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Everything posted by Boo Boo Kitty
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Fuller Foods????
Hey all, I need some help. I have been STARVING for about 3 days. I am holding strong and not had any Cookies, fast food, ect. I tell my tummy NO NO NO! But the growls are begining to overshadow thoughts... I am just beginning to eat smooshies. What can I eat that is good for me but will last longer with that fuller feeling? I have added protien to everything..lol.. Does anyone have anything that just hits the spot? (I can not wait until I am able to get a first fill....)
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Does anyone have a scale addiction?
I weigh myself 3-5 times a day, I know it is becoming a problem. I expect it to go down from morning to mid-morning, dinner whatever. I assume it should move down constantly and when it doesn't move I am a wreck.... I don't know how to beat it. I have to have it. I think it is the only thing getting me through this.... I am glad and saddened I am not the only one.
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What reason did you give your job for being out of work?
LOL!!!!!!!!! That is exactly what I said and what my plan is later! :clap2: :clap2: :clap2: :clap2:
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Can you chug down water?
I am only close to 2 weeks post-op so I don't know how far I can push it. I am NOT a sipper so it is hard. Sometimes I gulp and then spit it back into the cup out of total fear...lol...I love water and wants lots of it!
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Weigh too much for band?
I started my journey with the band on the 1st. Before the pre-op I weighed 315. My PCP told me that I would never loose anything with the band, but my surgeon felt it was the best choice for me. SO I did it. 11 days after surgery I am now a healthier 287! SO NO way are you too big for the band, and you CAN do it! Get a new Dr. for a second opinion, it is your body!
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August Band Crew!!!!!
Awww Scriby I know EXACTLY how you feel, I felt the same way! It does get better. I am now 11 days out and doing much better. There is a light at the end of the tunnel, trust me. I found it. Just be good to yourself and rest! Hugs
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What will you do with your underwear??
I think Victoria's Secret really is that a man created that store! lol... I have never had a damn thing in there fit me, but I can't wait until they do! :faint: :faint: :faint: :faint: :faint:
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I'm new! I'm new!
Welcome Virginia! I hope your journey starts soon for you! It is life changing! I have only been banded a few weeks, but already have great results. Good luck and Welcome!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :biggrin1: :biggrin1:
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Living with Kids, Hubby and the Band?
Since I am still in the liquid stage, I can't make them eat what I am. But I have already made some serious changes in their diet. They have had no junkfood, fast food ect. in 3 weeks now. Now my girls ask if things are healthy or not when we go to the store. They are trying hard to make good choices. They ask all of the time "mommy when can you eat?" lol.... But they are being very supportive for me. DH is trying to adjust as well. He misses his junk food, but he will get over it! :faint:
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August Band Crew!!!!!
WOOO HOOOO!! I just went for my surgery follow up today. I have lost 28 lbs in 3 weeks. (only 8 after surgery last week) SO the nurse told me I have lost 12% of my body fat! That made me feel so great! :clap2: :clap2: :clap2: There was a scary guy there though that freaked me out. He said that he gained lots of weight before he got his first fill. AND told me the only reason I have lost so much is because I am scared to eat?? WTH??? He pissed me off so bad. I don't like anyone telling me that I can't do something, especially someone who doesn't even know my name. He went on talking about how he pigged out before his fill. What an idiot! Even if I was hungry pizza abd junkfood will not be my choices! Grrrr... How can anyone be so stupid????
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Weigh In Corner
WOOO HOOO! Good job girl! I knew you could do it! Go get a pedicure or something nice for yourself (not food) lol to celebrate!
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August Band Crew!!!!!
Welcome back banded! :huggie: Glad everything went well, and enjoy the Loratab! :huggie:
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I made Twoterville!!!
Congratulations! We are all so proud of you. I just recently hit it as well, it is so GREAT isn't it? Hugs!
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Brothers treat me like crap...
I am so sorry. I unfortunately know EXACTLY what you are going through. My brother who is 27 still old enough to know better does the same thing. I couldn't in even tell him that I was going to get surgery in fear of what he might say to me. It breaks my heart inside as well. Your family are supposed to be the people that support you most, and we are missing out on that. It is so unfair.... Message me if you just want to talk or strategize!
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Pulling feeling? What is it?
Thank you all I am so glad that I found the site, the support here is unbelivable. Thank you.
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Weigh In Corner
Just realized I am 292 now. Not just 25 pounds less BUT UNDER 300!!!!! I feel so GREAT!! :faint: :faint: :faint: :faint: :faint: :faint: :faint: It ain't easy but it sure as hell is worht it!
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We're through! Get outta here!
25 pounds BYE BYE. Please never find your way back to me, I don't miss you! Goodbye twinkies Goodbye fast food that spreads out my a$$ Goodbye junk food Goodbye GO AWAY AND DON'T COME BACK!
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We're through! Get outta here!
25 pounds BYE BYE. Please never find your way back to me, I don't miss you! Goodbye twinkies Goodbye fast food that spreads out my a$$ Goodbye junk food Goodbye GO AWAY AND DON'T COME BACK!
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Weigh In Corner
Congratulations! We are all so proud of you! :scared: Big hugs!:kiss2:
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Pulling feeling? What is it?
I was banded on the 1st. I feel this awful pulling feeling on my left side. I am pretty sure this is where the port is, but has anyone else experienced this? I am in alot of pain most of the time and can never get comfortable sitting, lying whatever..I didn't expect this much pain. I feel like a wimp. I can't bend over because I feel like something will pull out. IS this normal the first week or something?? Thanks in advance...
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Now and Then (link with photos)
You look marvelous darling! Congrats on the new baby! :clap2: :clap2: :clap2: :clap2:
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Where are all the Michigan people at??
Yes I am still in alot of pain, I feel this constant pulling in my side. I am doing the drugs plus liquid Tylenol. I feel like a big baby, but I am not like that all! :scared:
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any advice
I have IBS as well. Something that works great and is a natural diaretic is FRESH pinapple juice. Has to be fresh from the pinapple. (the pieces work as well.) It will work very fast so don't go anywhere, trust me! :omg:
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Where are all the Michigan people at??
Welcome back Josette! I am so glad it went great for you! Big hugs. I am so jelous of all of you who have no pain. :scared:
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August Band Crew!!!!!
LOL..mine too...I use ice and it feels MUCH better!