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I was banded on 01/16 & up until yesterday was doing great with no hunger between meals. Haven't really lost any pounds but my clothes are getting big. Yesterday I wanted to eat EVERYTHING in sight. I didn't but boy was it hard! Today I have been starving. I go back to my dr on 01/27 & I hope to get a fill. I am dreading the next 3 wks if it keeps going like this....I am praying for tons if willpower:)

The Greatest Lessons Will Always Be In The Journey, Not The Destination. (The Things That Happen Along The Way)!!! Happy Friday Love You!! Sharon!!!

I booked my surgery with Dr Alberto Aceves for January 7, 2013. My best friend had him and loved him. I am so excited that Jan seems like an eternity away. Anybody else have dr Aceves? I would love to hear about your experiment. Thanks.

Eve of Day 4.....I feel sooo much better. It's like someone flipped the switch! I'm looking forward to my full liquids.....I soooo love soup! Thank you all for supporting me!

I was banded in August 2010. The day of surgery, I weighed 217lbs. As of today, I weigh 217lbs. I've had no weight loss whatsoever. I've had 3 fills and am now up to 6.5cc of a 10cc band. I haven't found anyone who has had the band and not lost weight, only some who have had minimal weight loss. By now, I thought I'd be 25lbs lighter, at least. I'm very discouraged and depressed and wishing I would have just had gastric bypass. The latest fill I had gives me so much restriction that I can barely eat solid foods. I can only eat soft foods like mashed potatoes or chili, etc. Is this the way it's supposed to be? When I decided to get Lap Band, I thought I'd be able to eat ev…

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My husband had surgery today and he is still in the hospital but seems to be in so much pain. I found this site in search of support for him / Things I can do to make the transition a bit easier on him. I'm a "high metabolism" women with 2 children... I do try to cook healthy but we still enjoy our share of poor food choices. The kids are aware of this new journey we will be making with Dad to make all our lives healthier but I don't know where to start... There's ice cream in the fridge, chips in the pantry... Do I rid the house of all these temptations before he arrives home from the hospital. I'm very happy he made this choice however the thought of family dinners... …

Hi all, I was banded July 27,2012 and have lost close to 50lbs. All is going well but I do notice slight discomfort on my port side. It comes and goes but I realize if I sit for a long time with my body kind of twisted towards the band, it cause discomfort. The port site looks fine and no pain to touch or warm. Is it still healing internally? Oh and I have no issues eating; it all goes down well. Th

I'm so sad and so disappointed. I have done SO well ive lost 128lbs and feel great but noticed I could start eating a lot more then I could before but thought since I'm two years out maybe I need a fill after not having one for 1 1/2 years. When I went in they recommend I get a upper gi to make sure I'm ok. Well I have a bad slip and have to remove the fluid Monday and have to have surgery to fix it. Please someone who has had this hasn't gained much and has been ok after tell me it will be ok

That's a full size dinner plate for size reference. each slice is about 2"x4" It just looked so delicious I had to get an up close shot of it with the toppings And here is a picture of the crust, it looks and tastes just like regular crust, except its truly HEALTHY. Hey guys! So I made pizza from scratch today and I was so excited I just had to share it with you. I used cheese sticks" to pizza, I did add more cheese and I added turkey pepperoni for an extra bit of Protein. You literally cannot tell the difference between this and another thin crust and It's sooooooooo good. And extremely filling. my changes: -- Added cheese to make it 1 full cup of cheese (…

I had my band over a year ago. I lost a lot of weight. Ened up sick and in the hospital. They loosened up the band now I am gaining my weight back badly. They took to much. I need a small fill but don't have insurance anymore and all the drs in my area want way more then what I have. I either need a VERY cheap fill or need to know where to buy the supplies to do this at home. I have an RN that is family that will do it for me. Please help

Do anyone know any doctors in fayetteville area who does fills

Made these Low-fat version Crab Cakes, and I have to say they are pretty good! Ingredients: 1 lb. Crabmeat (I used Louis Kemp) any kind of lump crabmeat will be fine 2 large eggs (beaten) 2 scallions (diced) 1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped fine) 1/4 cup cocktail sauce 1/4 tsp. black pepper 1/2 red pepper (diced fine) 1/2 cup Light Mayo 1 lemon, juiced (lemon juice will work just fine) 1 tsp. Old Bay seasoning 1 tsp. tabasco sauce 3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs (I used whole wheat breadcrumbs instead) 3 tbs. cooking oil (I use canola) **if you don't have all the ingredients you can substitute** Directions: In medium mixing bowl, combine all ingredient…

I have a 4yr old daughter and for Christmas she had got me a "mommy and me" necklace. i love it so much but was heartbroken when I had to tell her that it wouldnt fit around my neck. She was a little dissappointed but I told her I would put in a special place till I could wear it. Well today getting her ready for pre-school she asked me to wear the necklace she got me. i was nervouse about trying it on but IT FIT!!!! She was so excited that i was wearing it to work and it is the first thing since being banded that I have noticed about myself changing. She was so happy and kept telling me to show everyone and to let them know she got it for her mommy! I was banded 12/…

I thought I'd share this. Cheap, simple, easy, and packed with Protein. http://sleevedinthecity.blogspot.com/2013/01/weight-watchers-faux-cheesecake.html?m=1

Im going through some rough stuff right now and noticed since getting another fill yesterday that when i get upset and cry my band feels uncomfortable or tighter. Is that normal?

More good news about the effectiveness of the band. Take note that this study specifically targeted people who followed the band rules, followed up with their doctors, and changed their lifestyles to healthy ones. Also note only 5% had to have their bands removed and weight loss was comparable to Gastric Bypass. Further proof we are responsible for our own success or failure with the band. ________________________________________________________________________________ MONASH U. (AUS) — Gastric banding is safe and effective for managing obesity long-term, according to a study of patients 10 to 15 years after their surgeries. The study, the longest and most co…

I got the surgery done sept 4th, 2012 and I had great results the first three months but now the weight loss has significantly slowed. Anyone have any tips? I'm starting to get a bit discouraged.

wow oh wow... I just drank my first cap full of GNC liquid Vitamins and nearly lost my lunch. (that would be if I had eaten any actual food in ten days). Anyone have any suggestions?

I got my first fill today at 10. The worst part was the waiting. The doctor cleaned the area with alcohol and before I knew it , it was over !!! I did close my eyes because the needle did look big on the table. But it was a small pinch like the flu shot pinch. Some pressure and it was over. Ihhungry now because

You've been through a lot before even getting to this point. There's so much ahead of you, too.What are your fears about your pending lifestyle change?What are your expectations about how this is going to change you - your life - your family and friends? Your job?What are your goals in getting this surgery? Is it to lose a number of pounds, or co-morbidities, or get to a certain size?

Tomorrow TWINBAND is getting banded!!! Let's wish her GOOD LUCK for a successfully surgery and speedy recovery!!

Let's hear your lap band related good news that DOESN'T involve your scale! There's tons of them out there - Did someone give you an unsolicited compliment? Did a previously negative person come around? Did you have your first positive experience in a dressing room, or get that outfit you've been yearning for? Share them all!

Here is where you can brag about anything - lap band related or not! Let's hear all the good things going on in your life!

So today, I had my 2nd fill. Prior to today, I was at 4.5cc which sounds normal. 2.5cc at surgery, 2cc added on first fill five weeks ago. I told the nurse for the last three weeks, I had issues keeping food down occasionally. During the fill, she extracted the saline and found 7cc in my band. She said omg you shouldn't have 7cc at this point. I said the doctor said 4.5 and now you say 7cc, and yep it was, she showed me. I only got .5cc today. Anyone had this happen? I thought 7cc would be close to my sweet spot in a 10 cc band, but it's not even close this past month. She did confirm, that's why I had issues keeping food down, as I was way to tight, but jus…

Anyone around the same time as me? Would love a buddy to go along in the journey with me. I'm 40, 295

My surgeon requires a 4 day hospital stay. idk why, but they seem to do things differently here in Europe. I know that my friend who also has her LB surgery here stayed 4 days. She was glad for the stay (she used it as a break from her 4 kids!) but I think I'm going to go crazy for 4 days (& they don't have WIFI in the hosptial...ugh! When I was in the US, I stayed a week when I had my spleen removed 8 yrs ago, but gosh!

Just found this, some of you might like it. If you bake these, let us all know how good they are. http://onceamonthmom...monkey-cookies/

Any help I'm sick of everything already lol

What is your vision of "success" other than the scale going down? Clothes? Losing diseases/medications? Feeling better?

I remember reading on here about a five day liquid diet or something like that people use when they have really fallen off the wagon. I need to shrink my stomach and start over. Can anyone give me info on this? Thnx.

Hello I love this form and have decided I am going to do a very detail journey review. I am hoping this will help others as it will help me. I will have many youtube videos pics what I eat. My pants size ect. Every detail I can think of. I want to start by my age 30 290lbs 5'9. I start my 2 week liquid diet on the 29th. I am nervous and excited at the same time. I have downloaded My Fitness Pal and order that step counter and scale that sync with it. Awesome going to love that. Next I have my protein shakes ready to go. I am having my surgery done in Mexico Dr. Kuri. Jan 11th 2012 Will update all of that information also. Have already made my apt for my fill Dr afterward…

Mexico or my home state Dr? I have money to do both but dont know what is better. My home Dr is 14500 and Mexico is 4500 just dont know. Any help

I was scheduled for Friday morning but I am attending a post op class tonight, so they will work me in before the class.

Well.... It will be a year next month and I've only lost 20 lbs!!!!!. So frustrated, depressed. Doctors found that my thyroid was sluggish so they started me on medicine 2 months ago. I exercise, eat no more than 1200 calories a day. Has this happen to anyone? Any advice?

The Bible States That Say Strength Comes in Numbers So Lets Do This Weight Loss Together!! Love All Of You!!! Happy Thursday!!! Today is Another Day To Start All Over Again!!

Im having trouble accepting what I got myself into.. I got banded last Thursday Jan 24. Im feeling a little depressed. I don't have much pain but I'm hungry and feel very weak.

When will it stop? Help!

Just curious, they made such a big deal about shrinking the liver down pre op when I got the lap band put it. I assume it would be the same when taking it out.

I have never shopped at Trader Joe's, there is not one in my area. However, I will be near one next week and could go there. I have heard that they have some good food items. Do you shop there and if so, what do you like? Any healthy high Protein suggestions would be great!! Thanks!!

Hi everyone! I am home and back on my feet. I am so sorry I missed these GOOD LUCK threads, but here we are! Please tell us how your surgeries went!! FEB 5 Rockstar_Jen (Jen) meganb0216 (Megan) ATXveg FEB 6 Redesigned_Curves cksweetpea mg25 ireallywannabthin FEB 7 Spaness2012 (Vanessa)

WHAT am I doing wrong? I can't get the powders like unjury to dissolve - warm, cold, blender, by hand....I end up with powdered bubbles that make me gag. Did I miss Protein powder 101??

I can't figure out if I need a fill or am just having "head" cravings cause I'm getting ready to start in a few days!!! I have had a lot of restriction for the past 7-8 weeks but all of a sudden I just feel like I am craving things..which I have not had a prob with this whole time..plus I don't feel like my restriction is has tight!! Is this normal or does the band feel a little looser before you start??? I don't go in for a fill for 3 weeks and just need to mentally prepare my self if I just am in need of a fill!!!

ive been sick since friday i also have alot of things going on in my life i have a son with autism and things in school are not good for him right now so im worried about that and trying to figure out the right steps to take plus there have been some relationship problems that me and the boyfriend have been trying to sort through which just adds to everything and since im sick ive been at home doing nothing and im finding myself falling off track with food and calories the last 2 days. im feeling like i need some help or words of encourgment! im trying to meet this goal to get the skin removal surgery and this is not helping my progress! any advice or words would be great…

I cannot figure out how to keep my food warm.. I had an egg with some cream of wheat yesterday for breakfast, by the time I had only eaten a little bit, the food was cold.. how can you eat as slow as they want you to and keep your food warm? My nutritionist says to take 1 minute between bites.. well, your food is stone cold by the time you have eaten a little bit..I hate to keep re-warming my food everytime I eat.. what has everyone else done.. I start regular foods in a few days and I am not sure how that is going to work ... I had chili yesterday for lunch and it was stone cold in a few minutes.. yuk....

Finally, the pain is passing! My incisions feel better, except port side, but manageable! How are my other Feb bands-ters doing?

Sorry boys, but this is girl talk.... Stats: Age- 32 Banded- 6/22/12 Starting Weight- 244 @ surgery Lowest seen- 193 (Last Friday 2/1/12) Ok, I have been on birth control for a little over 2 years, which is after my 3rd miscarriage. I haven't had a period since surgery, just spotting when I am suppose to and that is been very little. My doctor told me since I have been on this type of pill so long it's normal not to have a period. However, when I get to the white pill part of my pack when I am suppose to have my cycle my weight seems to jump up, like I am retaining Water. Last Friday and Saturday I was in the 193's. By Monday I had jumped up to 198, today…

Happy New Year! Welcome to the monthly challenge. January is here and time to work on New Beginnings! Happy 2013 January Challenge is a fun way to keep track of your monthly weight loss while gaining and giving support to other bandsters Copy and post the template below and fill in the information that you are comfortable sharing on Tuesday January 1st then come back every Tuesday on the 8th, 15th, 22nd, and 29th and post your updated weight. I will keep track of the weights to get a table listing everyone's results on the following weekend. Good luck to everyone and remember this isn't a contest it's a challenge and you are a winner no matter how much you lose. …

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