Hello

I've actually been a member of the forum for almost 2 years but I haven't really been on the forum since I had my band put in almost 2 years ago.

I have not used my band to its full potential at all, and have not lost but 30 or so lbs and have about 150 left to lose I'm determined to get this right and finally lose some weight. I go to see my doctor tomorrow and most likely get a fill.

I need a support group and I think that my family members need to see me putting in some effort before they are jump gonna on board again. Therefore I'm here to get some support...if y'all are up to it!

I'm looking forward to participating and finally using the tool I'm lucky enough to have!

I look forward to getting to know everyone!

Ursula

Welcome back !! Now no LOOKING back ! Focus and forward.I know you can do it ! Remember what you've been taught and ask questions ! Goidluck !

Glad to hear that you are recommitting. Hopefully this time you achieve the success you are looking for.

Hi Ursula,

I was almost exactly in the same boat as you and have recently turned things around and lost 20 more pounds since my fill a month ago - the first in two years. Don't feel bad. My doctor said it takes some folks longer to learn how to use the tool correctly, but the good news is you still have the tool and it can be adjusted to work for you again. I sound like a broken record because I've recommended them so much, but go watch these 4 videos. They totally got me back on track and taught me how to finally use the band correctly. You can, and will turn things around. Good luck!

D.

Hi Ursula,

I was almost exactly in the same boat as you and have recently turned things around and lost 20 more pounds since my fill a month ago - the first in two years. Don't feel bad. My doctor said it takes some folks longer to learn how to use the tool correctly, but the good news is you still have the tool and it can be adjusted to work for you again. I sound like a broken record because I've recommended them so much, but go watch these 4 videos. They totally got me back on track and taught me how to finally use the band correctly. You can, and will turn things around. Good luck!

D.

I'm now watching video 2 and this is outstanding! If this physician walks the talk, he's far above the kind of doctor many of us have experienced. So many posts on this site are based on lousy doctor follow up or deficient education prior to surgery. Thanks, I've bookmarked the videos myself and will recommend them as well.

tmf

Good for you... It's never to late!

Good Luck!

I'm now watching video 2 and this is outstanding! If this physician walks the talk, he's far above the kind of doctor many of us have experienced. So many posts on this site are based on lousy doctor follow up or deficient education prior to surgery. Thanks, I've bookmarked the videos myself and will recommend them as well.

tmf

Glad to see others are getting some benefit. I went through a fairly stringent education period before my surgery, but was a little confused by the whole "pouch/second stomach" thing so I never really learned exactly what was making this thing work. It was like someone switched on a switch for me after seeing these. I wish I could take credit for finding them, but they were recommended by my excellent surgeon. My doctor said that he personally has done over 500 surgeries, but this guy (Dr. O'Brien) has done over 10,000, so he understands things pretty well.

D.

Glad to see others are getting some benefit. I went through a fairly stringent education period before my surgery, but was a little confused by the whole "pouch/second stomach" thing so I never really learned exactly what was making this thing work. It was like someone switched on a switch for me after seeing these. I wish I could take credit for finding them, but they were recommended by my excellent surgeon. My doctor said that he personally has done over 500 surgeries, but this guy (Dr. O'Brien) has done over 10,000, so he understands things pretty well.

D.

Watched all 4 videos and there are several conflicting comments and rules that are contrary to what most of us have been told. I know some bandsters and many doctors would cringe to hear it's OK to drink wine(moderation) or even drink while you eat. The placement of the band seems to be much different than I've seen in other animations. I'm sure each doctor does this differently but now I'd like to know where mine is?

All in all I received a lot of new information that I was not aware of so I would recommend this video set to anyone considering or already having the band.

tmf

I have to agree with everyone who has posted. Go back to basics as if you were to 'start' all over again. Follow the plan and I assure you will be right back on track!

We are all here for ya!

You can do it!!!!!

Oh my goodness! Watched all 4 in one sitting. I have done so much wrong.

I was one of those people that went to a center of excellence but received virtually no info.

Thank you so much for recommending these videos.

Hello

I've actually been a member of the forum for almost 2 years but I haven't really been on the forum since I had my band put in almost 2 years ago.

I have not used my band to its full potential at all, and have not lost but 30 or so lbs and have about 150 left to lose I'm determined to get this right and finally lose some weight. I go to see my doctor tomorrow and most likely get a fill.

I need a support group and I think that my family members need to see me putting in some effort before they are jump gonna on board again. Therefore I'm here to get some support...if y'all are up to it!

I'm looking forward to participating and finally using the tool I'm lucky enough to have!

I look forward to getting to know everyone!

Ursula

It was great to read your message...your level of motivation to be successful is the key to your success!

The band is such an empowering weight loss tool...and we self determine our level of success with the journey.

As you already know, this forum has so many knowledgeable participants who share their insights and best practices. Most all are here to be a support system to our fellow bandsters...others on the same journey will be able to understand your perspective and be supportive.

Best wishes for your success...

thanks sandman for that very educational video !! i have learned alot from it !!

tonyann

Very interesting video

This is the first doctor I have heard talking about the nerve effects. I'm so surprised I have not heard any of my docs speak about this- It's very crucial and interesting!

yes! forgive yourself and start anew, you'll do awesome!!!

Love the video... Really learned something.. thanks for the post

Sandman,

Thank you, thank you, thank you! I needed to see this! I've only watched the frist one because it's the only one that popped up...I'm looking for the other 4, could you post the others in case others cant find them?

I'm also surprised that this isn't a tid bit of information given to us pre and post surgery. I've been thinking that it was ME that was the problem. I thought that maybe I was eating around my band because I occasionally was drinking with meals (I know, still a big no no). But it didn't seem to matter either way...I was always hungry! Now I know that a properly adjusted band is going to help to keep you NOT feeling hungry!

You know, I bet a good majority of the lap-band "failures" could've used these videos.

Thanks again!