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Last of 2008 Weight Loss Challenge
- Tattoos
When I reach my goal weight I am going to get "Phenomenal Woman ". I just don't know where on my body.- my family is DEADSET against lapbanding....
It's all about you right now. It is your health that is at risk. Do what is best for you,- W.T.M
W.T.M, a weight loss surgery photo album by jazzyywan on BariatricPal. 4 photos in Member Photo Gallery.- flying
Is it safe to fly the same day you get a fill?- 2 Month Progress PICS!
You look great Lexy, congratulations on your weight loss so far. I am also two months out and 40 pounds lighter. I have to take some pictures of myself and post them. Well again, congratulations and keep up the good work...- Fear of Food?
A good friend of mine was afriad to eat also and the doctor didn't like that at all. Well a long story short, the doctor ended up taking her band. Your band can also slip from you not eating....- Nearing a Major Goal!!!!!!
That is WONDERFUL!!! I am so happy for you.- 6 week post-op
I went to my six week post-op appt yesterday and got my first fill. I got 2ccs in a 10cc band. restriction is very good. I also got weighed and I am down 40 pounds...:thumbup: I am so happy!! The lapband is the best!!!!!!- Uplifting and Positive Thoughts ONLY . . .
Congrats to you.... I also love my band. I love that I can get up every morning and walk three miles and I also walk 5 miles every night without getting tired. I also love that I get full after a half of cup of food without a fill. I also lost 40 pounds in 6 1/2 weeks and lost 3 dress sizes. Like I say to the people who knew I get the band, I you have any negetive things to say about me being banded, don't say anything at all.... Once again, I LOVE MY BAND!!!- Ah, what the hay!! (Progress photos)
I can see the difference in your face and shoulders. You look great. Keep up the good work and congrats.....- Calling all teachers, busy moms, heck..anyone with suggestions...HELP!!
Go for a walk on you free period or you lunch break. See if that will work.- 4 day post op
Hello Chris, I found it easier to sleep on the couch, I couldn't sleep in my bed it was to flat for me. So I was on the couch for about a week in a half. Well good luck.- Hi
Welcome Sherry, I got banded on May 21st 2008 and I will tell you it is the best thing I have ever done for myself. Well Good Luck with your journey...- Sleep Study Question
Well, when I went for sleep study, the tech is not supposed to tell you if you have sleep apena or not. The off will call you back if you have it in a week or two. If you have sleep apena, you have to do another sleep study sleeping with a mask the second time around.- Exersice Band Wagon
Hello, I walk two times a day. I walk 30 minutes in the morning before work and 1 to 11/2 hours in the evening. I am also going to start the gym this coming monday...- HOW long has whole approval thing taken?
Hi Heidib, I met with my surgeon on February 21st. She mailed my letter saying I was approved and my my testing dates on February 30th. I was lucky because all of my test were in March. I met back with my surgeon on April 30th and had my surgery on May 21st 2008.- What did you find the hardest to deal with post op?
Hello,My most difficult this is to lotion my left leg and foot. "lol" Because my port is on my left side. I do feel thirsty sometimes but a sip is just enough right know. And I haven't felt hungry since I had the surgery which was on May 21st. Well good luck to you and keep in touch.- Weigh in... how much have u lost?
Hello, I wan banded on May 21st and I lost 20 pounds. Good Luck To All.....- 5/21 sugery 2 week follow up & new foods
That is wonderful, congrats on the 27 pound weight loss. I was also banded on the 21st of May and I lost 20 pounds. My nutritionist said I can eat pureed foods like chicken, egg salad, tuna, and so on. Well anyway good luck and way to go.- Banded on May 28th...One Week Post-Op Update
Hello, I was banded on May 21st. I went for my two week post-op appointment and I lost 20 pounds. I am eating pureed foods now...- Walk Away The Pounds
I have the one and two mile walk. I love it, you burn lots of calories when doing it.- So excited!!!
Hey Everybody, I went for my two week post op appointment and I lost 20 pounds.... I can't believe it, I am so excited.- I want tomato soup !
I was also banded on May 21st and it is alright to have v8 and tomato soup. The nutritionist gave me menu. Your on full liquids right, if so you can have it.- What are you drinking? Liquid stage suggestions...
Hi Lexi, My doctor said the only thing I can drink is apple juice, cranberry juice, jello, and broth. "Why is That" But I am not hungry and I am not getting in all of my calories... - Tattoos