RichGirl

That's too bad Mark. The first question I will ask is did you follow nutrition guidelines? Did you follow directions on what and how much to eat? The band is only a tool not a miracle cure. You must work very hard at helping the band do its job by eating the correct foods and amounts. I would get an appointment with a nutritionist ASAP to help you with food planning, then I'd go back to the Dr. For a check up to make sure your band is ok. You certainly can do this, but it takes determination and will. Good luck and you will have a lot of support here on this forum.

When were u banded? 12/9/10
How much hve u lost ? 216 pounds
Whats your current weight? 161
Measurements
Before After
Bust 44" 34"
Waist 42" 28"
Hips 77" 37"
BMI 55 23
SIzes
Top 2-3x Small
Bottom 4 or 5x 8

I was banded 7/31/12 and was 267 today I'm 202 ...2 pounds to go to get to my Dec 31 goal of being under 200 pounds...well all day long..you know you weigh less in the morning but 65 pounds down and have gone from a 22/24 to a 14/16.

Banded May 23, 2012 starting weight 217 and current weight 158. So 59lbs but I havent exercised or really dieted but I'm happy with the results thus far. I know if I'm going to hit my goals Im going to need to start excersizing and eating healthier

I was banded Dec 5th. Yay to all of us for starting diets during holiday season!

Hi Everyone! Today was my first follow up appointment with my Dr. My surgery was on Nov.16th and with the holiday, this was the first time my doctor was in my area. Y'all, I have lost 40lbs. This includes my 1 week of liquids pre-op. I am thrilled, and awed, and thankful! I was too excited not to share.
Hope everyone is doing well!!
Kristy

Best wishes from the Banded b*****s!
:wub:

I just got to my room, the surgery was a little more than 2 hours. I had a hernia they had to repair. The gas pain is unreal. The best way I can describe is feeling like I stuffed myself with an excess amount of food and its putting so much pressure on my chest. I have left shoulder pain that's awful!! I'm ok, but I can't wait to feel better.

I just got to my room, the surgery was a little more than 2 hours. I had a hernia they had to repair. The gas pain is unreal. The best way I can describe is feeling like I stuffed myself with an excess amount of food and its putting so much pressure on my chest. I have left shoulder pain that's awful!! I'm ok, but I can't wait to feel better.

I'm just checking in at the hospital now too! So excited!

Well it's finally here! I got the call today to tell me that I'm scheduled for surgery at 12:30 tomorrow. I've lost 12 pounds on my two weeks of shakes! And of course tonight I'm starving to death! I'm drinking herbal tea and trying to trick myself but its not working. I'm nervous about tomorrow but excited in the right.

Well it's finally here! I got the call today to tell me that I'm scheduled for surgery at 12:30 tomorrow. I've lost 12 pounds on my two weeks of shakes! And of course tonight I'm starving to death! I'm drinking herbal tea and trying to trick myself but its not working. I'm nervous about tomorrow but excited in the right.

Well it's finally here! I got the call today to tell me that I'm scheduled for surgery at 12:30 tomorrow. I've lost 12 pounds on my two weeks of shakes! And of course tonight I'm starving to death! I'm drinking herbal tea and trying to trick myself but its not working. I'm nervous about tomorrow but excited in the right.

Good luck! My surgery is Wednesday! I know what you mean about sleeping, I woke up at 3 this morning and couldn't go back to sleep. Good luck with everything and make sure to post and let us know how your doing.

The only thing I can't eat is raw carrots. To be truthful no need to have a last supper. Most will be able to eat favorite foods after healing from surgery, just less of them.

I'm just curious, how long does the procedure take? I can't remember what the doctor said.

I was in at 8:00 and home by 11:30. Actual surgery with plication was 45 minutes.

You'll do great!

Surgery is an hour, but 30 mins set up and 30 recovery. Least that's how mine was.

For the past three years I have readied myself with holiday cheer and a half-ass attempt at mapping out the 'perfect' plan for losing weight in the new year.
By March I would feel defeated and begin to fear the coming of Spring, which would then lead to Summer … my least favorite time of year (even as a teacher!) because of my weight.
This year … right now … today … I am smiling!
Yes, I am nearly 100 pounds over weight, but 2013 will prove to be THE year …
The year I buy a size 10 jeans.
The year I embrace Spring with bright colors in my wardrobe!
The year I am eager for summer to arrive so I can wear SHORTS!
The year I go to the beach with my children and don't feel as if I need to hide under a black 'cover-up'!
The year I leave the lights on … if you know what I mean! :wub:
My approval letter arrived last week and I am scheduled for banding on the 18th of December … pre-op diet starts on Monday … it's not going to be easy … but neither is lugging 100 pounds around for another year.
Bring it on 2013 … !!!!!

The pre-op diet varies by doctor. Some require all liquids (protein shakes, clear broths, sugar free Jello and Popsicles) and some require a combo of that and straight Protein (meaning chicken/turkey/fish/egg whites and veggies). Most of the diets are very caloric restrictive. 500-1000 calories per day.

Did it go okay I start mine next week

I just weighed myself for the first time since I started my pre-op diet. Did 9 days of a low carb diet and am 4 days post op and I'm down 17lbs.
What an amazing feeling!