Kim Lap Band Talk

So in 2009 I had surgery and now I just signed up for the Army Ten Miler to benefit the Fisher House. I've always wanted to do this but wouldn't have been able to without the surgery. I'm down 100+ lbs from my highest weight and pretty close to my next weight loss goal (yes I've had a few goals). The Fisher House provides lodging for families of wounded soldiers. If you can donate shoot me a message and I'll send you my donation link.

Here's my own definition, it's not the technical one. It is a laser technology that shrinks fat and tightens up your trouble spots. It's only good for people with trouble areas, not to get rid of a lot of fat. My doctor said I am in good shape to lose about an inch in the abdomen with it. BUT I've read horrible reviews.

One of my doctors (not my lap band doc) saw my stomach and recommended velashape to tighten my skin. Has anyone tried this?

Hope you can join and make some of our events! We are talking about an Ocean City or Rehobeth Beach trip so we will be heading out your way too. Also in the works are Atlantic City/Jersey Shore and of course the Outer Banks trip

Yeah mine was a work toilet. So public but at least I know it is cleaned a few times per day. Blah. Did you do any super face scrubs or anything special?

So add alcohol wipes to the list of things I cleaned my face with after

I was just stuck and had to spit up a little bit of fresh parsley. A bunch of spit came up with it and the toilet water splashed my face. I want to die! I just washed my face with handsoap then put purel all over it. Has this happened to anyone? Do I need to purel again?

We started an activity group for people of all shapes and sizes in the DC, MD, VA area. I would like to have other bariatric surgery patients as members http://www.meetup.co...l-shapes-sizes/ Upcoming activities include a clothing swap, free yoga class, international pillow fight day, evening of jazz, brunch, krav maga intro lesson, dinner, a trip to the beaches of North Carolina for hang gliding etc. Welcome to the Washington DC, MD, and VA Kick A.S.S. Group where we welcome and host activities for men and women of All Shapes, Sizes (A.S.S.)! If you are averaged size or you’ve ever felt self-conscious about being the biggest girl or smallest guy (or vice versa) at an event or if you don’t think you can do something because of your weight this group will show you that you can! Whether you are secure at your current weight or looking to gain or lose weight this group is for you. This group will plan the standard fare events like dinners, brunches, movies, clothing swaps, potluck parties, wine tastings, and museum-outings as well as more adventurous events that may challenge you in new ways, like zip lining, zumba, kickball, climbing a rock wall, taking dance classes etc. If you haven’t done those activities before the best way to start is with other newbies like us! And if you’re afraid that you might fail at an activity don’t worry we’ll all make an A.S.S. out of ourselves together. The weather is starting to get nice! Once it warms up we will have a beginner outdoor series that will include easy hikes, walks, bike rides, and camping. We’ll take it at a slow pace suitable for everyone and take breaks as needed. Love to travel? Get ready to pack your bags for the beach, weekend road-trips, and maybe Greece this year. http://www.meetup.co...l-shapes-sizes/

I've never heard of it but will have to try. Sometimes I just bend over at the waist.

I won't be getting plastic surgery so I was wondering if there are any products out exist like "excess skin duct tape" that could be used to lift up skin. I'm particularly worried about a dance costume that I have to wear.

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I've never been a fan of buffets because I'm vegetarian. When we went to Vegas my friends didn't understand why I didn't want to pay $30 for some heavy buffet when i'd probably just end up eating salad. They've never been worth it for me, especially not now.

My friend asked me to go to this restaurant on our birthday but I can't make it. I just looked at the pricing and they have a special pricing structure for bypass patients. I have never seen that before! Not quite right for the band (I sent an email asking if they can change it to bariatric surgery pricing) but it's still pretty cool. http://www.shady-maple.com/smorgasbord/daily-menu-pricing/

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You'll be fine, I made it to goal. Morningstar products will fill you up. Sometimes soft tofu is considered a slider food and you can eat a lot of it. Some indian veg dishes are also sliders but I still eat them too.

I have flabby arms. Pretty much once the skin is stretched you can't really do anything to snap it back. Losing weight slowly may help but it's not guaranteed.

This has happened to me, especially going up steps. Oh and I also raised my arm once and my bra lifted up because the back was too big.

I have realize. I interviewed a doctor who said they're pretty much the same, it's just some doctors who learned the procedure with the lap band prefer lap band and those who learned using the realize band prefer the realize.

I plan on going so if anyone wants to meet up let me know! I would've posted this in the regional section but it looked pretty quiet! http://worldswapday2...eventbrite.com/ We're celebrating World Swap Day on January 21, 2012. Join the DC Goodwill Fashionista at our Arlington Goodwill store location as we swap women's clothing, shoes and accessories. You'll have a chance to mix and mingle with other savvy Goodwill shoppers and spread a little "swaplove." We'll be offering $1 raffle tickets for some great prizes: Two Goodwill gift certificates, free admission to a future swap event by our friend DewdropDC, and an entire Rock Band set! The funds from raffle ticket sales will go directly to Goodwill of Greater Washington's job training and support programs. Our World Swap Day fun will proceed as follows: 10:30—11:30 a.m.: Arrive at Goodwill's second-floor space (Goodwill's Arlington Career Center), check in, and drop off at least five items to be swapped. 11:30 a.m.—noon: Meet your fellow Goodwill shoppers, have a snack, enter the raffle, and get ready to swap! (We'll give you a reusable tote bag to gather your goodies.) Noon—1 p.m.: Swap! Grab as many items as you can fit into your tote bag. Share amazing finds with other swappers. 2 p.m.: When we wrap up, any clothing left behind will be donated to Goodwill of Greater Washington just downstairs!

I've stuck to diet coke and rum or flavored vodka and sprite. It's not calorie free but it's what I like. Once you start to lose a lot of weight your tolerance will go down, like by half. I didn't give up social drinking and I'm at goal so it can be done

I felt like hell today, very sick, then took 2 papaya extracts from the vitamin shoppe for the first time and felt almost instant relief. I couldn't believe it.

I'm enjoying a diet coke right now!

I didn't feel restriction until 6 months after surgery and 9.5 cc in my band. I was frustrated too. But now I'm two pounds from a normal BMI so it will work if you hang in there.

Well I know what I should be eating but it seems like this week I just don't know what I want to eat. For example you could put a buffet of my favorite foods in front of me and I still wouldn't be craving anything. It's weird because nothing sounds good to me right now.

For the past few days I haven't been craving anything in particular. I don't know what I want to eat but of course need to eat so this has lead to grazing. Nothing seems to be satisfying me. Has this happened to anyone? What do you eat? I'm about 2 years post op and 6-ish lbs from goal.