I was banded December 2006, I did very well and lost 100lbs, I ended up getting pregnant and now have a 2 1/2 year old son and all the weight to prove it, I gained 80lbs back lost 50lbs doing Isagenix and working out, then I quit smoking and gained 50lbs back again, I feel like I have spent my whole life trying to lose weight, I have learned to eat around the band and can't seem to control my late night munchies, I have decided today that it is time to stop feeling sorry for myself and try to get back on track, I have also decided to learn how to box which I start this Wednesday (super nervous) :-) Looking for a buddy to keep me motivated :-)

Hi, I was just heading in here to reply. I am doing pretty good. Glad to be home. Thanks for all your encouragement. I hope all is going good with you!

Hi LessLee, sory to here about your knee, how is everything else going with the bloating and pain in your port, are you smaller in your midsection, I could feel my port I think because I carry most of my weight in my lower half of the body and was told that that is probably why I feel it so much (less fat in that area for me)

I am better today, even better than yesterday. Still very tight in the morning though, going to try hot lemon Water.

Gas, not too bad, but yep still there. Hunger has come back with force. I get to start full liquids tomorrow and have coffee!

I walked out to the mailbox today and felt weak on the way back. Plus my leg is sore from falling.

I hope tomorrow is even better than today and I will almost feel human again!

Not sure of my shape, I never really thought I fit into pear or apple shape category, but I think more on the pear side. But yeah, that port area stings!

How are you hanging in?

Just wondering how you are holding up? Did you have a good Canada Day?

Hi there! I'm in the exact same position, banded in 2005 lost 89lbs, had a baby gained back 50. I started back 3 days ago really trying to be serious & in life change mode not just drop a few lbs... I want to make long term commitment and change to my lifestyle. Wish this was easier lol