nhanson

I have the same problem...I just scheduled my ps for September - have your doctor document the sores and rashes. Actually have a couple doctors see you for the problem. It will make the documentation process easier to get your insurance to cover the problem

How long is the recuperation for a Tummy Tuck and a breast lift. When can you safely resume activities like swimming. I have my surgery scheduled for early July and want to make sure that I will be recovered enough for my vacation at the end of of July.

great suggestions, thanks!

Does anyone have any suggestions or ideas for how to control night time snacking. I am able to have great will power all day-but I have the hardest time controlling my eating in the evening. I am not hungry - I know I am not hungry....Oy! I have been at a plateau for 2 months now and am getting frustrated especially since I only have 20 pounds left to get to goal.

Thanks for all your support guys! I have been doing much better. It is still a daily struggle, but I know that it will get better again. and smsmithart and Kikival315 - I know you will get back on too. Good Luck!

I need to get back on track. After my birthday - I totally got off track. I know I am making bad choices and eating even if I am hungry. I have done really well this year. I have lost 110 lbs since October 2007. I am just "confessing' my food issue to help me to get back on track. Thanks for listening!

I am having a horrible time with saggy skin on my stomach. I have lost 90 pounds since October and my stomach hangs alot. I have 30 pounds left to go before goal and I will need to fix that. Truth is I knew I was going to need it anyway, because I believe my stomach lost all the elasticity in it when I was pregnant with my second daughter. She weighed 12lbs and was 24 inches long at birth. Nothing like giving birth to a toddler to really do a number on your figure! The other problem I have is my breasts - I lost alot in them they are now like long tube socks with something in the toe. that is pretty depressing! My thighs and arms were able to bounce back pretty well though!

you are not alone. I was banded in October and have recently lost all motivation. My trouble time is the evening while I am watching tv, so I have moved away from the living room to my bed room. I have also taken to brushing my teeth between meals when I'm not hungry but want to eat. I hope that my motivation will return soon and I won't have to keep resorting to other methods besides just being full. I will pass for you - you have done an amazing job - keep up the great work!

I added in a short bike ride in everyday and upped my water intake.

Thanks! I danced too. I haven't been under 200 lbs since I was 18!

because I'm finally in Onderland. The scale this morning said 199. Woo Hoo!! I was banded on October 24th and have reached 79lbs down. These last few pounds have taken longer than usual to get off, but they are finally gone.

I have been at around 203 for about 2 weeks...aargh I can't wait to finally be in onederland.

I have had a bad few days. I have totally been on plan since October (surgery October 24th) and have totally lost my will power. I even lasted through Christmas. On Friday my husband and I went into the City to hang out and then go to a show - We ate out all weekend and I even had dessert. That sent me over the edge. I have not been able go for a few hours without a major carbo crave. Seriously, I am even right now totally obsessing over every bite of crap in my house. I have literally eaten so many different things I shouldn't. I will be going on shakes and water tomorrow and Friday to try to detox from the carbohydrates. I am so close to being under 200 lbs for the first time in over 16 years. I just have to put my mind to it. This post is just for me to try to get my mind in order. Hopefully by admitting everything, I will be able to overcome my recent eating fiasco!

Nhanson ......... 226 ....... 196 ........ 220 ......... 30 Woohoo 6 pounds gone!!

I'd like to lose 14 pounds by Valentines day! I was banded on October 24th and lost 20 before the surgery and 34 since.