Hottieinaroundbody

I was approached today by the marketing dept for weight loss centers asking if i would be interested in doing some advertising for them. They've set up a photo shoot, and will record some video and audio testimonial for Thursday (less than a week away!) I was super excited about doing this, but now that I'm thinking about it more and more I'm second guessing myself and my weight loss. Maybe I should decline, allow myself some more time to lose a few more pounds and see if the opprotunity comes up again. Anyway...If you would be so kind as to check out my before/after pics on my bandster profile and tell me HONESTLY what you think I'd appreciate it TONS. LapBandTalk.com - Viewing Bandster Hottieinaroundbody

I've been eating canned white tuna and canned white chicken breast ( both packed in water) Sometimes i add a small spoonful of mayo to make it a little moist. I'll wrap it up in a lettuce leaf, or eat it with a few rye crackers. I love it!

United Healthcare. Approved the first time. :thumbup:

I should of been more specific! It's for the Lap-Band. The same ads you see at this site ( 1-800-get thin) Thanks so much for everyone's replies! I really appreciate it!

Thanks for the replies! @ waynooo- i love the new name suggestion!

I just feel a small pinch... and never been given any type numbing medicine. My port is located on my right mid abdomen. I just lay on my back, do a small sit up and hold it there til the Dr. does his magic. It's pretty simple and almost pain free. GOOD LUCK!

Going out tomorrow night and curious what cocktails you all order. I know soda mixed drinks are a no-no as is beer. So tell me some of your favorites! :thumbup:

I didn't have a Pre-Op diet either. Just no food past midnight prior to surgery and no Liquid after 6:00am on day of surgery. ( my surgery was at 11:00am) So I woke up to a BIG cup of coffee. It was great. Good luck!!!!

Wow! Thanks for all the responses!! I went with malibu & pinnapple, and then a vodka & cranberry.... and 1 shot of Jack! ( gotta have me some Jack anytime i drink...i LOVE it!) I agree with the Vitamin waters as mixers...super De-lish! :biggrin:

I have UHC. It was a very simple process. Took about 10 days to get my approval once everything was submitted. I didn't have to take any health/nutriton classes. I had my very first consult with the lapband doctor on Sept 26, 2009 and had surgery November 1,2009. I only had to submit a referral from my primary MD because my BMI was lower than the "required" 40. Hope all goes well for both of you

Holy Cow! I just notice you've lost 102lbs!! Congrats

So last thursday I had a pretty small fill (1/2 cc) which brings me up to 7.5cc's in a 10cc band. Prior to my last fill I felt no restriction at all. Now I have restriction- BIG TIME. I'm only able to eat very little ( i'm talking like just a few smalls bites) Feels like the food is just sitting in my throat. I'm not drinking when i eat at all, but when I do have something to drink it usually results in me vomiting. I'm pretty sure I need a very small "unfill" but I'm curious as to what some of you may think? Any one have the same type of problem. Thanks a lot fellow bandsters

Thanks Emjay. I'm exactly like you were. I'm barely able to drink anything and as far as eating goes its been a few small chunks of watermelon so far for today only. I did weigh myself and it says i've lost 6 pounds since Thursday! I have an appt. at 3 for a slight unfill. Thanks for replying.

Thanks for the quick reply! I just started solids yesterday. My Dr. advises Liquids for 2 days, mushies the next 2, and then solids after. I followed that 100%. I think I'm gonna make that appt for my unfill. Thanks again!

Neither one looks infected. Looks like they're healing normally. Just my opinion though

I had sushi today for lunch....only problem was the rice is so filling for me that after 2 spicy tuna pieces and 1 small gyoza I was full. It was yummy

I've had this pain happen too, however not very often. Let me know what the Doctor says... I'm curious what it could be. Good luck :w00t:

I left with 4cc's in my band too! When I asked my Dr. about this he said that there is a small percentage of people that leave with 3cc's or more. He also said that many of these "3cc's and up" people don't carry their weight in or around their stomach region. I was banded on Nov 01, 2009 (37 BMI) and I'm at 7.5 cc's right now, in a 10cc band....just starting to feel restriction. Good Luck on your Journey!

I have! They're awesome! I also get my fills at the Covina location....there is always a little bit of a wait but totally worth it. Dr. T is WONDERFUL! :thumbup:

I had surgery on November 01, 2009. My BMI was 37. I was approved almost instantly from my insurance....just needed a referral letter from my pcp along with my weight history. As of today, I'm down about 41 pounds....and feeling AWESOME! Good luck to you