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When the time is right, it will happen. I have considered waiting until I have been banded a year. I guess we'll see when this summer rolls around how I feel about it. I have talked to my doc about it and he says whenever I'm ready to go for it. My bloodwork always comes back perfect. I'm getting all my nutrients and nothing that shouldn't be high is. He said that's where he wants people to be before they consider it. Only time will tell....

Welcome to LBT! We are always happy to have others join us! Regarding acid reflux...I suffered from this for years and was on a daily prescription to control it. Since about a month after being banded, it stopped. No pills, no problems. Not everyone suffers from it after being banded but some do. There is really no way to know ahead of time. In my opinion, the surgery benefits are well worth the acid reflux. They do have good meds out there to take care of it. Best of luck to you both! Keep us posted!

That's wonderful! Every little bit helps! Keep it up and you will be doing 30 mins in no time!

Anytime. I had my surgery in the states but I know several people on here have had theirs in Mexico and are doing great. Everything that I have read about it has been positive! Search around, I know there are threads about banding in Mexico. If you can't find one, ask about people's experiences. They could recommend a good surgeon to you!

Congratulations Jodi!!! That's wonderful!

Shirley I am sorry you are having to deal with this. Sometimes it is difficult for our loved ones to understand exactly what we are going through and why we feel we need this. My dh wasn't thrilled about it so we spent a year researching it and deciding. Now, he's as big an advocate for it as I am! It sounds like your family is scared that something bad will happen and they will lose you. Dh was the same way. I had to make him understand that the chance of that was FAR greater if I stayed like I was then if I had the surgery. My advice, sit them down and have a true heart-to-heart with them. Don't hold back. I don't know if any of them struggle with their weight or not but make them understand exactly what it is like for you. Your fears, your pains, your hurt, everything! My dh doesn't struggle with his weight so I had to make him understand. It took a lot of long talks, lots of tears and lots of trust. Good luck to you. I wish you the best. Please keep us posted on how everything is going.

Welcome to LBT! There is a lot of great information on here and some fantastic people! Glad to have you join us! Good luck on your journey to a new you!

Oh to be in onederland! Someday I will be. I just know it. The weight loss has helped regulate my cycles. I use to be so unregular but now, right on time every month. I'm not on the pill anymore so we try to be careful. If it happens, we will be happy! We may not necessarily have it planned for right now but it would be great anyway. It sounds like for you it was a nice surprise during a difficult time! Children are such a blessing!

TANN!!!! :wow2: You look great!! The camera loves you! You are absolutely beautiful!

Way to go Tann!! Boy those suckers sure did travel far! That's alright, they aren't staying! I decided to do 2 days of m/e and see what kinda results I get. I am taking the weekend off since it's my wedding anniversary and then back to m/e on Monday. It gets easier everytime. I have added Benefiber to my every day diet so no more problems in that area. I'm off to a good start today. It's going to get better and better!!

Welcome to LBT Deanna! This is a wonderful site full of information and supportive people. Glad to have you join us! For instructions on your ticker, check out this thread: http://www.lapbandtalk.com/get-ticker-your-t16218.html

Congratulations! Keep up the good work!

Gloria, that is completely normal. Your band is empty and it is designed to work best with fills. Besides, liquids go right on through so you won't have a full feeling. I know it's hard but you can make it through this. You will notice changes after you get fills. It may take more than one so don't get discouraged. Also, remember the first 6 weeks are for healing so if you don't lose weight, don't get down. Anything lost during that time is a bonus. I hope this helps. Welcome to bandland!!

Turner, I was going to ask you if you lost because you were supposed to give some pounds to me and I gained 2 lbs. yesterday. :faint: Ugh! Oh well, I'm working them off today. (I wasn't too good yesterday.) Congrats on the weight loss!!! That is fantastic!! Keep knocking them off! How is everyone doing on Sarge's rules for the week? I wish I could say good but I have faltered some. I'm recommitting to the rules today! I will pull myself out of my lazy slump.

Welcome to LBT Judi! I enjoyed your post! That alternate Judi will be moving on soon! Girl you have already beat cancer and proved yourself to be a strong woman. You will do fantastic with the band! Best of luck to you! Keep us posted!

Hello Cheryl! I am sorry to hear you have been through so much. My heart goes out to you. Things are going to get better though! You are so blessed to have parents who are willing to help with the costs. It's wonderful to have a family who supports your decision! I wish you the best of luck and hope to hear from you soon saying your surgery is scheduled!

Hey Charlotte! Welcome to LBT! Monday will be here before you know it! Best of luck to you! I hope to see some wonderful weight loss pics from you someday!

Welcome to LBT John! You are starting a journey that can make your life better than you could have ever imagined. Good luck with everything and if you have questions, just ask!

Welcome to LBT Lici! I can't tell you whether you should do the band or not; you need to decide that. The fears that you have are completely normal! We have all had them. This is a big step but what an impact it can have on your life! The lapband should have no negative effects on you as far as having kids. My dh and I are certainly looking that way and my surgeon assured me that it wasn't a problem at all. They could just remove the liquid from the band and I would have a normal pregnancy. In fact, I could have a much healthier one because I have lost weight prior to getting pregnant. As far as insurance, I don't know. Check your policy or give them a call and they could tell you. Every company/policy is different. One thing I have learned, if they deny you, fight, fight, fight. Don't give in easily! Best of luck to you! Keep us updated on everything!

Kari, I am so sorry to hear about the struggles you have had. Thank goodness things are going better now. Keep your head up, the weight will come off. I'm glad to have you join us on LBT. It is a wonderful place to come for support and to ask questions!

Welcome to LBT! I'm sure it is very difficult being around food all the time. I wouldn't be able to do it.:faint: Best of luck to you! Let us know when your surgery is.

Thanks!! I have went too many years eating and drinking whatever I wanted. Dh and I want to start a family but I refuse to do it until I get more weight off. That's a big motivation!!!

Don't feel bad about your progress. 30 lbs. is wonderful!! Keep in mind that I have 100 lbs. more to lose then you. That may have something to do with it. As far as what I am doing....yes, I am eating. I watch my calorie intake and exercise. I set mini goals for myself and that really helps me stay on track. For instance, my wedding anniversary is this Sunday and I had a place in mind that I wanted to be by then and I really pushed myself. I am happy to report that I have beat that goal by 2 lbs. and am going to push myself to lose 3 more by then. Who knows if I will but if I don't continue to push myself, I won't be able to do it. There are some things that I could do but don't because I know it's best for me not to. For instance, I only drink water. I could have other sf drinks but I choose not to. I also rarely eat any bread or potatoes. I never buy either one and therefore I'm not tempted. Desserts are a thing of the past, I just don't go there anymore. I am very fortunate that dh is totally supportive and if I'm not eating it, he won't either. Keep up the good work Karen. You are doing great!!

We have fantastic moderators, don't we?!? :first: Thanks Wheetsin!!

I don't know if it would work or not but I'd be willing to try. Since I like piercings to begin with and it has the possible benefit of helping with weightloss, I'd do it. I may be banded but I still get hungry. I know some bandsters don't and I would love to be one of them.