sweetsoutherngirl

Happy Friday!!! I am so pleased that the weekend is almost here! So a few weeks ago I blogged about a co-worker who is banded and seems to struggle a lot. I felt bad for her and could not understand. Well over the last week I have gotten a clear understanding of why and it pisses me off a bit. I am not any better than anyone, nor do I think I know all the answers. What I do know are the basics. We work so hard to get our bodies ready for the surgery and go through so much afterwards, why would you just say screw it? We had a celebration for our top performers today and the snacks were candies, cookies and juices. I was in charge of passing out the snacks and she came to the line three times and ate skittles, starburst and capri sun. Then she ate a hot pocket. I again am not perfect but I know these things are not good for us, especially with the band. Afterwards she came to ask me how long has it been since my surgery because I was losing weight fast. I explained I was five weeks out and had started to exercise again. She told me she has had 5 fills and she is really tight but can still eat some food. I told her maybe it was time go back to the see the doc. Her reply was that she would be going back to have it taken out since the band " failed" her........ It was not my place to suggest it may be the behavior and not the band, so I just said I was sorry to hear that. WHY??? It is not a quick fix, it will not stop us from making bad food choices, nor will it stop you from possibly wanting to eat those things. I just did not know what to say and it made me feel annoyed that she feels that the "band" failed her. We have to eat right, exercise and take care of ourselves. The band is only a tool. Now I am back to feeling sorry for her because I think she wants someone to help her but I dont know if I am that person. She is seven months down the line and I am a newbie just trying to get my own bearings....

That is a great feeling! I got my first fill a week ago and I am surprised at how little food I am satisfied with. I'm not having any issues either which is great!

Good luck to you!! Everything will be fine!

Wow! You look awesome!!

I know!! LOL! I really liked them and thought some day I would be able wear them again.

Im looking for sixe 18/20 in pants and I live in Houston! I will send you a message!

Before surgery I was a Zumba addict. I would go four times a week, five if I could find the time. I did try about three weeks ago and I was so exhausted afterwards. So tomorrow I am going in with a different game face on and Itry it again. I also am thinking about trying the "hot" ypga. Seems like it should be fun. I keep wondering how long it will be before I will get my stamina back. I honestly did not expect to have this much down time with my exercise. NSV today- I pulled a pair of jeans out of the back of my closet that I have not been able to wear in almost ten years. LOL! Yes I kept a pair of jeans this long! It felt great to slide into them!

That is so mean of her. This is a place to ask questions and get some answers possibly. I know before my surgery it was not this bad and now I have had two that were horrible. I ended up taking some crushed tylenol and balling myself up in my bed until I went to sleep. I am calling my doc tomorrow. Today has been a bit better

So i searched the forums and it seems everyone has some issue with TOM after surgery. Has anyone had a very painful TOM afterwards? I got mine a week after surgery and I have it again now. Both times I am in so much pain I want to cry, well I did a bit because I was in so much pain. And it is super heavy... Any suggestions on what I can take? I am taking liquid tylenol but that does nothing for me

That so awesome!! Happy Birthday to you! What better gift can you give yourself??

Hang in there Heather! The 28th will be here soon!

Ok so back to the vitamin section I go! Thanks ladies. I cant't let myself get so run down.

I have felt really run down the last couple days since my fill. I took the kids to the carnival and it was super hot outside and I had to sit down before I passed out. I drank two bottles of water in the four hours we were there. Once I could sit in the AC I felt better but I needed a nap before I could do anything else. Today was much of the same, after having family pics taken, picking up our new dog and cleaning the house, I was drained!! My hubby said he noticed that I get worn down really easy lately. I did increase my vitamin intake, but I am really concerned because summer is going to be here in a few months and if I can not take the heat, I am going to miss out on quite a few things with the kids this summer. So I am looking for any suggestions on how to give myself a energy boost! BTW my mother is driving me nuts!! But that is another blog for another day...

You are doing great lady!! You and I are running right together and 12 pounds is awesome!! I have found for me when I get to feeling a bit run down or my head is hurting, it is usually one of two things. I have forgotten to take my vitamins, I take calcium and a multi twice a day. Or I have let too much time go by without eating. For me I have to remember to eat. Congrats to your hubby and welcome him to bandland for us!

I was told to do liquids before my appointment.

Shauna I was wondering the same thing! I told her I was somewhat hungry in between meals,but not starving. This was the first fill.

I had my first fill today at True Results in Houston. I was nervous and really did not know what to expect. I waited almost a hour for my turn, filled out paper work and went to the back with the nurse. She was trying to make me more comfortable by telling me everything she was doing but that did not work She started with a small needle and lots of pushing, which just felt odd. It did not hurt, but it did not feel good either. She determined that she need a longer need to reach my port, so the second time was a charm. She took out the saline that was in the band and measured it. I have a 10CC band and there was already 5CC in it!! She added 1 CC today for a total of 6 in my band. No wonder I have not been hungry!! I sat for about 15 minutes and drank my water and I am feeling good. I am on liquids for today and soft food tomorrow and then back to regular food. I have lost 12 pounds since my surgery and I will see them again next month. I hope it will be another good month for me!! On a side note since I first began the process with them in December I have lost a total of 33 pounds!!

Nice job!!

Now I do have to say my mother is generally not this judgemental. She is my biggest fan and support but she did not agree with the choice. I am hoping she comes around but if she does not, we will have to agree to disagree.

I think I am adjusting pretty well. So far I have lost 12 pounds in the almost month since surgery. I have my first fill on 3/14. I still am feeling pretty good. I do not eat anymore than 1/2- 1 cup at a time and I always eat my protein first. Water is a bit of a struggle because I have to make sure that I drink it slow enough to not cause this overwhelming feeling of being super full. Mushies have been so great!! But honestly I am not looking forward to solids. The thought kinda scares me. I know I can not stay on soft food forever, but i just am not looking forward to regular food. And I will be back to liquid and mushies after I get my fill for a day or two, so I really will not have a chance to actually be on solids for long. Sigh....... I am enjoying not being focused on food and also I have learned the difference in between being hungry and just eating for the heck of it! My mother is not really happy that I did this. She told me that between her and my brother that they thought I was being vain and it was not as though I was spilling out of my clothes and falling out of my seat. Well, I am never going to spill out of clothes, because I always have clothes that fit. But buying a size 24 in said clothes is not ideal. Oh and nevermind that I take meds for high BP for two years( I was able to stop those recently) or that my back, knees and feet were hurting all the time. My feet will swell at the drop of a hat due to the amount of walking I do and the weight I carry. I am only 37 years old and quite honestly I should not have these "old lady issues" So it hurt my feeling when she said it, but I just told her that I did this for me and my health. I can't place my health and expectations on no one but me. I have been getting lots of compliments on how defined my face is looking. I looked in the mirror and it actually looked "skinny" to me!! I can not express how happy I am that I have made the choice to do this!

Very nice job!! Keep up the good work!

I am almost one month post op and I am waiting for my port scar to heal completely before trying the Mederma. It has really good reviews.

That is awesome! Congrats!

I have not had this, but my friend did. She is two months ahead of me and would have to run, and I do mean run to ladies room. I, on the other hand can sit in there all day and nothing. Maybe it varies from person to person.

My hubby "joked " about this for months before I had the surgery. I finally had to tell him that enough was enough. I was not going anywhere, I was the same me and I was happy with him. I expressed my unhappiness with my weight and health issues to him, and then the light bulb went off. I am three weeks post op and he is my biggest support! He makes sure I remember to take my vitamins and makes my meals for me. Men are funny and can be a bit insecure at times. Hang in there.