Hi Everyone,

I had my lap band more than year ago and I had my ups and downs. So far I lost 75 Pounds and I know it was not enough but that what I lost so far. After the surgery, I had some doubts about myself and how my life would be . I didn't follow any of the instructions that were given by my surgeon. It took me 3 months to commit to the process. I am very happy that I can do a lot of things that was not able to do. This December I rode a horse for the first time. I used to be 255 pounds and it was impossible to ride a horse. so, I like my life style more than my weight. 3 weeks ago the doctor removed all the Fluid from my band because I wasn't able to keep food inside. Since the doctor emptied the band, I gained 5 pounds but I manged to lose 4 of them which is GREAT. it is scary to be on my own but I am happy that happened because I feel empowered.

I am so happy to be able to share this with people who actually understand where I am coming from. A lot of people in my life are judging how much weight I've lost and they are wondering why I did not lose more. It is very frustrating to deal with this kind of negative feedback.

I want to give support to anyone who is facing difficulty through out their weight loss journey.

Thanks

Alaa

Hi, Alaa, thank you, thank you, thank you for sharing Your experience. I think we have these fantastic expectations but our lives are in God's hands.

Don't forget that "God helps those that help themselves".

Don't forget that "God helps those that help themselves".

Amen to that elcee

Good Morning Alaa, 75 pounds is a hudge success. What I want you to remember is that the band did not do it for you in famous lapband language lol "the band is just a tool." I contribute a lot of my success to the the things that I have been doing to help the band. Eating right, exercising, the life style changes. IMO if you lost even 1 pound thats 1 pound to being a healthier you. Don't give up, stay foucsed, stay strong and remember your story is a success story to a newbie.

You did great, take care and you will stay the course. I went through having my lapband unfilled and then revision. I know what you are going through. Good luck, Karen