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:PHappy Birthday!! Oh yes,! I saw it somewhere! muahaha!! /spanks! Have an awesome day girl!! :wub: :ph34r:

Muscle weighs for more fat! notice inches gone?

It is definitely a personal choice who you want to know something personal like this about yourself. I felt the same as you.. I have a lot of close people to me, I told them..I announced on FB that I was having surgery and to pray for me for a fast recovery, ( I was so scared of the pain I heard ) lol but I didn't say why and I had hoped that the ones that did know didn't mention it on their comments, so I went through the trouble of making a special group that ended up to be quite large and it was only able to be read by them. I was verrry surpised to see how much support my family/friends gave me for doing this. Made me feel good to have them by myself, besides for me.. It would only be time before others found out. So whoever asked, I told.. some I actually said it was personal.. in a nice way and they respected that. It does feel good not to care and have support. I tell them how these boards have been a life savior. Good Luck on whatever you decide in the future, Don't let anyone make you feel bad for making the best decision you could have made for yourself. <3

Sweet! I will look into it tomorrow for sure!! I'll probably bother you on here if i don't get it! Hope thats ok lol No discrimination in age hun!! Holllaaaaa! lol I liked that.

On the drop down box under your name where your account info is.. click that and go to my tickers.. and then you will be able to set it up! it's fun and its cool to see that ticker movin!!

You do feel satisfied with less.. but because you can eat anything doesn't mean you should. If you go into this thinking that it is suppose to do everything for you, it won't work. From what I read on that link, you eat a small amount slowly like our dr's tell us to.. and you do feel satisfied, just have to teach yourself to stop before you get "full".. then you won't be hungry for a long time which is the key. I know how ya feel, but what us overweight people do is "think" we want this, and have to have that... it is our minds that we have to change, that is the Hard part... but you can do it.. we can do it, takes practice, falling down, getting back up again, but you have to be positive and look at what this can do for us instead of what it can't. We are all here because we are NOT happy with ourselves and want to be happy, look and feel great and we can... nothing worth it is ever easy.. but thank god we have this band to "help" us on our way.. I wish you the best of luck.. and you will do great.. change that mind set hun! <3 P.S. I struggle with the same mind set all the time, but it is actually getting easier, and it will get easier as time goes on. You'll see!

Missy!! Thank you so much for that link! I was stubborn, scoffing at it when it said the band does not restrict you, I was like.. what?!?! of course it is suppose to! but I read on.. I am so happy to have read all that and what an enlightenment it was. I feel knowing this gives me an even better chance. Thaaaaaank Yoooooooooou!!!!! <3 <3 <3

A lot are talking about MFP. I have never used anything like that before.. I think I should look this up!

Hi all, I have never been diagnosed with PCOS but I know most definitely I have it. I have all of the above symptoms. I hate it, all of it especially the unwanted hair. Has made life hell for me in that department, self conscious, never fully able to be myself. I read there isn't a cure for it, but I do hope the losing weight will help a lot. I have never concieved a child. I want one, my boyfriend doesn't I am 35 and really it's almost now or never. lol.

they ahve really good broccoli and cheese soup!!

Hey Steph! Welcome to the best forum there is! You can totally be yourself here.. as long as you are not hurting or Bashing someone I believe you can do just about anything! hehe You will see by some of the cute funny ladies! Oh yes.. you all know who you are! they keep this site fun.. but as far as troubles.. you will find SOOOO much information here and support.. I am still a newbie.. Just banded on 10/22. but taking it one day at a time. I am happy to hear you are back on track. Remember, don't beat yourself up when you do.. enjoy it and get right back up! You'll lose that 50lbs! <3 Kay

Where ya goin hun?

Hey Fallon.. So sorry to hear you are going through all this.. Steffy is right.. call them up.. rather be safe than sorry.. besides.. they know how scary surgery can be I am sure they have people calling everyday for every little thing.

Be safe all! and maddy/cheryl what part of FL are ya at? Boca here!

Good question! I had some blended lentil soup yesterday and I realized I was eating/drinking it to fast and got scared cause I got kinda bloated. So sipped water here and there afterward. Thanks Wild for clearing that part up for us!

You girls make my day!! lol.. I am all giggly here.. and then cursing at you all for making me giggle.. which makes my tummy Hurt! lol. Ok ok.. worth the pain!

Grats on the band hun!! Ya, 2nd day is the worse and then after that it was getting better and better everyday! Walk walk.. drink... and rest! and you'll be better in no time!

Hey JF! Congrats on your banding! I just had mine done 10.22.12 and feelin pretty great! Chat with me anytime! I'm here everyday, this place is pretty addictive once you get going. hehe. Take care!

Good luck hun!! you'll do great! I haven't thrown up yet and I am 5 days post op! and yes... ( knock on wood ) hehe

You girls are crazy!! I love it!!! snicker! Hiya Diva , if you ever come back again! lol. I also was banded on Oct 22.! Come back!! This site is the Awesomenessest!

Depends on the Surgeon and his team, but some of here have a pre-op diet of liquids for 14days.. Mine was 7days. It really varies, some get to have 1 small meal and some just protein drinks and soups etc. It's hard.. but it gets easier! I have blue cross blue shield and I was approved pretty quickly. Some have a 6month pre op diet to go by, I luckily didn't have to do that. Read these forums!! Sooo much information, it helped me a lot pre op and Post op. Just had mine done this past monday. Just remember how worth it, it is going to be.. People here are very inspiring!! Good Luck!!

I actually feel like I am going through the same thing. I did call my Dr. officer and they said it was normal. shrug. but geesh it's hurts like hell to even touch the skin? Even my nightgown touching it will hurt. then it goes away. I am also on the same meds.. how is it working for you? anyway.. Grats on the 20lbs! me too! the forums are awesome! hope to see more of ya! Kay

Please do hun. It sounds like a leakage? I was told if that happens to call the dr officer, even if it's 2am. ( not to scare you, she meant if anything that was in a must call the office description ). You should have a number you can call anytime. I've read that most of you had your cuts covered/bandaged, man.. they sent me home with nothing covering them. lol. Not sure if that was a good thing or bad thing tbh with you. I haven't had any problems with them and they seem to be doing good. Pain around my largest incision or sometimes completely away and in the middle of all of them. And wish I saw this thread sooner! I am an Oct bander! Ooh Yaaa! hehe got banded 10/22/12 I am on my 4th day post off and Just started drinking my protein today. I just couldn't get any in the other days. I could barely drink water, well enough to keep me from being dehydrated and that was because my tummy was so darn bloated. Everytime I took sips of water it would make me queasy. Today I am feeling wonderful, had 2 protein shakes.. some propels and a half cup of lentil soup ( blended). Suppose to be on full liquids for another week and a half and then I get to move on to mushies which I can't Wait for!! omg.. so tired of liquids. lol. I am so excited and just can't wait till I can eat right.. real food! and exercise. My Dr. did not fill my band, he said he wanted my body to heal irst and then he will on my fill date which I still am not sure when that is. 4 weeks I think. I was full though after my half cup of soup so much be some restriction at least. I love this place.. and all you here. Everyone has been so awesome.. wish we all lived close by! lol.

Congrats to you all who got your band today! WooWooo!! Glad everything went great! the Journey begins!! Now.. I have a question.. about showers... Have to keep incisions dry.. how do you all manage this? I have only been doing like a sponge bath because I am afraid of getting it wet.. but I really need a shower. lol. HELPS! any suggestions?

You are in my prayers! this is the best thing you can do for yourself. You hubby is being insecure.. just re-assure him.. men ><. that this is for your health and not to go out there trying to find someone new. Good Luck!