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You are fine. Truthfully from your list I think you did pretty well considering. Just go back on your post op diet today. Slips are very rare, you are okay.

You are fine. I am really glad the food went down okay. That is a very good sign. Just stay on truck until day 21. You haven't slipped your band or anything as you don't have restriction yet. Good job getting back on track and being honest. I did the same thing early banding.

Sorry this happened to you at work. You are right to feel this way. Being obese is a disease and if surgery helps with that whether its elective it is surgery. You are doing so well. Just keep focused on your weight loss and success. One day you may wake up and not care too much about the Sunshine Club, or better yet the people involved in the club. I am sorry this happened to you!

OMG, I have had so many PBs in public. My worse one was at a restaurant. I couldn't make it to the bathroom in time and I PBd back into my soup right in the middle of the restraunt! Thanksfully no one was that close by to see me. I also had one at my son's baseball game yesterday. PBd all the way to the bathroom from eating a sandwich too fast. One guy did see me puking. lol

Wow, you look great. Hope you heal really well!

I can typically call and get in the following week or later in the same week I call. He fills every 2 weeks after your initial fill.

Weight loss will come after you start getting fills. For now, try and fill up on lean proteins. Chicken chopped up finely, fish is soft, chili is soft, creamy soups, etc. Good luck.

I was really nausceous my first month after being banded. The only thing that helped me was anti nauseau medication. You may want to ask for some. It comes in a liquid. Good luck.

I still party a lot. It has slowed down my weight loss since I love to drink. I just eat so much less but drink the same. Oh, those empty calories!

Hi Heather, my life has changed a lot. I am very happily married. My husband is very supportive. More supportive then I could even imagine. He wants me to be happy and also supports me with my plastic surgery indeavors. Our sex life is much better given the fact that I have lost 105 lbs. I am more self confident, enjoy buying clothes etc. I know it will change again once I get my plastic surgery. I am sure it will only make me feel that much better and enhance our lives as well. I am also very successful with my career which is not new. I enjoy seeing all my friends at work and updating them on my progress. Every time I see a team member they always comment on my weight loss which feels very good. I have only positive things to say about my weight loss and the relationships they have affected. Julie

Hi Mommi, yes, this is 100% for me. I am so excited. I am 10 lbs away from having plastic surgery. I am very motivated to make this happen. I don't have the cost yet as they are mailing me the quote. How much did your TT cost? Was it extended? julie

Mine is one big ass. That is so funny, thanks for the laugh.

Karey, how much did you TT and BA cost? That is the first surgery for me. The 2nd is a thigh lift and arms. Thank you both for your posts. I fit into size 16 pants today and couldn't be more thrilled. The overhang on my stomach is so bad that it pooches underneath my tops. I can't wait until that is gone!

salsa, thanks for the post. You are so correct. The pannus that I have only gets worse when I lose more weight. It hangs down near my crotch! There is nothing I can do as far as exercise goes. I am still really excited. Even if it costs me $20k in the long run in life that is not much. Thanks for the support. Julie

With the lapband weight gain is typically a lot less due to the fact that it is adjustable and you can always go get a fill.

Hi Steph, its me again! Yes, its true. So what if I don't spend 3 hours in the gym every day. I am happy with my weight loss and exercise routine. I am still losing 1-2 lbs per week. I can't believe how negative she is about PS. She said that I am basically lazy in her own terms. I am so sick of this. I only want to be a size 16. I am an 18 right now and just fit into so tight 16W the other day. Thank you for your support!

I talked to my sister tonight and she is totally against PS. The most she has lost is 60 lbs. She could totally use a TT BTW. Anyway, my stomach hangs over my thighs, my thighs hang and droop, my boobs are almost an A and sag and my arms have excess skin. She says its the easy way out! So what if I spend $20k on my body. I use to weigh 320 lbs for Christ Sake. I am so sick of opinions. I am so ready for a transformation. She has never lost 120 lbs before! Someone please make me sane for wanting this!

You are doing so good! Just stay on high protein, low carb and lots of vegies. Try and stay to 1 cup per meal if you can and count calories. Try and stay to 1200 calories a day. You will be fine. I am glad you are feeling better.

Hi Steph, what did the $10k include? Was it outpatient? Mine wanted me in overnight for a TT and BA but it looks like it may have to be outpatient now. Let me know. What did the $6k include?

I am now 30 lbs from goal and 10 lbs from plastic surgery. I joined Weight Watchers again and am doing pretty well. I met with the plastic surgeon on Tuesday and she said I could have surgery 20 lbs from goal. That puts me at 10 lbs from PS!

Bring alternative snacks like a fat free fudge bar. Keep your eye on the prize. Its not worth it!

Lauren, I am 10 lbs from PS. Does your doctor include an overnight stay or outpatient?

How much was your tummy tuck and did insurance cover it?

I think my hospital stay alone was over $30k for one night! The actual surgery was only $15k I believe.

Found out today that my insurance will not cover PS. Who else has paid out of pocket and how much? What procedures did you have done?