goalseeker

I want to be IN pictures with my kids so they have memories of me when they are young. I want to shop at target and other inexpensive stores in their regular section. I don't want to feel like my students are looking at my fatness. I want my children to learn consistent healthy eating and not witness a lifetime of roller coaster dieting.

I'm down 15 and I swear half if it is in my boobs! My hubby is terrified they are gonna keep shrinking. I am a little too but I'm hoping to go from a F/G to maybe a DD and if they are droopy he promised to get the girls a lift

Apparently I've lost track of my screen names lol guess the 32 is just for myfitnesspal

Name, real or screen~ Rachelle aka goalseeker32 Goal weight for October 29th~ 225 Weight on October 1st~ 235 Age~ 33 Dietary goal for October~ continue to limit carbs and meet Protein goals Exercise goal for October~ increase morning walks to 4 days a week Personal goal for October~ survive daughters birthday party and Halloween candy without OVER indulging Date banded~ 9/4/12 Total weight loss since banding/pre op diet~ 15 What is your favorite Halloween Activity?~ dressing the kids up and taking pictures at the pumpkin patch I'm new! My name is Rachelle. I'm a high school math teacher and mother to a 2 and 4 year old. Looking forward to keeping myself accountable with these challenges.

You poor thing. That sounds horrendous.

It was a little tender but we did it five days post op. I'm still tender but the right position helps that. No major limitations.

I was banded on a Tuesday and went back Monday. I made sure to wear my ab binder.

WOW!! Congrats you are an inspiration!

I'm with lassie!! plus it can count as exercise too

My dr recommends the centrum complete adult chewables. I'm not sure about shampoo though.

I chose the band because it doesn't have the malabsorption issues, the weight loss is slower and more natural to me. The commitment to make sure I eat right will help both me and my family. I like that it is adjustable to fit my needs. I am hoping to have less excess skin with the slower weight loss. I was banded 11 days ago and am SO happy.

I was nervous before my surgery too. But it was easy. The pain and gas are bearble. Remember that you got this far and you're hungry...it's really amazing to be able to go a day in 500 cal and not feel hungry. It is definitely worth it! Good luck!!

Finally got to have some non-liquids today!!! I started easy with some refried beans my hubby doctored up to taste AMAZING! then I had two slices of a peach without the skin. Felt pretty satisfied after that little bit. Feeling good and glad to be eating instead of drinking I also met my first scale goal. Ten pounds by the end of the 9 day liquid phase. Woot woot! No regrets so far!

Congrats! I'm down 10 too. Just had my appr yesterday. 90 to go here too

That's awesome!! Congratulations! Don't down play this it's a great achievement

I'm day 9 post. I have found that walking and drinking water is the most helpful. Gas-x works for short periods. And having those BMs is great lol

I'm day 7 and also went back to work feeling bloated. Luckily I get to walk around my classroom. The walking helped A LOT. I'm thinking I need to go walk for 15-20 min before work tomorrow SO I can feel less bloated.

I got banded the same day. I puréed some panera broccoli cheddar soup and it was delicious! If you have a restaurant nearby go get some yummy soup and just purée it so it has the necessary consistancy. It was pretty filling too!

It gets better. I'm on day 6, still sore but mostly back to normal. I switched to Tylenol and Advil and started feeling so much better. The pain meds made me so drowsy and nauseous. Those little ones will give you the strength to keep going. They have a way of lifting our spirits. Good luck!

Those look delicious. I can't wait to be able to eat good food again!

You are an inspiration to those of us who just started. That tux is going to look AMAZING!!

Hi all, I'm 5 day post op and have an itchy rash on my stomach. I'm thinking it might be from the heat and wearing the binder. Anyone else have this? I put some Benadryl cream on it yesterday carefully avoiding the sutures which helped a little.

That's amazing!! Congrats!

I was banded tuesday. I'm drinking only clear liquids till tomorrow. I was able to lie on my side a little when I put a pillow under my stomach and I had to wear the binder. If you're taking the pain killers that is probably why you're so tired. I stopped taking them and am only on Tylenol. Not to mention the anesthesia sometimes lingers in our system and keeps us feeling drowsy.

Glad you're doing so great! I'm feeling better as the day goes on.