sherryact2

Definately a GOOD question. I will just need to figure out the GOAL Happy New Year to ALL

So happy for you Merry Christmas!:smile2:

Well it is offical met goal. Had dr. appointment today and down to 198 1 lb. less than goal. He was so excited he hugged me. So I am now smaller than I was at 17 which is hmm well at least 35+ years ago. Merry Christmas to ALL. Hoping all are reaching goals and if not dont beat yourself up because I am SURE all are doing the best they can for today! We are SUPER or we wouldn't have got the band in the first place. It takes a courageous person to step out in unknown territories. God bless!

Well I did it! I have met my goal 199 this am and am now in ONEDERLAND! Merry Merry Christmas to me. That was what I wanted for Christmas. I trust ALL are meeting their goals OR are trying as hard as possible. Fluffy Thanks for the challenge!

I have lost 2 more lbs. Believing I will make my goal. The hardest for me will to be at daughters 10 days over Christmas don't do well away from home BUT she is banded too (in May) and we are now both in 16 so... this will help. I have lost 74 lbs total 40+ since surgery 9/23 tried hard before surgery but am so thankful for band off a lot of medicines and looking forward to being off more. God is so good. Happy Birthday Jesus. Blessings to all as they meet their goals. Thanks again Fluffy Already looking forward to Valentines Day. Now there is a challenge look out Victoria Secret.:rolleyes2:. Ps I haven't been this size since age 17! Can you imagine?

My goal was 199 by Christmas Day . I am at 203 so think I will make it. Best to ALL Focus on healthy though. This is a struggle time for us with all the goodies and to do lists stressing us. God bless! Thanks

Fluffy Jen for starting this. I feel supported and visit often

Jaynell Congratulations! You can do it

I used a heating pad and it helped with pain and gas. Give it a try.......hope it helps.

Count me in! I want to lose 12 lbs by then. I wanted Onederland for Christmas and dr. says he believes Santa will bring me what I want. I have been a good girl LOL. God bless ALL for all the efforts of NOT eating the "junk" or revising anyway.

Congratulations!:drool: You sure have something to be thankful for!

I really believe that suppot is VERY important. My dr. had me sign a paper stating whether I did or didn't have adequate family support. I also decided to get professional one on one help for awhile to help the rough times. I also plan to attend the support group meetings that they have monthly. It is REALLY nice to get family and freinds to be there BUT when not PLEASE look elsewhere. I pray the best for you in your journey.

Sherry

I can certaintly relate to the crying episodes and all the mental "stuff". It was constant for about 2-3 weeks and then subsided BUT occasionally rears it's head again. I have been told a lot was the anestia (sp) I think it played apart along with ALL the other issues. I had surgey on 9/23 and still get those feelings when doing something new. We will make it I am sure.Take care

Go Tory I felt restriction too and couldn't figure it out. But surgeon told me that it was swelling from surgery. I was never hungry until week 3 and decided to stay on full liquids b/c felt good there. Oh I had tried a boiled egg and it didnt feel like it went down right. So:thumbup: I decided for me best to not have fill and am waiting 2 more weeks to adjust. I felt I needed the strength before moving on. I had surgery on 9/23 and down 29 lbs. Best to you and keep me posted.

Welcome ! I started here late Feburary or early March and learned all I could from those that had already been where I wanted to go. The information was a big help in making the decision. I asked alot of questions before deciding. I had my lap band surgery on September 23 and have lost around 30 lbs. I went home the same day (that was a surprise) and had mild pain but nothing as expected. I am still learning how to deal with the "changed me" but I am sure glad I took the time to learn before doing. It is life changing for sure. Best to you

Congratulations not too much longer now Does your dr. know of the cough? They might be able to give you something to assure you are well enough for surgery. Let me know how you are doing God bless!

I really think you made the right decision. You will go through surgery just fine BUT the better you feel before the easier it will be once done. God bless. :wink2:

Call your dr. I cant beleive that is all you have had since surgery. I was feeling similiar with 0 energy and dr. said to drink Gatorade because I wasnt getting any calories. I also did do a few Isopure and they have about 160 calories taste FAIR and the Protein can give you some energy. I am now 13 days post op and STILL am not to normal although I am older than you lol. From day 7 on I have been on Tomato Soup cottage cheese, a few other boring stuff but enough to at least keep movin. Thursday I start "regular" food and NOT looking forward to it. The appetite is really not there. It is truly a NEW journey and we will make it and be successful.

I have not experienced that burning while moving around. You didnt mention how long ago surgery was. Now that I am 12 days post op I have noticed a slight stinging at incision sites and feels like it is the healing. I also notice where the port is I get an uncomfortable feeling when I move a certain way but it is very minmal and from what I have read not uncommon. When in question call the dr. I really believe this. They are able to put our minds at rest and THAT is part of the healing. The very best to you on your journey.:frown:

Hi Congratulations on your journey! I had surgery on the 23rd of Sept. and had to do the pre op diet. I didnt try a lot of different ones only 3 but I liked the EAS brand got it at Walmart for $4.97 and had coupons for $2 off and drank 7 a day. I liked the dark chocolate fudge didnt care much for the strawberry and the french vanillia was so - so. :smile: I did get headaches on day 2 and nurse told me it was withdrawls from carbs so I took Tylenol no help and then drank diet sodas ( which I hardly ever do) and that helped. From day 3 on I had more energy than I knew what to do painted bedroom, cleaned windows and closets. The house was sparkling for surgery time. I pray the best and a quick recovery.

Hi I was banded on the 23rd and was really surprised to find I really didn't want food. My dr. was adamant about beginning Clear Liquids on day 2 and post op 1 week the cream Soups, sugar free pudding, etc. like most others do. Oh cant forget that GREAT baby food. I have done food enough but I have drank Protein Shake 1-2 a day and find those to be all I need but dr. says NO my stomach needs to get use to food. The weirdest thing is I get nauseous smelling food when cooking. I had to go outside when husband fried potatos and sausage. My mouth started watering and all didnt last long I am glad of that. As far as weight loss I am losing inches have dropped a size but still have swelling where the incisions were made and havent notice but a 2 lb weight loss. My dr. said this is normal and not to worry.

Hang in there it is going to get easier!

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Hi I am 55 and was banded on the Sept. 23rd and I know of a lady that had the band done on Sept 15th and she is 63 sooooo no prize for being the oldest LOL. Sincerely I pray a quick recovery and GREAT rewards. I feel pretty good am progressing great according to my dr. just a few pangs at port site every now and then and am sure just a temporary situations. God bless:lol:

I am so happy for you. My surgery was Wed. and I am feeling well. I thought my age would be a problem BUT they say it is NEVER too late. God bless you! You are on your way.:thumbup:

I pretty much LOVE(that is a strong word for Protein drinks) but the Isopure Protein Drinks come in fruity flavors and that is a nice change from chocolate vanillia etc. It has 40 grams of protein in 20 oz. but 350 cal. 53 g of carbs. I have kept and sipped for different flavor . My dr. only wants me too have 50 total carbs a day in my pre op diet. Share with me if you find something good. EAS carb control is my fav right now. Get it at Walmart for 497 4 cans.

God bless you as you journey.

Sherry:smile2:

I also have Tricare and got approved quickly too! ( less than 2 weeks) My date is Sept. 23rd. The best to you and SUCCESS x 100.

I dont think you will have any problems getting approved. With me I found the best help was my primary pushing the issue. It took 2 weeks for approval when the ducks were all in a row. I had met the catastrophic cap so everything is covered 100%. Surgery is 9/23 . I am on the pre op now !God bless.