jmunks2000

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This is a good blog. I for one, scout potential lapband (or any WLS) candidates. I look for the opportunity for someone to ask me about my weightloss. I share my eating habits with some, omitting the fact that I've had surgery, while with others, I spill the beans hoping I can encourage them to find a solution to their weightloss struggle.

I could not tell when I reached my sweet spot. I had to be told that I was there. There were days when I could eat a tiny bit and feel satisfied for 4 hours and other days when I felt like AND could eat all day. I felt like I needed a tiny fill (like .2cc's or something) and went in for one. Because my doctor's office uses fluroscopy, they refused to fill me. The NP said I had good restriction and sent me home. She has the band herself, and knew what to look for in the xray.It took me another month re-evaluating my diet and excercise program...and most importantly, learning about satiety and how to recognize it. Maybe you need a slight fill...like half of what was just removed. Does your doctor's office use fluroscopy? If not it might be worthwhile finding an office that does use it at least for one visit.

My guess is that they don't wanna over fill you. They add small amounts until they get the "right fit" for you. My doctor's office adds more than what you speak of, but at the same time, they use the fluroscopy machine to make sure they don't overfill.

I agree with roseyposey. That's a very good start! Congrats and welcome to bandland............

I went through this about my fifth or sixth month post band. That head hunger is a whew!!! I remember telling my NP that I was NOT at my sweet spot and that I could eat more than a cup of food. I had to learn my sweet spot and really really learn about satiety! The fat girl inside gets to me still sometimes, but now I know when I am satisfied. When I wrestle with wanting to eat more than what my band allows, I take a walk or a shower if it is at night, or I drink water if twenty minutes has passed. You are a conqueror. Look at your progress. I have no doubt that you'll be alright. Jess

The Amen corner is over here. People constantly praise me, telling me how small I am and hoe good I look (even though I'm at a standstill). I told my mom and sister today that I still had thirty pounds to go. My mom said I was crazy and that I looked fabulous right now. I lifted my shirt to show her my back flaps and she told me to get lost! I want lipo....but probably will never get it (sigh).

<P>Congrats! You gotta love that feeling.</P>

Thanks everyone

Tomorrow (2/25) marks my day of surgery. Last year this time I was getting ready to go in for surgery. This year I am happier than ever. My heaviest has been 260. I am currently at a standstill of 190. I am still, however, happier than ever....happier, healthier, sexier,...and everything else.

I decided on some sourcream chips which I bought Friday. I haven't eaten potato chips in like forever. Well after about the fourth chip. I did it! Yep, I slimed and pb'd. My first time ever! oh no, oh yes...............Now here's my question. I'm ready to eat, but how soon after the yucky stuff can I eat....and what can I eat...a shake?

My surgeon prescribed liquid lortab after my surgery, so yes.

This morning I was watching the news and it was reported that today January 17th, is known as Blue Monday. The broadcast said that this is the saddest day of the year for the majority of people for the following reasons; 1) People are depressed from holiday bills, 2) People are depressed from not being able to follow through on New Year's Resolutions, and 3)....well I forgot number three. I have the blues for a different reason entirely. I had eggs for breakfast (3:30) ....coffee a little later (6:30)..... and cereal w/ milk (10:00). For lunch I had a little chili (3:30pm). Next, I decided on some sourcream chips which I bought Friday. I haven't eaten potato chips in like forever. Well after about the fourth chip. I did it! Yep, I slimed and pb'd. My first time ever! oh no, oh yes...............Now here's my question. I'm ready to eat, but how soon after the yucky stuff can I eat....and what can I eat...a shake?

You are hilarious...... I've been wondering about you. I know you decided on the other surgery....whatever works....as long as it works. I want to get info about the vertical sleeve for my mom. She doesn't like the eating restriction that the lapband has so she needs another alternative. I'm glad to read that you're doing so well. K.I.T.

Thanks for sharing. I never knew this!

I drove five days after but had no hernia to repair.

Congrats on your banding, Following the doctor's orders is the best advice.

I was banded in February 2010. I've lost 68 pounds..... never pb'd or slimed. I I felt just like you do now. I've had some months of slow weightloss. When that happens, I tell myself, I didn't gain the weight overnight and I'm not going to lose it overnight. My only regret is not having done it sooner. Good luck in your decision.

great blog

good luck!

Good luck, see you in bandland

you didn't stop???

Great post. I always tell myself that the band is going to do its' part and that I have to do my part.... noone to blame when I am not being as successful.

Congrats! It's nothing like that good ole' feeling of getting back into something.

you know what, I thought you said 3 weeks post op...never mind my advice.