the house. I am excited that this may start the change of my life. I am nervouse becuase for the past three weeks I have had a low fever that comes and goes. I don't get it. When I went to my regular doc to get it checked out it was not there so I was still cleared for my surgery. When I went for my pre-op visit, I had a slight fever of 99.2:confused:. I am nervous that I will get there the morning of surgery and the say, "Sorry, you have a fever, we need to reschedule!" That, honestly is the only thing I am nervous about. I have been on my pre-op diet now for 2 weeks and I would have to go through all of this again. I mean, I REALLY have not lost as much weight as I would have thought on this. Only 7lbs in this 2 weeks! :bored:
outside*looking*in

outside*looking*in

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Blog 47615
 

1 year ago

On Jan. 29th, 2010 I had LAP-BAND® surgery. For yearrrrrrrrrrrssss I hated the idea of weight loss surgery! I saw it as the easy way out and something I just could not do. I lost over 40 pounds in 2006 and slowly regained all of it and the scale just kept going up. I gave myself until the Fall of 2008 to re-lose the same 40 pounds and if I did not I told myself I would get surgery. Surgery to me meant I had failed. Something I just don't do...but I looked at it in terms of raw data and taking my ego out of it. At the point I went to my pre-op appointment I was 299.5 pounds. I am 5'1'' I was floored! At that point I was on auto pilot and my paperwork went through pretty fast and I had the surgery maybe 2 or 3 months later. I actually pushed it back because I wanted to see Barack Obama sworn in least I died during surgery (lol) drama queen that I am. A/w it was a painless event aside from the port healing and I had some hard times early on trying to lose. Even though we all say I know its not a magic bullet deep down I think we all feel like suregry is a magic bullet. I live my life on a diet and do a lot of exercise. Its what I must do. I know some people can just eat less and lose weight but my body has never been like that. I am feeling great though and looking great I am down 75 pounds in 1 year and my goal was 100 but I am ok with 75 for now.   I am an open book (aside from my identiy lol) for feel free to email or post questions!   I opted to tell a select few people maybe about 8 people everyone else just knows I work out like a mad woman and in the end that is what is making the biggest difference. I am grateful for the LAP-BAND® but if i had more info I would have done the sleeve but time will tell. I like the long term accountability. Anyway I'll try and visit more often!
LastOptionAtty

LastOptionAtty

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