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Bump! Hows it going so far with weightloss? Did things speed up? I had my mirena inserted when I was 1 year post op. In less then 6 months I have gained 10-12 lbs Have done pretty much everything to lose it. Plus I've been a little emotional roller coaster. Oh yeah, my face and hair is always oily. I've had the clearest skin my entire life and now I have acne. I have an appointment to have it removed this Saturday so I have my fingers crossed I loose those 12 lbs.

That sounds like perfection to me! I'm 9 months out and feel like I eat waaaay more. I fell off a couple times here and there. But for the most part I'm feeling in control. On a good day i eat Premier Protein shake with half of a banana and a scoop of PB2 lunch is usually a protein (kofta, Shish or chicken kebab) with a small salad. Snack on a Quest bar or cheese dinner is the same ( I work at my parents middle eastern restaurant) Snack a light and fit Greek yogurt or other high protein snack. Being a server I'm pretty active if we are busy. But I'm really trying to buckle down and get to goal. 15 more lbs. some days I hit the gym before work and do cardio. I will start toning really soon. HW 274 SW 244 CW 170 GW 155 Surgery date 2/22/13 Everyday will always be a struggle for me. But I'm only human and I make mistakes. But if I'm accountable I can always pick up the pieces. Logging my food is my go to always.

Hello! Not too sure if this has been asked yet. My insurance covers 80% of the surgery. My max out of pocket it $3,500.00 My question is, if the 20% is higher that $3,500, do I have to pay all? Next question is, has anyone financed that 20%? How was it? Thanks so much for all your input.

I hope you figure it out, because I wanna seeeee!

I have played both. The Kinect is so awesome that we returned our wii. The kinect makes sure that your doing your moves properly. I play the biggest loser and it really kicks my booty. It also has so many other features. I also play dance central. Thats really lots of fun.

So Lucky! Good for you. Keep us all posted.

Im not sure AmyRose. I will ask that next time I call them. Thanks you guys!

Don't know how much I can help. I haven't been banded yet, and want to be SO badly. Maybe you can try to think back to before you were banded. All he struggles you faced , and all you issues. Don't forget why you got banded. You can do it it. Everyone here is living proof that it can be done. Hang in there.

Those of you with the lap band and young kids, how do you manage it all. I have a 7 month old and an almost 5 year old. I feel that when I have my surgery, and I need to paln meals, it will be hard. Plus fit in and exercise routine? Any tip or tricks out there to help manage your time? Thanks

Glad your doing well and staying positive! Best of luck to you. Keepus posted whe u get your new port.

About two weeks ago my ins. (health net) gave me a list of contracted surgeons. So I research the closest one to my house and narrowed it down to one. dr. Krahn I went to his seminar and gave them all of my information. I was very pleased with his rates of success and was feeling blessed that I got to choose a good dr like him. Yesterday, his office called me and said he is NOT contracted with my medical group. I'm ***. I called health net and he is contracted with heath net, just no with my group. Ok? So how do I figure out who will be my surgeon? Health net lady said you might get him because we have a couple o centers of excellence. I researched my med groups contracted surgeons and there is 2. If I have to pick one of them I'm not even doing it. They both seem inexperienced. One was in KY and just up and left and came here. He is still listed as a dr in KY. The other dr name doesn't come up when I search him. I called my med group and no one answered (3 pm). Weird. I'm calling health net again tomorrow in the morning. I need some answers. Does anyone know what the process is? Thanks.

Very insightful! Thanks for your reply. Kinda hitting a road block today. Putting up a new post next.

http://www.unjury.com/store/protein/unjury-protein/protein-containers/unflavored-protein-container.html I read a lot of people using thie brand. They have a chicken flavor too! Wonder if adding that to Soups and thing would be any good. Mmmmmmm

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Hey Everybody, Just being curious and a little nosy. What will you buy or have already bought, when you hit your goal weight? I have always wanted some. Never was confident enough. (poor hubby). Thought it would be fun to see what you guys put.

hahahah! Love it!!! Watch out now.

I called them and they said the same. Thats real good for me. I might not even reach that high.

You guys are ALL awesome!!! Thanks so much for the replies. Now it seems possible. I like the smart ones also. My daughter starts Kinder in Aug, so I could take my little one to the gym with me or do what I can at home when he naps. I was freaking out a little thinking that I had to prep EVERY meal. shakes and smart ones will do just fine. I cant wait to start!!

Congrats and good luck. Keep us posted

I was wondering what you guys think about less cardio and more focus on muscle. I am so afraid of access skin, that I want to just focus on muscle with yoga and resistance bands. My husband says, I will already loose weight with the band so no need for intense cardio. Just a thought. Thanks everyone.

Love this! Thanks for sharing.

Congrats and best of luck to you. Please keep us posted. I am happy and nervous for you. I'm sure you will be fine.