NancyintheNorth

@ - thanks for your reply, I'll be sending out info to you on the first meeting.

@chichiA oh please, don't be discouraged...I'll send a private note to you.

@@Patti33 I'll be sending out information to you very soon, thanks for replying

@@Yoga lady - consider setting up a group there. If no one is leading one, why not you?

Who else is out there that would love some support in the GTA?

Hello there everyone,

If you live in the local GTA area, I want to tell you about a new local support group. I'm going to be the new chapter leader in the Oakville/Mississauga/Burlington area.

I was banded in March of this year by Dr. Christopher Cobourn. While I'm not working now, I have a background in management and human resources and I hope to learn along with you. I welcome anyone with a weight issue who has had or will be having any type of bariatric surgery.

I'd love to know who would attend meetings and whether a daytime or an evening meeting is preferable. I can do either.

You don't have to be from Oakville/Mississauga or Burlington. It doesn't matter, however meetings will be held in Oakville.

Bariatric Pal is providing us information for discussion purposes. Our first meeting would be in approximately two weeks where we will discuss the venue and meeting times, how frequently, what people need assistance with etc.

Feel free to comment here, or send me a private message.

Who else is in the GTA of Ontario that might want to join a group? Please send me a note either here or in private.

Thanks

Nancy

Hi Patti - I'm just getting started with meetings. I'll advise once a date/time is set.

Do you prefer a daytime or an evening meeting or does it matter?

Thanks

Nancy

Hello there everyone,

If you live in the local GTA area, I want to tell you about a new local support group. I'm going to be the new chapter leader in the Oakville/Mississauga/Burlington area.

I was banded in March of this year by Dr. Christopher Cobourn. While I'm not working now, I have a background in management and human resources and I hope to learn along with you.

I'd love to know who would attend meetings and whether a daytime or an evening meeting is preferable. I can do either.

You don't have to be from Oakville/Mississauga or Burlington. It doesn't matter, however meetings will be held in Oakville.

Bariatric Pal is providing us information for discussion purposes. Our first meeting would be in approximately two weeks where we will discuss the venue and meeting times, how frequently, what people need assistance with etc.

Feel free to comment here, or send me a private message.

Thanks

Nancy

I don't use many diet products. My exceptions - sweet n low, milk (skim) and I occasionally eat a luna bar, and occasionally a Protein shake.

I lost most of my weight in the two weeks before surgery. After surgery I gained 3 pounds and I've lost that and am now just starting to lose again after a long plateau.

I'm in my 50's

I'm 6 weeks out from surgery

As other posters have said, this will be different based upon so many factors. The band isn't quite working for me yet, I've had one fill and will soon have another, but I"m sticking with a diet that makes sense to me.

Best wishes

I'd be upfront and honest with your surgical team. Talk to them - tell them about your concerns.

Best wishes

I'm also about 6 weeks out and I can still drink as much Water as I want. I can't eat bread, but I do fine with crackers. Experiment! Never say never

look at you!! wayyyy to GO!

Personally - when I moved to solids, I gained three pounds. I'm told by my doctor that this is normal, you'll shed those again. I had my first fill only the past Thursday. Keep moving, keep with your program. Good luck!

congratulations!

So, I've written in my blog about how I've fallen off track. I'm back now and am soooo excited to say that I've lost inches.

In one month

Hips -2 inches

Waist -1 inch

Thigh - .5 inch

Chest - -1.5 inches

My clothes are looser, I feel better!!

5 total inches gone forever

Hi Alex,

Once you posted information on classes for CE Credits. It was for group leadership programs. Can you re-post that link as I thought I had kept it, but can't find it.

Thanks

Nancy

Hi Alex

I'd love to be a chapter leader. I've frequently been a leader of small groups, and have often spoke in front of large groups. I am a co-founder of a large networking group and I facilitate a brainstorming group. Some of that leadership has been paid, and in other cases it's been as a volunteer. I've organized both large and small events and I'm seen as a leader in my community. I have a BBA degree and have worked in Human Resources for many years.

In order to have the most people participate, I think offering a daytime and an evening meeting would be beneficial. I'm not available the first Tuesday of the month, and I have meetings every other Monday, but my schedule is mostly open. I'm self employed and can typically accommodate many days/times.

I look forward to hearing more.

Nancy Ensley

I didn't have this happen to me, but tell them, or call them in advance and ask them. They are well prepared for anything. I know they can handle this with no problems.

Best of luck with your surgery!

Please contact your doctor/medical team and discuss this directly with them.

I was banded just over two weeks ago. I'm feeling good and I'm very happy with my decision. I wish you the very best of everything!

yes I do feel that way at times, but I find it positive. It keeps me in conscious choice, it's my reminder that I must be careful and take care of me every day

I refuse to dwell on it, but it's there, in the background and it keeps me level.

You'll be fine, use it as a tool rather than a stick.

Grief makes people insane. They say and do things they may not typically say.

No, this surgery doesn't make you selfish or a bad mom. This surgery doesn't fix every aspect of your life. It doesn't make you prettier, or smarter either.

It helps with You getting heathier.

Nancy

You can do this the right way. I'm glad you posted your concern. It's never too late to stop and make a u-turn in the right direction.

Don't self sabotage!

Best wishes

Take your time. Absorb the information your doctor and nutritionist offer, and follow their program. Don't deviate. Don't be afraid to call your doctors office, don't be embarrassed about any question. Be NICE to YOU!

Best wishes

Nancy

you are beautiful!

I occasionally put a frozen banana (a whole one - usually a small size) into my Vitamix with Protein powder. Seems to have no negative effect on me.

Hello everyone, I had my surgery on March 5th, I'm on the pureed stage. I have a lap band.