KimK813

Well, I feel like an idiot. The link above is for a LBT forum. SORRY!!

Maybe if the moderators of this page are paying attention to these posts, they will add a clothing exchange forum, like "Fills" or "food and Nutrition" so we do not have to go to another site. HINT HINT!!! Good luck everyone!

My username is KAKlos. Look me up! Myfitnesspal.com has been my lifeline for controlling my calorie intake. I LOVE IT! BTW, Anyone tried the the FitBit? Good luck, everyone!

Brilliant! Congratulations! I cannot wait to get there myself! Good luck, everyone!

Congrats! I, too, am shrinking out of everything I own. Thankfully, I am about to "shop" my best friends closet (she loves me!) with the understanding I have to give it all back when I shrink out of it, too! Sounds like a deal to me! Good luck, everyone!

My #1 NSV goal... to buy a bra in Victoria's Secret and NOT Lane Bryant! I'll let you know when I get there! Good luck, everyone!

I fly about twice a year and usually had to ask for a seat belt extender. One of my favorite NSV was when, in March, I flew to Illinois to see my sister and nephew and I did NOT need an extender!! I am flying to DC next month on a different airline (so possibly a different make of plane) and I am looking forward to seeing how I fit in the seat! Good luck everyone!

My experience was nearly identical to Stateofzen. I was approved the same day after the 6mos of WL monitoring. I only paid $150 COPAY to the hospital and $400 to the surgeon. BCBS covered the rest! Good luck, everyone!

BrandieLou - I am from Baldwin County. I had my surgery last September and have lost 65lbs so far. I would be more than happy to tell you about my experience so far if you want to know. I am happy that I chose to have lap band. Diet and exercise where not doing it for me either, although, you sound way more dedicated to your routine than I was to mine. Send me a message and I will be happy to give you a call, email you, hit you up on facebook, whichever you prefer. The first step is making the decision. The rest is... well, more work! Good luck, everyone!

Congratulations! I am very happy for you and jealous at the same time! I have less than 8lbs to go, and I will join you in that happy happy place, Onederland! Good luck, everyone!

Love the goals! From simple to extreme, they are all attainable! Here are some of mine: Walk without my thighs rubbing Buy clothes not located in the "Woman's" section Play with my nephew without giving out before him Wear smaller uniforms at work Have people NOT recognize me in old photos Feel good about myself and my point in life Get off this blood pressure medicine! Good luck, everyone!

It took 5 fills, 8 months, and 10cc in a 14cc band, but I get it now. I am loosing 2-3lbs a week, not hungry between meals and I physcially get ill if I try to eat to much. This is what I signed up for. Stanley (the name for my band, because it is a 'tool') are FINALLY seeing eye to band! Good luck, everyone!

I was banded Sept 7, 2010. It took 5 fills over the course of 8 months before I finally got restriction. Now I am very comfortable with where I am. I am loosing 2-3lbs a week and am not hungry between meals. I focus on Protein, fruit and veggies. I drink alot of flavored Water. I go to the gym and play my Wii. I am a better woman than I used to be and it shows! Good luck everyone!

Congratulations! My biggest thrill so far has been being able to cross my legs without holding onto them! Now to test those airplane seats and seatbelts! Good lucj everyone!

Absolutely curious, I googled Chia Seeds. This is from Wikipedia... Chia seed may be eaten raw as a whole seed, providing Protein, fats and Fiber.[9] Ground chia seed is sometimes added to pinole, a coarse flour made from toasted maize kernels. Chia seeds placed in Water or fruit juice are consumed in Mexico and known as chia fresca. The soaked seeds are gelatinous in texture and are used in gruels, porridges and puddings. Ground chia seed is used in baked goods including breads, cakes and biscuits. Chia sprouts are used in a similar manner as alfalfa sprouts in salads, sandwiches and other dishes. Chia sprouts are sometimes grown on porous clay figurines which has led to the popular U.S. cultural icon of the Chia Pet. In a one ounce (28 g) sample, dried chia seeds contain 9% of the Daily Value for protein (4g), 13% fat (9g) (57% of which is ALA) and 42% dietary fiber (11g), based on a daily intake of 2000 calories.[9] The seeds also contain the essential minerals phosphorus, manganese, Calcium, potassium and sodium[9] in amounts comparable to other edible seeds, such as flax[10] or sesame.[11] Although some research indicates potential for dietary health benefits in certain disease conditions, this work remains sparse and inconclusive.[12] I may have to give these a try! Good luck, everyone!

I asked my doctor about being so tight in the morning. I find it impossible to eat anything, so I stick to my Protein shakes. He told me that it has to do with being horizontal while you sleep and the fluids settling in your band. When you get up and get vertical, everything slowly starts to settle and you can eat more as the day goes on. While he said this is the "theory" it makes perfect sense to me. Good luck, everyone!

I was pretty regular pre-band, but immediately after surgery I had 3 very heavy irregular periods within 6 weeks. I went to my GYN and she said not to worry, it should go back to normal in a few months. Trust your doctors! In 3 months, I was right as rain again. Good luck everyone!

I use Body Fortress Protein powder from Wal Mart. $16 for 2lb tub, no shipping. Comes in basic S/C/V. Good luck everyone!

I buy Body Fortress Protein powder (chocolate, strawberry, and Vanilla) from Wal Mart. I mix the vanilla with milk or NSA CIB but my favorite is Strawberry with Strawberry GV sugar free drink mix. Not thick like a shake, but very berry! Tastes alot like Kellogs Protein Water but MUCH cheaper! Try the vanilla with SF Orange (tastes kinda like a Creamsicle). Good Luck everyone!

I buy Body Fortress Protein powder (chocolate, strawberry, and Vanilla) from Wal Mart. I mix the vanilla with milk or NSA CIB but my favorite is Strawberry with Strawberry GV sugar free drink mix. Not thick like a shake, but very berry! Tastes alot like Kellogs Protein Water but MUCH cheaper! Try the vanilla with SF Orange (tastes kinda like a Creamsicle). Good Luck everyone!

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Glad to hear it. I got a 1cc fill yesterday and got FULL off of a cup of yogurt! What a difference a day makes! Good luck everyone!

AMEN! I, too, weigh myself daily and use it as a barometer for my goals. But do whatever works for you. AND REMEMBER... the lapband is a tool not a magic fix. Like all good construction projects, it takes time to get it right! Good luck everyone!

Name, real or screen~ Kim Age~ 34 Weight on May1st~ 220 Goal Weight for May 29th~ 215 Exercise Goal for May~ gym 3x a week and walk more Dietary Goal for May~ Eat more fruits and vegetables Personal Goal for May~ Call my parents more often Date Banded~ 9/7/10 Total Weight Loss Since Banding~ since surgery, 32lbs, total 59lbs