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I just want to tell my story ... nobody get my brags like fellow bandsters. It all started January 2012 I stepped on a scale and realized I weighed more than. I ever did pregnant. I had reached 260. I had started hiding from pictures. Nothing fit right... my kids would make comments like "mommy has a big tummy" or commercials would come for weight loss or tummy wraps to make you look smaller and my daughter would say mommy you need that. I had no energy was depressed. I didn't even let my husband touch me. I had enough. So I went to my Dr we tried a life wellness program. And in it didn't work. In march she suggested I look into the lap band. So I agreed to go to the seminar and after a lot of research I agreed. I went for the appointment with the surgeon and pa. My surgery was approved and I got banded may10. I don't know if I was more excited that it was surgery day or if I would soon be off that liquid diet lol Everything has been great I've lost about 90lbs and still counting. I got sick and had to refill all over again lol. I am soo happy that I did it. I now work and do sports and have plenty energy to play with my kids. My kids say mommy has a little tummy my boys tell me how pretty I am. I got called a "little thing" by one of my residents. I am in a size 10 (was busting out of a 22) and weigh 170. Oneder land lol ...I still have about 30 pounds till goal but I feel GREAT!!! Now I must go my kids are waiting to play Water fight in the hot Texas heat

I just want to tell my story ... nobody get my brags like fellow bandsters. It all started January 2012 I stepped on a scale and realized I weighed more than. I ever did pregnant. I had reached 260. I had started hiding from pictures. Nothing fit right... my kids would make comments like "mommy has a big tummy" or commercials would come for weight loss or tummy wraps to make you look smaller and my daughter would say mommy you need that. I had no energy was depressed. I didn't even let my husband touch me. I had enough. So I went to my Dr we tried a life wellness program. And in it didn't work. In march she suggested I look into the lap band. So I agreed to go to the seminar and after a lot of research I agreed. I went for the appointment with the surgeon and pa. My surgery was approved and I got banded may10. I don't know if I was more excited that it was surgery day or if I would soon be off that liquid diet lol Everything has been great I've lost about 90lbs and still counting. I got sick and had to refill all over again lol. I am soo happy that I did it. I now work and do sports and have plenty energy to play with my kids. My kids say mommy has a little tummy my boys tell me how pretty I am. I got called a "little thing" by one of my residents. I am in a size 10 (was busting out of a 22) and weigh 170. Oneder land lol ...I still have about 30 pounds till goal but I feel GREAT!!! Now I must go my kids are waiting to play Water fight in the hot Texas heat

I just want to tell my story ... nobody get my brags like fellow bandsters. It all started January 2012 I stepped on a scale and realized I weighed more than. I ever did pregnant. I had reached 260. I had started hiding from pictures. Nothing fit right... my kids would make comments like "mommy has a big tummy" or commercials would come for weight loss or tummy wraps to make you look smaller and my daughter would say mommy you need that. I had no energy was depressed. I didn't even let my husband touch me. I had enough. So I went to my Dr we tried a life wellness program. And in it didn't work. In march she suggested I look into the lap band. So I agreed to go to the seminar and after a lot of research I agreed. I went for the appointment with the surgeon and pa. My surgery was approved and I got banded may10. I don't know if I was more excited that it was surgery day or if I would soon be off that liquid diet lol Everything has been great I've lost about 90lbs and still counting. I got sick and had to refill all over again lol. I am soo happy that I did it. I now work and do sports and have plenty energy to play with my kids. My kids say mommy has a little tummy my boys tell me how pretty I am. I got called a "little thing" by one of my residents. I am in a size 10 (was busting out of a 22) and weigh 170. Oneder land lol ...I still have about 30 pounds till goal but I feel GREAT!!! Now I must go my kids are waiting to play Water fight in the hot Texas heat

Hey may bandster I haven't been on in along time... I have gotten my second fill and have quite a bit of restrictions I have lost 30 lbs since pre op I am having a hard time getting Water in but other than that am doing great

I went to the Dr on the 7th of June. Found out the surgeon had put 2cc in at surgery. I was starving so they put 2 more cc in. I am still starving but definantly have more restriction. I have lost 15lbs since surgery. I hope everyone else is doing great

Has anyone else's incisions been itching like crazy!!!! OMG

Yes mine did I would wake up in the middle of the night itching my incisions

Congrats to all banded in the past few days.

I think I am having my first "stuck" episode or something close to it. I had refried Beans (about 1/2 cup) and apple sauce (1/4 cup) about 4 hours ago. I don't know if I ate too much, or too fast, but I feel like there is a rock in my chest that won't go away. It won't budge. I've been walking & sipping Water for a couple hours and it's not flowing through as easily. Help!! Has anyone experienced this yet??

I can't tell when I am hungry or full yet, and I have been eyeball measuring my food... Stupid me. I am using 1/2 cup measuring cups starting tomorrow and timing myself. I start soft foods on Sunday and I'm worried.

I was told by a 3yr veteran to put ur hands above ur head and walk at the same time Lol hope it helps

I went to the seminar mar 5th n had my surgery yesterday lol so there was a few weeks that where booked lol good luck

Well as of 9am this morning I am a banded woman lol... I am feeling pretty good just like I did a thousand sit ups... The worst part for me was the anastsia mad me nausea so when I woke up I was dry heaving cause there was nothing to puke up so that hurt... I am still a lil groggy and not really hungry so I have been just doing water.. Well I hope all my other may Banders are doing good n healing well and good luck to all the up coming ones post more when I feel better later

My day is tommorow as well can wait to get started .... Best wishes to all my other may 10th banders

Surgery tomorrow !!!!!! So nervous but I can't wait to not be hungry any more. I have been on liquids for a week and I am starving!!!

My surgery is tomorrow and I feel the same way can't sleep cause I am soo hungry ... When do you have to report?

OMG I AM STARTING TO FREAKK I HAVE TO BE AT THE HOSPITAL AT 630 AM

Currently killing myself with nerves. Surgery in 2 days, so anxious! Luckily one of the surgeons assured me that they usually issue an anti anxiety med via IV. I guarentee I'll need that!

I had the option of leafy greens and lean meat during the diet, last week I did all shakes and fruit, this week a bit of both, going back to liquids for the last two days.

Came down with strep throat, doing a Z Pack, hoping to Bob it goes away before Friday.

I am starting to get really nervous i am in two days as well lol i hope your sore throat goes away

I am May 10th as well ... The closer it gets the scarier it gets

Hi everyone! As I posted before my surgery is may 11 and I am really struggling with my preop diet (protein shakes and a few veggies ONLY) although it's been so difficult and I'm on day 7 of my preop diet..I HAVE LOST 10lbs!!!!! In one week!! so happy!! Whenever I'm starving I just remember my dedication to following the rules and the success is shown on the scale!!! Im hoping for another 5-10lbs this week before my surgery! Anyone else have success like this on the 2week preop diet??!

thats how my pre op diet is and i am starving lol i am may 10th and on day 6 ugh

my pre op is 3-4 Protein Shakes a day and veggies.. i can cook them in broth and have non fat dressing with them. and no snacking

Congrats

I'm may 10th too!

Aww another band buddy what kind of pre op do u have ?

Mendy How are you doing on your pre op?

Good luck

Ok got my period! Ughh how am I gonna go through surgery on wed. This stinks!!

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For the first time in a long time I was happy to get my period. I got it in time to not be on it for my period when I go into surgery... Lol

IDK how far you want to drive but I know my surgeon dr symmonds takes already banded pt and he is in temple

Hi, I did Meal Replacements last year; the first day for me was tough, 2nd wasn't as bad. The third day was quite easy. But each day I couldn't wait for dinner time for my only meal of the day with real food. So good luck

i wish i got one meal lol shakes n veggies for me lol

I am may 10th day 2 of pre op here n I am dieting lol

Started my pre op n eew the shakes we gross