musicalmomma

Name…………Goal in Minutes…Completed…..To Go MM………………..750 …………..627…………..123 Ja9va………………960…………...735…………..225 Captain Danbo……2700………..…2750…………-50 Sweetie…………...1000…………...870…………..130 huntersmom………300…………….170…………...130 Stephanie42767…..1860…………1660…………..200 Farmmomto2……..480…………….380…………..100 Beckiet……………400……………120…………...280 Suzzzie……………705……………290…………..415 Dawneb……………600…………….0....................600 Cbm818…………...600……………..0……………600 Dakota1984………1000…………….0……………1000 Captain D: WOW :omg: you look fabulous!!!! What GREAT places you have to hike! I'm envious Sweetie: I am now having trouble getting off my butt!! I haven't excercised since last Saturday! My parents came in for a visit and while I wasn't sedentary, I didn't do any real exercise AND didn't watch my calories...AND the scale shows it! Back on the bike today! Stef: YES! TOM just takes ALL my resolve. While my parents visited, so did TOM! SO I have sub-zero motivation. I was feeling pretty low about it, then I read you guys' posts and well...time to suck it up! I guess I just feel like I had surgery almost 3 monts ago and I only have 7.5 pounds to show for it.

Suzzzie...I didn't make it either...but I'm doing MUCH better than I was last month.

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I got my second fill on the 14th, for a total of 1.3cc's (4cc band). It's made a HUGE difference so far. SimplyMe: Like you, I've PB'd a good bit since that fill. I think for me, a lot of it is that I need to slow down and STOP eating when I feel full. I just can't seem to wrap my head around eating so little and being full!! I wonder if I'll be like you and the restriction loosen up a bit today or tomorrow. Either way, I've lost 3.4 pounds just since tuesday! So, I ain't complaining!! It's sooooo nice to see the scale moving again! I was stuck, bouncing between 249-253 for WEEKS! It was VERY disheartening.

You're the only weak one here! NOT!!! hehe Relax...I'm sure you didn't damage your band, but do try to stick with the post-op plan. I know it's hard...down right tortureous! I, and many others, didn't stick to the post op plan 100%, but I did my best and didn't do any damage. However, I did discuss my slips with my surgeon and told him I was concerned about damage. He giggled at me and said "It'll take a lot more than that to cause a slip...just DON'T challange the pouch!" Hang in there...better days are ahead. This is a BIG adjustment...give yourself time to adjust :Banane20:

Hi Beckiet! It's never to late to join Sweetie & Stef, I JUST got my second fill on Tuesday. I have a total of 1.3cc's in my 4cc band. It seems to be doing the trick thus far. Should I start rejoicing or is it just swelling from the fill???? I sure hope this did the trick! I won't get another for 5 weeks (at DH's 6 week post-op check). You two are doing great with your challange! I upped mine from 600min's to 750min's but still can't touch you two. You go girls!!! Name…………Goal in Minutes…Completed…..To Go MM………………..750 …………..550…………..200 Ja9va………………960…………...555…………..405 Captain Danbo……2700………..…1490…………1210 Sweetie…………...1000…………...680…………..320 huntersmom………300…………….70…………...230 Stephanie42767…..1860…………1380…………..480 Farmmomto2……..480…………….380…………..100 Beckiet……………400……………120…………...280 Dawneb……………600…………….0....................600 Cbm818…………...600……………..0……………600 Suzzzie……………705……………..0……………705 Dakota1984………1000…………….0……………1000

OK...I'll keep this as short as possible... I am supposed to get my first fill today, but it may not happen because if it needs to be done under fluro (as the doc suspects) I will have to wait... Anyway...I lost a little weight after surgery, then gained it back. I'm the same weight I was at surgery on June 1st...it's still 32 pounds less then when I started my journey...but I feel so discouraged. I can't seem to get my head around eating less. I have VERY little restriction...I feel hungry almost all the time...I still LOVE ice cream...my BIG downfall. I am getting so worried that I won't make this work. I KNOW that I have to work the band...I KNOW I have to say NO to ice cream and the like...I know I have to do my part and that the band is not a magic wand. I just wish it were a little easier. I pray once I get my fill, I truly will feel full and will start to lose...but now, I feel hungry, and discouraged. I'm beginning to regret not having the bypass instead... Anyone else in this band limbo?? Anyone else gotten through it and have some helpful hints?

Oh GOSH...I SO relate!!! I got my second fill today...I lost some weight since my last fill and it was like twisting the doc's arm to fill me! He said "You're doing great! Why do you feel you need a fill?" I said..."because I'm STARVING!" He then said that several of his patients diet until they reach their goal, then use the band as a maintainence tool. I said "NOT, me...I don't want to feel hungry!" He said "Fair enough, let's give you another fill!" I guess he wanted to be sure that I didn't have unreasonable expectations. He wants me to wait 5 weeks before the next one (that will be DH's 6 week post-op check too). I sure hope I have enough to get me through the next five weeks!!! Like you, I don't want to have to use my will power! I WANT restriction and to get the show on the road!!!! OK, enough ranting. He's a great surgeon and VERY sensitive to his patients...I know he's just looking out for my best interest...I'm just an impatient little girl! :confused: Hang in there Shell! vxyn1 - I took your advice and switched to light and having MUCH less of it, but I do have it from time to time and it keeps me sane Thanks for your support

I am 2 months and 14 days out from surgery. Today I had my second fill. It takes time and patience until we reach proper restriction. MANY people, including me, could still eat A LOT before a fill. After my first fill, I had moderate restriction...today I have a total of 1.3cc's in my 4cc band. I am REALLY hoping to feel fuller faster, but until then, I just have to "diet and exercise". It's not easy, but it's taken me two months to finally surrender to the way of the band. It's a huge adjustment and you'll run the entire gamot of emotions...from feeling hopeful and excited, to feeling deprived and angry. It's all part of adjusting to our new lifestyle. Don't be hard on yourself and be patient...better days are ahead :girl_hug:

Yep! I've only had one fill and it help a little but I am still able to eat too much and feel hungry too often. I'm going in with my hubby today, for his one week post op check. I'm hoping he'll take pity on me and give me another fill a week early. Otherwise, I'm going to ask for Phenteremine again, to get me through! These first few month, before we get proper restriction, are the pits! But I am SO hopeful that once I get proper restriction, the weight will really start to come off! Hang in there flydove, we'll make it

I agree with NanaRenan, appeal til the very end! Don't give up. If it does end up with a final denial just consider that most of us have no trouble getting a loan for a car, home, boat, camper, etc... all of these are "things"...you are worth a loan if it will improve your health and you are indeed ready for this change! It's a BIG blow, being denied by insurance. Here you are, working hard, doing everything required of you by the surgeon and insurance, and low and behold, a BMI under 40 or over 50 gets that automatic "no". Rediculous. Fight, Fight, Fight! If you really believe that you NEED this surgery, don't let the insurance company dismiss you without a fight. There's A LOT of info on this site that can help you fight denials and tricks of the insurance trade. Do some searches, do your homework and when your time comes, you'll be so proud of yourself for conquering the obstacles! The weight loss will be that much sweeter for you Best wishes and keep us posted.

EXCELLENT explanation!!!!!! I will be using this! Honky Tonks: Do you feel hungry often or do you stay feeling full after drinking 30 minutes after a meal? I really try to make it to at least an hour, usually make it 1.5 hours. The analogy above says it all...when we drink too soon, we defeat the purpose of the band. My surgeon says "Drinking to soon will cause band failure and hunger will return more quickly" (paraphrased). I know it's tough to get in all our liquids with these rules, but with a little finess, it is possible

Good Job Everyone! Farmmomto2: I so agree!!! When I look at my lifestyle just a few short months ago, I just don't recognize it! What a difference!! You're doing great! Keep up the good work Stef: Yeah, I sure wish I could migrate south for the winter! YIKES it's cold!! You are CRUISIN lady!! Over half way to go and over half the month to go! You're doing great!!! Especially considering your hectic schedule! How do you like flipping houses? I love watching those house flipping shows! It seems like a rewarding career. Dan: The jog class is pretty fun, but it's usually full of 80 year old ladies that are only there to chat in the pool. Then the instructors can range from "the preschool teacher" to "the drill sgt" I prefer the drill sgt, because it's a better work out...but those sweet little old ladies get in the way! lol!!! Where do you live that you can get in such great hiking?? It's pretty darn flat here! Name…………Goal in Minutes…Completed…..To Go MM………………..750 …………..489…………..261 Ja9va………………960…………...555…………..405 Captain Danbo……2700………..…1490…………1210 Sweetie…………...1000…………...490…………..510 huntersmom………300…………….70…………...230 Stephanie42767…..1860…………1230…………..630 Farmmomto2……..480…………….380…………..100 Dawneb……………600…………….0....................600 Cbm818…………...600……………..0……………600 Suzzzie……………705……………..0……………705 Dakota1984………1000…………….0……………1000

I've enjoyed reading this thread! Well, with the name "musicalmomma" you can probably guess that I'm a musician. What you may not know is that I play guitar, sing, and write. I have four daughters, no sons, and I like it that way. I like dogs WAY better than cats, but cats can be pretty cool too. I have VERY strong opinions that I usually keep to myself because I feel no one gives a crap about my opinions unless they share them Best of all, most people do not know that I met my husband over ten years ago in an IRC chat room. He is from London England and after a brief internet courship and a few visits (him here and me there), he moved here to the states (legally!), married me, and became a daddy to my two older girls too! We are still married and happier today than we were ten years ago!

Hi Stef Thanks for the encouragment...I needed to read something uplifting tonight as I am having a terribly emotional day! You brightened it up for me :drum: Our streets are asphalt, but I'm in Wisconsin and I live 3 miles from Lake Michigan (where the 6 mile trail is). The trail is also asphalt, but our heat index doesn't get much above 80 most of the time...with the exception of this past week being around 85-90. And we get that lake breeze :eek: Ahhhhh! We have BITTER winters, but BEAUTIFUL summers! It was a hotter day today, so I waited for sunset to ride; it's a cool 73 degrees out there I acutally prayed the other day for a mild winter...I told God "You and I BOTH know, if it's bitter outside, I'm NOT going to exercise!!" I giggled but it's probably true. I HATE exercise tapes! I'll probably be forced to join the Water jog class at the YMCA!

Way to go people!!! Dan, you look GREAT!!! I checked out the before and after thread and you're like a completely different person!!! You inspire me Today I impressed myself. My 16 yo DD and I planned all week to bike a 6 mile trail, from our house, and back...total of 18 miles. I took my phone and told DH I may call him to come pick me and my bike up. Well we made it with energy to spare!! In less than 1.5 hours! I can't believe it!!! The scale may be stubborn, but darn it...I'm getting FIT! Yeah! Name…………Goal in Minutes…Completed…..To Go MM………………..600 …………..416…………..184 Ja9va………………960…………...555…………..405 Captain Danbo……2700………..…1330…………1370 Sweetie…………...1000…………...490…………..510 huntersmom………300…………….70…………...230 Stephanie42767…..1860……………960………….900 Farmmomto2……..480…………….180…………..300 Dawneb……………600…………….0....................600 Cbm818…………...600……………..0……………600 Suzzzie……………705……………..0……………705 Dakota1984………1000…………….0……………1000

I had terrible reflux prior to the band...for years...not ONE incident of reflux or heart burn since the band and haven't taken any meds for it either! Hallelujah!!!

Good Job Everyone!! Keep up the good work! Name…………Goal in Minutes…Completed…..To Go MM………………..600 …………..316…………..284 Ja9va………………960…………...315…………..645 Dawneb……………600…………….0....................600 Cbm818…………...600……………..0……………600 Suzzzie……………705……………..0……………705 Captain Danbo……2700………..…915………….1785 Sweetie…………...1000…………...445…………..555 huntersmom………300…………….70…………...230 Stephanie42767…..1860……………900………….960 Dakota1984………1000…………….0……………1000 Farmmomto2……..480…………….180……………300

Oh Lord, I learned about the 'band stress strangle' early this week! I only have 1cc in my 4cc band right now and I was still able to eat just about everything. Then on Monday DH went in for his band and dang if I couldn't get ANYTHING solid down for Monday or Tuesday morning. Until he was discharged, I was so stressed and tight that eating solids was literally painful! He's home and doing great, so I'm back on solids and doing great too

Great Job everyone!!!!!! DH had his band placed on Monday. So, I got NO exercise Sun-Tues!! Got back on the bike this morning and dang it felt like I hadn't biked in years!!! Still managed 45 minutes - 8.5 miles! My daughter and I are planning a little bike trip Saturday if DH is up to watching the kids for a few hours. Name…………Goal in Minutes…Completed…..To Go MM………………..600 …………..207…………..393 Ja9va………………960…………...315…………..645 Dawneb……………600…………….0....................600 Cbm818…………...600……………..0……………600 Suzzzie……………705……………..0……………705 Captain Danbo……2700………..…915………….1785 Sweetie…………...1000……………350…………..650 huntersmom………300……………...0…………….300 Stephanie42767…..1860……………720………….1140 Dakota1984………1000…………….0……………1000 Farmmomto2……..480…………….180……………300

Yeah...I agree with kaohinani's concerns. My daughter is in Nursing school and will start clinical Sept 2008. She's already been advised that it is VERY demanding physically. She has JRA (Juevenile Rhumatoid Arthritis) so she'll be giving documentation to her school, from her specialist, regarding her special needs. Perhaps you should talk to your guidance counselor and ask what, if anything, you need to do or documentation you'll need to provide, to get an easier work load for 6 weeks. You're not allowed to lift more than 10 pounds at first.

Aug 2, 1968 - Just turned 39! I WILL be FIT at 40!!!!

Have you tried the EAS AdvantEdge? I personally like them A LOT better than the Adkins shakes...they have 17 grams protein and 4 carbs. Not too shabby and I personally LOVE the chocolate flavor. Your story is as if I had written it my self...only I was banded a couple of weeks after you. I was SO down on myself when I went for my 6 week check up, having GAINED a couple of pounds! My surgeon was so kind about it...he shrugged and said "Hey! That's not too bad!" Then he looked me right in the eye and said "Remember, I told you that you'd HAVE to be patient. You don't have a fill yet and it may take from 3-6 fills before we reach the sweet spot. Be patient, you're doing great!" His words were exactly what I needed to hear. I got a 1cc fill and still have VERY LITTLE restriction...but I'm back on the exercise wagon and REALLY trying to restrict all junk food. It's working because I'm losing again...slowly, but it's going in the right direction. You're back on track...keep coming to the board and getting that support. This board has been VITAL to keeping me motivated!

Good work everyone! I surprised myself today. Got up and asked my 16yo daughter to take a bike ride with me. We ended up biking 11 miles!!! It was GREAT!! Name…………Goal in Minutes…Completed…..To Go MM………………..600 …………..160…………..440 Ja9va………………960…………….0……………960 Dawneb……………600…………….0....................600 Cbm818…………...600……………..0……………600 Suzzzie……………705……………..0……………705 Captain Danbo……2700………..…420………….2280 Sweetie…………...1000…………..210…………..790 huntersmom………..300……………...0…………….300 Stephanie42767…..1860……………330…………..1530 Dakota1984………1000…………….0……………1000 Farmmomto2……....480…………….120……………360

Thanks insub Well, Day three was NOT a victory...I did have a little junk food. Weird thing is, I'd usually be beating myself up over it and go hog wild and just pig out! But I didn't pig out...I just dealt with it. So, that is a victory in itself! Today - onward and upward!