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MandaMom23 replied to gowalking's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
I was just thinking about this as I tied my shoes. When I was 300lbs, I couldn't breathe when I bent over to tie my shoes! Now, not only can I breathe, but I can even continue a conversation while doing so! ...it's these (not so) little things that make this journey so worth it! -
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Scared, Scared, Scared - Lap Band Surgery Date coming up Jan.30, 2015
MandaMom23 replied to CC155's topic in Weight Loss Surgeons & Hospitals
Totally normal! I remember laying in bed unable to sleep the night before my surgery I was so terrified...of both the procedure, and the unknown of post op! I even asked my husband WHAT THE HELL AM I DOING???? I can tell you, I have no regrets! I live a life I never imagined...from the size of my clothes and being able to shop in any store I want, to how I can walk without being out of breath, I can actually PLAY with my kids! It's amazing!! You have a whole new life to look forward to, you can do this! -
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Today is my Bandiversary!
MandaMom23 replied to gowalking's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
So Amazing and Inspiring! Happy, Happy Bandiversary! -
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What's your goal? And what are you doing to get yourself there?
MandaMom23 replied to funky_monkey800's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
For me, setting a goal was difficult. I had been overweight from high school thru my entire adult life up to that point, so I didn't know or remember what it was like to be a 'normal' weight. My dr wanted me to have a goal set, and I pulled 170lbs out of nowhere as the weight I wanted to be. She didn't feel that was realistic for me, and wanted me to choose something more doable (looking back, I don't know why she doubted me). I had no clue what number to pick, so instead of setting a goal weight/end date, I set my 'goal' to simply get down to the next lb from where I was. Everytime I lost a pound, my goal was to reach the next pound down, until I got to where my body just settled and I was maintaining. It took me just over a year to get there. I had no set date, no set number, I just kept strict to the rules of my band, and let my body do the rest. I recorded (and celebrated) every ounce I lost as motivation. It worked, and I'm maintaining 30lbs less than the weight my dr told me wasn't realistic I really think it's important to find what's doable for you. It may take a little bit of time to figure out what that is. Maybe set a goal range for each month? Instead of a strict 5lbs, tell yourself 2-5lbs? That takes some of the pressure off. Also, remember to focus on all those nonscale things that come along with this journey! There were many times my weight didn't move, but my clothes felt a bit more loose, or I'd get a compliment about my weightloss. Also, I don't use shakeology, or anything like that. -
I love, LOVE my coffee! I mostly make it my own adding cream and stevia, but I do treat myself to starbucks once or twice a month. It's very easy to drink away your calories, so if it's the sugary coffee drinks you go for...drink them with caution
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50lbs is pretty fantastic! Congrats!! Nothing to be discourage about there! Something that really helped me while losing, was not focusing on how far I had to go. I literally took my weightloss 1lb at a time, and was encouraged by every single pound I'd go down! I had to (sometimes constantly) remind myself It's a process, and not always a fast one! Also, when I found myself discouraged by what the scale said, I'd set nonscale goals and focus on those for awhile. Maybe you could set a goal and focus on getting your Protein in, and drinking your Water. You're doing great! Keep it up! You've got this!
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1 year, 50lbs...only?
MandaMom23 replied to Wanna-Be-Healthy's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
Congrats to you! Now, drop that "ONLY" in front of that 50!!!! 50lbs is nothing to hang your head about!! That's amazing! It's YOUR journey, and everyone loses at different paces! This isn't a race, this is for life. Keep up the great work! -
No Weight Loss in a month
MandaMom23 replied to prmasci's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
First, CONGRATS on losing 20lbs!! That's great!! I know it's easy to be sucked in by that number on the scale, but if it's bringing you down, stay away from it for awhile. Focus on things that the scale can't show you...How are you feeling over all? Are your clothes fitting any better? etc... Keep up the great work, and the weight will come off! -
Newbies...Lap Band results are real and just short of miraculous.
MandaMom23 replied to PrettyThick1's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Gorgeous!!!! You look absolutely amazing!! So inspiring!!! And you're right, the results are real and really do happen! I think it's important for the newbies to know this, and remember this during their journey. Congrats on your success! -
Wow, that's an amazing goal! My 9 year old keeps asking me if I'll run a 5K with her...I think you just inspired me to make that my goal for this year! Wishing you the best of luck!
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Surgery Tomorrow - Excited but Nervous
MandaMom23 replied to Cindi2014's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Congrats and good luck! It's going to be so worth it! -
Left Shoulder Pain after eating
MandaMom23 replied to Bandedchick2013's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I have this occasionally...sometimes while I eat, as well as after exercise. I have discussed it with my surgeon, and he says it's due to irritation to the vagus nerve. He said it's common with the lapband for the vagus nerve to be irritated (but not eveyone gets the referred shoulder pain). From what he said, there isn't much they can do for it. For me, It doesn't happen all the time, but I have found that certain foods seem to trigger it (bread, eggs and oatmeal). I would discuss it with your surgeon so they can rule out any other problem that may be causing this discomfort for you. Good luck! -
That's awesome! Congrats!
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How do you feel about eating out after weight loss surgery?
MandaMom23 replied to Alex Brecher's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
I eat out a lot. For the most part, I go, and try not to worry about it. BUT, I almost always know what I'll be ordering before I even enter the restaurant. I like to go online and check for the healthiest options at whatever restaurant I'll be eating at. With that being said, there have been times we've ended up somewhere, and I have no clue ahead of time what they have or what to order. I get very overwhelmed trying to make the best choice when I'm in this situation. It's something I'm working on, and hopefully, eventually, I will overcome this. -
Sounds like you're doing great!! Don't let the scale bring you down. The first 6 weeks, especially, are all about healing from surgery, so remember that. Also, It's very common to go days, even weeks, sometimes without the scale moving. Make sure you're paying attention to all the great things the scale can't show you (how your clothes fit, how you feel overall, etc...) Congrats, and keep up the great work!