Jaicey

I saw my Dr yesterday. He assured me I have not failed, but "refining" my ability to use the lapband. I lost 1# in 6 weeks! He added .5cc and now it seems I can't eat anything! (Well, maybe I will loose some weight!) My oatmeal got stuck today! So I struggled and chewed. Most things got stuck. I probably got 1/2 cup of food down. Hard day! Going on vacation next week. Maybe I will loose some weight! Let's hang in there and REFINE our skills!

I'm glad I spotted this topic! I have lost 15# after the fill and feel like a failure. I don't have any reasons except, I have not changed my lifestyle. I was hoping this would MAKE it so I couldn't overeat. I need some help here. Surgery was 3 months ago. The Dr thinks my band is at the right place and so do I as I still struggle w/ food getting stuck. I need to learn how to eat right. After the liquids for so long I went crazy tasting all the good food. Somehow the sweet carbs don't get stuck! I am hoping the Dr will refer me to a dietician or someone to help me. I so hoped I would be off this shaming rollercoaster with the surgery.

My EKG was Abnormal but I passed the stress test and had the surgery. The nurse said she always has abnormal EKG and it's nothing to worry about.

what a strong woman you are! You will have a good life. You know how far the decision to take care of ourselves goes. Like you, I took a "pre-emptive strike' against all the ailments that go along with obesity. Thank God we have this chance!

I was banded 12/6. Doing great!

Had my surgery 12/7 and the night after I prayed all night I could keep up my end by eating right. I really want to loose weight. I also told everyone and they have been so supportive I want to be a success for them too. But I know I have a problem with food as my reason to live and now I need to think of other things to live for. One is God. I need to be the person I was created to be. Other things I like are card games, music and I hope soon to pick up dance lessons. All I used to do is go out and eat. My friends suggested we meet at a bookstore or Starbucks instead of cafe's. So the surgery is over and the work is now begun! Let's keep on keeping on!

i did on 12/6. I'm afraid to look at the scale. But my mood is great!

I was banded monday 12/7. On full liquids today. I know what you mean by all the sweet stuff! My friend got a soup from a mex cafe and strained it for me and she ate the other stuff. It was so good!!! Yeah, her stuff looked good, but I really want to loose weight. I have found peppermint tea in the am great for the stomach upset. It is just saying, "hey what's going on? I was way bigger a couple days ago!" I am glad I told people as they are calling and coming over to see how I am doing. It makes me feel SO good!

I'm under the knife tomorrow also! Yeah to new beginnings! Let's keep in contact.

Sorry, just figuring this thing out. I have been itching since I started the Protein drinks. I was wondering if anyone else has has the same reaction. I will have my surgery tomorrow and will ask them also.

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hey KC! I'm scheduled for Dec 6 also!! I'm out of town next week so I'm already getting people set up to "sit" with me the first 3 days. Still excited, scared hasn't had a chance yet. Probably when I get wheeled into the operating room!

I just have blue cross/blue sheild. Not sure which one. But I have had good luck with them. First consult 10/6 and now approved for surgery 12/6. I hope yours goes smooth too!

So sorry! So hard to wait!

I wanted to do my surgery over the holidays. That is when I get to rest. But my family is grown and holidays are now "not so fussy!" Look at the weight you will not gain only to have to loose later! Your choice.. I'm getting mine 12/6.

I have read this for several months and joined today! I am scheduled for my LBS 12/6/10. My first appointment was 10/6. Fast enough? and to top it off INSURANCE IS PAYING!!! I have a BMI of 35 but health problems. Also I see this as a God thing! I would not have known about the health problems if I didn't go on a mission trip. I have really liked finding answers to my questions on this site. Looking forward to meeting you all! Sugar Land, Texas:wink: