Byebyeband

Went to the doctor today. Sick as a dog (not due to lapband)...Anyway I got on the scale and realized I am now 162lbs, a total of 90 lbs lost since surgery 2/8/11!

Congrats! I was banded 2/8/11 with a starting weight of 252 and am now 180 with maybe 25 to go... 72 lbs lost! I feel soooo good. Way to go!

After 6 months and 10 days from being banded, I am finally in Onderland. It feels great. I have been slacking on the band for the past few months and eating and drinking A LOT of things in the past few months that I know I shouldn't have. So I finally went in on Tuesday to get a fill. Only prob was I was too tight. I couldn't even get water down. I tried ice chips, broth, popsicles and everything would come right back up. I fought it for 2 days because I was losing, but I was in pure hell. I finally went in for an unfill yesterday and I feel soooo much better. To top it off the scale said 198. I know it was mostly due to dehydration, but I was ecstatic nonetheless I am re-motivated and back on track now and I'm lovin' it!

I'm sorry to hear that and can relate with you to a certain extent. I was banded 2/8/11. While I think I have done ok so far, I KNOW for a fact that I could have lost a lot more weight. I don't exercise at all, so at least you are getting in some type of activity. My prob is I eat whatever I want. Mind you the amount isn't much, but you name it, I eat it. Including sodas, juices, cocktails etc. It all comes down to how bad we really want this. We didn't go through all of this to fail. Why put our minds and bodies through this process for nothing. Don't lose faith. Try changing up your diet, walk an extra 10 mins. Protein, protein, protein! You can do it. Best wishes

You are doing great!!! You were banded a day after me and have lost over 10+ pounds than I have. Pat yourself on the back!!! We are barely 3 months out and that amt of weight within that time is awesome! Don't beat yourself up hun. Trust me, you are doing a great job. Keep up the good work. Im going to walk around my building now LOL.

First I'd like to start off by saying that I'm super happy that my TOM is even here. Since my 3rd fill 2 weeks ago I have begun to lose steadily again and I think it threw it off track a bit. According to my calculations, I was about a week late and starting to get nervous It finally came yesterday and the cravings and cramps are out of this world. I had rocky road ice cream last night. A Orange crush this morning along with baked ruffles I guess I was eating the ruffles too fast along with the soda and it all came up a few minutes ago (serves me right). How do you manage to control these urges and is it me or can I eat more? Most women say they get tighter. So far, I seem to feel the opposite. Any insight is welcome.

First of all, congrats on your weight loss thus far! That is truly an accomplishment. I admire your willpower and self control you show in making those changes. You are right about one thing, alcohol and weight loss just don't go together and I see that more than ever now. Thank you for the inspiration

You're definitely missing something, but unfortunately Im not in that particular profession to help you.

Thanks and I do for the most part make much smarter decisions at the fast food window, but I admit I am there way to often. As far as the drinks, I do try and stick to just straight tequila and a light vodka mix. If it's just a regular date I will only have about 2 or 3 martinis, but if Im going out say to a bar with friends, and we hang out some more after, then that's when it turns into 5. I know I have to do my part and I will. Much appreciated.

VERY helpful tips. Im not looking to stop the way I socialize, just drastically reduce it. Thank you very much for the advice.

Thank you. I should probably look into that. I haven't been to any type of support groups or meetings since my band. I just need to find better ways of spending my time. Thanks for the words of encouragement and I am confident that I will be just fine.

I agree it is excessive, Im not refuting that. What I'm saying is that what might ring out as a red flag to some, isn't the reality in my case. That is also true in my family, must be the genes

You clearly aren't comprehending what I'm saying, nor understand where Im coming from, but thanks for trying to help.

I can definitely relate to what you're saying. When it comes to the fast food, that's usually exactly what I do I'm just doing it way too often. Congrats on your 25 and I love the way you put that into perspective. Thank you so much

Thanks for the tip, however, as I mentioned in my initial post, I am not swapping addictions. I am simply carrying on with my life as I was pre band and I know this is not acceptable for what I'm trying to achieve. Thank you for your words.

Thank you and you are so right. I need a hobby! LOL When I do go out, I do try and stick to either straight tequila or a light vodka mix, but you hit it right on the nose with the making smart food decisions after you have been drinking. Bottom line, I need to have self control and find more productive things to do with my time. I dont really have any friends, so I will give it a go alone. I havent been to the gym, just been sort of walking occassionally, which I know needs to change. Thank you so much for your feedback. It truly helped

Thanks and you are right. Truth is I have been going through a lot of things in my personal life (breakup, loss of friend, financial issues, the list goes on). I live alone and sometimes just sitting at home can kind of eat at you (no pun intended) so I choose to go out and get my mind off it. I realize now that it's doing more harm than good and am actively working on coming up with a plan to limit those bar hopping nights dramatically.

So I was banded almost 2 months ago on 2/8/11. To date I have lost about 20 pounds since then. Most of you might think that's pretty good and so do I. The problem is I know I could have done MUCH better. Im disappointed in myself and my lack of commitment I'm feeling towards my new lifestyle. Im pretty much carrying on like I was before. I eat things I know I shouldn't FAR too often. I go out an average of 3-4 nights a week to a bar or lounge which equals ALCOHOL!!! Im not a light drinker either. Some people say the band has certain effects on their tolerance, but that is just not the case for me. Im talking an easy 5 or more drinks a night. NO I'm not an alcoholic and Im not turning to that rather than food. These are all things I did pre band and I am disgusted with myself when I think about it. Im 24, single in L.A. so I enjoy going out with friends, but I know I need to decide which is more important right now. Im still going to fast food restaurants, especially on the way home after the bar. Dating sucks too, because it usually involves going out to dinner or drinks at some point. I just don't know what is wrong with me. I guess this is the first step. I'm recognizing it and admitting to thousands of strangers; leaving myself vulnerable to harsh criticizing. I just need some support, as I have none really. I will work on myself starting this moment. Thanks for listening/reading.

Thank you all for the warm wished. It's only 4:10pm here in sunny L.A. but as soon as the clock strikes 5, I'm off of work and it's party time!

First I'd like to start off by saying HAPPY BIRTHDAY to me!!!!! My life has made such a drastic change for the better. Im not all the way in the clear, but Im getting better and better everyday. I made the decision to take control of my life and since my surgery last month, I couldn't be happier with my decision. My diet might not be the best this weekend, but you only turn 24 once! I will get back on track asap. Like my doc told me during my 1st fill, "This is not a race, it's a marathon.". I hope everyone enjoys their day. Happy St. Patty's day!

My first fill was last week 3/8/11 and I go back for my 2nd fill next week 3/22/11; exactly 2 weeks apart.

I had my 1st fill 3/08/11 and I don't fill much of a difference yet. The process itself wasn't as bad as I expected. The worst part was the numbing shot, but it is over quickly. I go in for my 2nd fill next week 3/22/11 and I hope to feel a difference after that

OMG. I feel the exact same way. My first fill was this past Tuesday 3/08/11 and I definitely feel as though I am eating wayyyyy more than before. Im not eating more because I want to, Im eating more because I am even hungrier. I also ate right before my fill and am wondering if that affected it in anyway since my wonderful dr's office never gave me any instructions about it beforehand. I'm also having a problem stopping when I feel satisfied vs. being full; especially if the food is yummy. I know that part is in my head, but the physical hunger is out of this world. I can't wait until my next fill.

Thanks hun! I see him again in about 2 1/2 weeks for my first adjustment; at least I think the appt is with himw LOL. As for the ex, you are soooo right

Mines is in the exact same place. Im almost 2 weeks post op.