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Hi Cyndi, I sympathize.....That would be very hard to do. I always do a big easter dinner. And this year I just didn't feel up to it. I wasn't going to do much of anything, but my husbands family is so used to coming each year, they called last night and asked if they needed to bring anything......I thought....a ham, mashed potatoes, mac& cheese...etc....since I wasn't making anything.--haha well I felt so bad, I told them we were keeping it simple this year, burgers on the grill......so off to the grocery store I went....but at least its low carb....I'm only doing burgers, turkey dogs for me and roasted squash and zuchine...no chips, no dessert.....it might be enough change that they won't come back---haha

Hi cottonbarry and VioletC I use myfitnesspal daily.....you can find me at the same username:waitingpatiently

Welcome bandedbera, Hang in there! its going to get better! I would encourage you to try to stay on the post op diet.....It was really hard I know, but not only did it give my stomach time to heal, it also helped me break the carb addiction and I think it helped my stomach shrink (if thats really possible) because I surely can't eat what I used to. Keep trying, even if you slipped up and had something you shouldn't of, just start over at the next meal.

I was banded the 19th and still have pain in the port site especially after exercising. I have also read several others that were banded about the same time experiencing the same thing....so I guess its still healing in there. Whinniewho- I can eat about 4oz of protein/ 4oz of a salad/ and Maybe 2 oz of a carb..for dinner.....lunch is smaller about 4oz Protein and I'm good to go....I just drink protein for Breakfast.

I would go with hard chewable instead of the gummies.

Hi mija4life12, A lot will have to do with your insurance....they set the rules. Most require a bmi of 40 or 35 with a comorbidity like sleep apnea, diabitese,high blood pressure. Some require a 3 or 6 month supervized diet. Others require nothing. And Most are required to attend a band seminar. Most will be required to see a pychologist and nutritionist and will havea varity of tests done including blood work and ekg's. After you have jumped through all the insurance hoops then they will send all your paperwork and tests to the insurance and they will review it and decide if you are a good candidate. That can be done in as little as 24 hours or as long as 6 weeks....I think the average is somewhere in between probably like 2-4 weeks. But in the mean time, take this time to educate yourself and the band and make sure this is a life style you can embrace and committ to. Go a head and get your head in the game and start establishing new routines that include exercise and eliminating bad food habits from your diet....1 thing at a time.....that way you won't feel like everything changes all at the same time.

wow flab u less!! Im not an expert, but 300-400 calories doesn't seem like enough!! I would be falling over at that number. Are you loosing inches? I have noticed I haven't had these huge weight loss that some are experiencing, but my clothes are bigger and I have went from a size 20 to a size 16. I had my surgery on the 19th and I can still tell there are times that, for what ever reason, I'm retaining Water....my wedding ring is usually very loose and there are times when it is hard to get off. So some could be that. I would suggest you eat a little more.....(not for sure about the starvation mode). But also It seems like you are trying to stick to a high protein/low carb diet which is what I am doing with good results, but my numbers are more like 800calories/60 protein/30 carbs I have lost about 26 pounds in 4 weeks. but we all are different. But although yogurt and cottage cheese are good for you, they do have carbs. Keep up the good work!! You are going to wake up one day and see that you have lost several pounds over night and wonder how that could have happened!! The body is a mysterious thing. Im proud of you for working to establish your routine that includes good eating habits and exercise. Thats half the battle.

80 pounds is awesome!! I know you want it gone now, but it looks like you are doing a great job! Congrats! I know lovethenewme said to keep your calories at 1200, but I actually will gain at 1200 calories.....of course I was just banded so I haven't worked up to 60 mins of cardio yet. If I could, I would probably need those extra calories.--hahah Until then, I have been sticking to a very strict 800 calories/60 protein/ 30carbs....and I have been having great sucess. about 26 pounds in 4 weeks

I dreamed of food too!!! I have never done that before!!

It took me a good 10 day to feel "good" But I did have a hyatial hernia and umbilical hernia and a lot of adhessions removed...so maybe the extra stuff made me more sore.

Hang in there! This too will pass. As long as you are getting something down you will probably be ok. They pump you full of those fuilds while your in so that you can go a few days with very little to drink. Just keep taking little sips all day long. I remember my doctor telling me it was going to take me 16 hours a day to get all my Water in and that was my #1 job. so sip, sip ,sip We'll be praying for you

You made me smile...and chuckle

What?!! Thats crazy!! Never have heard that one!haha

Hi MaggieD1216, I think the pain you are feeling is normal. I was banded the 19th and I'm still experiencing pain around my port as well. Especially when I exercise. I did find that if I wear an old pair of spanks(or somehthing similar) that are a little big that the pressure helps. I also still sleep with a heating pad on my belly and have found that if I lay on the heating pad on my left side, it usually helps. I also notice that first thing in the morning and after exercising that my port is very noticeable like it comes to the surface it looks and feels like the size of an egg.

Welcome, This is a great site with a lot of wonderful people willing to cheer you on and to give you a little tough when needed. You will benefit from those that have been on this journey a long time and have met their goal and are maintaining and will find people that are in the exact stage you are and are willing to make the journey together. Educate yourself and start now!.....change your diet and start moving!! every little bit helps!! I'm sure that if you are willing to committ and do your part, you will make your way to a new and improved life.

Have you had the sleeve for over 8 years without any problems or additional surgeries....oh wait.....the sleeve is a realitively new surgery that some excellent in health facility haven't even approved yet....oh darn.....we can check up in 8 years.

No offense....and I'm happy that you have found a WLS that is right for you, but then why are you "lurking" around a lap band support site.....don't you have one of your own? Those than come to this site seeking information about the LAPBAND not other surgeries.....and honestly, since you don't have one, I don't see where you can offer any advise. Those that have the lap band and have had issues, do a good job explaining the draw backs and are very honest as to why it didn't work for them, but it just seems strange to me that some feel the need to come to this site and express an opinion about something you don't have.....if they want information about another surgery I'm sure they can get that on another site where the members would be more educated in the sleeve or bypass than the ones on this site. It really makes me question your motives. It is everyones responsiblity to educated themselves. I'm sure I can find some that feel they rushed into having half their stomachs removed and have numerous issues.....BUT I know they are probably just the unfortunates that are listed in the satistics just like the satistics for the band. I LOVE my band...but I would never feel the need to bash the sleeve or bypass...(even though my 42 year old cousin died shortly after getting the sleeve....just saying) We each must make our own decisions.

I absolutely love this site!! I started this challenge at 217 and I weighed in this morning at 209!!only 10 more pounds to make my April challenge.....and I haven't had my first fill!!

How far off track are you? You could go back on liquids for a week and work your way back up. Or just maybe re-focus and get back on the high protein/low carb diet. Maybe you should consider journaling your food or join Myfitnesspal.....the weather is starting to get nice(at least in virginia) maybe recommitt to walking.

Welcome to the group!, Congrats on the weight loss....sounds like you are definiantely on the road to success!!

Everyone is a little different. Im sticking to a high protein/low carb diet so my numbers are 800 calories/60protein/30carbs with 40 mins walking 3 day a a week and 15 mins on the elliptical with 15 min weight use the oposite days.

Try New Whey at walmart. 42grams protein in a 4oz shot. They sell grape, watermellon, acai berry. I like to Mix them with crystal light. grape with grape.....watermellon with cherry lime-aid....acai berry with blackberry. I split and make 2 serving from one batch. I like to blendize my ice to a snow cone consistency and pour the protein drink over it....makes a great slushie.

Thanks for sharing!

I would suggest you sign into your account on a computer if you are using your phone....just to set things up. I thought it was easier. From a computer select the "goals" tab from there you can adjust calories/fat/carbs...all that kind of stuff. Then its fine to use your phone for daily logins. Hope that helps.

Sometimes the scale stops moving, but your body is loosing inches. Could that be possible? I am a big cheerleader for the high protein/low carbs diet....ketosis is a wonderful thing. It might give your metabolism a boost and skock it into loosing again.