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You think YOU are scared. I cancelled and changed my mind 3 times in one month. It was off again and on again back and forth. I finally did it. I said to myself that everyone who had the surgery must have gone through the same thing so just get going and dont look back. and I did. I was banded 08-04-09 and have lost 30 lbs. Just remember, we all went through the same fears. some a little more than others. actually, the surgery really wasn't bad. I had hardly any pain

Hi, I was banded Aug.4,09 and have lost 30 lbs since that time. I havent lost a pound in 2 weeks now but thats soon going to change. I go for my 2nd fill oct.28 and Im hoping that I get get good restriction. Yes it does feel great to fit into clothes that were once too tight

well done. tell me the secret to your success. Im following the rules, but 7 weeks out and im at a plateau. keep it up

I want in too. How and where do I sign in. 20 lbs by Thanksgiving is just the inspiration that I need to try to break the plateau

good luck. Keep up the good work. I am at a stand still right now. Im 7 weeks post op. I lost 15 lbs the first 2 weeks, another 5 by the 4th week, and another 2 by week 6. I will try to get back to basics this week and continue my losing streak

sorry about the double ticker. I was trying to place one. Im new at this. thanks

good luck to you all. it sounds like everyone is doing ok.v

I was told not to drink it be because it could cause erosion.

thanks for the help guys. nice to know Im not the only one.

I went to the doc today and was finally given the ok to eat. There were so many foods that I saw ,wanted, or craved when I couldn't have them that now that I've been told to eat, I dont know what to eat first. Also, It's been 4 weeks and 22 lbs gone. for me, it was worth the wait. www.my-calorie-counter.com The webs free Fitness'>http://www.my-calorie-counter.com/"]Fitness Journal >

I went to the doc today and was finally given the ok to eat. There were so many foods that I saw ,wanted, or craved when I couldn't have them that now that I've been told to eat, I dont know what to eat first. Also, It's been 4 weeks and 22 lbs gone. for me, it was worth the wait.:smile2: www.my-calorie-counter.com The webs free Fitness'>http://www.my-calorie-counter.com/"]Fitness Journal >

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Leo, my mom once said to me that I was a failure due to me giving up on a lot of things. I wish I could let her see that I have chosen to better my health by losing weight. I will not give up on the band. even though she's gone now, her words will always make me give it all I have. I dont hate her for saying that, I think she helped me.

Every now and then, I feel a sensation on myupper right side beneath my ribs. I was banded nearly 4 weeks ago. Anyone else every feel this sort of thing?

Every now and then, I feel a sensation on myupper right side beneath my ribs. I was banded nearly 4 weeks ago. Anyone else every feel this sort of thing?

This is exactly why I didn't tell anyone but my husband to daughters about getting the band. I have haters and food police aat work and even some family members. I never want people to watch my every bite and question wheather or not I should be eating something or talking behind my back saying things like "DID YOU SEE WHAT SHE ATE". yes, people can really sabbatoge you.

hi donna, I dont have the answer to that question but I would also like to know what to do. I have been having the same problem so far. I was banded on the 4th and Im still tired,sleepy and feel of no energy. im not on vitamins yet and I keep telling myself that once on vitamins and at least eating some soft foods, that I will feel a lot better. good luck to us both!

How do I deal with the haters? I havent told anyone except spouse and children that I was getting banded. there is one person at work that knows because we were both doing this on a buddy system, except she had GBP surgery. she is doing well and have lost 75 lbs and the haters are really giving her hell. What do I do? go ahead and tell them or continue to lie about it. Im 12 days out of surgery right now, but they will soon start to see my weight loss as well.:thumbup:

How do I deal with the haters? I havent told anyone except spouse and children that I was getting banded. there is one person at work that knows because we were both doing this on a buddy system, except she had GBP surgery. she is doing well and have lost 75 lbs and the haters are really giving her hell. What do I do? go ahead and tell them or continue to lie about it. Im 12 days out of surgery right now, but they will soon start to see my weight loss as well.:sad:

you're right, I have thought about the start and the end weight. I didnt give much thought to what I may have to go through to get to that end weight. and what about my co-worker? I have one thats kinda close to me but I know how negative she feels about any weight loss surgery, so I dare not tell her. One other co-worker had the GBP and the first coworker is really hating on her and we know thats its only due to her losing some weight. therefore I must lie to her in order to have peace with her on the job. What do I do? she will soon start to see my weight loss too.

Im 5 days post and and NO, it havent been a barrel of laughs. not to complain though. I too am on liquids, ice pops, and jello, and sugar free everything liquid LOL. It did feel good to be home in my own bed

I didnt have much pain at all after ssurgery, but after going home the gas pains started. Like you, I was also nervous all the way leading up to my surgery. six days post op and everytime I think the gas is gone, it shows back up meaner than before.

hey guys, 5 days out of surgery and the gas is unbelievable. im on liquids and haven't had a fill yet, but im experiening some sort of reflux. Anyone know what Im talking about. I heard that walking helps to get rid of it, but it aint working. the gas just wont all come out---HELP!!!!. I've even tried gasx strips.