Hi! I saw that they started a "twentysomething" thread and I thought that was a great idea!

I would like to meet others who are around my age to learn from, chart progress, make friends, etc.

I would also like to know things like when you had your surgery, where, weight loss, age related bandster issues (if any) etc.

I'll start: I'm 33 (will be 34 on date of my surgery in 2 weeks) Married mother of 15 & 16 year olds. I live in Ventura County, CA.

Going to Mexico to have Dr. Joya band me on the 26th!

Thank you!

Karla,

I'm also a self pay (which is why i'm getting it done in mexico, i was approved in ocala, fl originally). Started a year ago. Congratulations, nice to meet you~!

I'm ready for this surgery to be over now

All right everyone- updates on how you're doing?

I'm down 67lbs since March 20th this year....the last 2 wks have been rougher w/ me thinking my band is too full....but the flouro showing barium going thru in 1 sec....so stuck on liquids til I see the doc back in a couple of weeks!! I love the way I feel...starting to enjoy the way I look....can't wait to see what's under all these pounds!! But was able to buy a 1X for the first time in YEARS yesterday at Penneys' in a shirt!! SO EXCITED about that!!!! Down to an 18W in pants....been years for that too!!

God Bless,

Melody

Banded 3/20/06 -67lbs

All right everyone- updates on how you're doing?

Hey 30 Somethings!

I had my surgery on July 14th so I am a week & 2 days out. I am doing pretty good except for a few lame setbacks. First, my city (St. Louis) was hit with a huge storm that knocked out power to most of the city and region. 30% of the area is still without power as of this afternoon but ours came back on yesterday. Oh and I have a stress fracture on my left foot near the big toe, so I cannot walk which will no doubt slow down my weightloss.

I went for my first post surgery followup visit last week, at the time I lost 18lbs total including my 7 day preop diet. My Dr. removed my bandages and everything looks good including my 3 inch port incision.

All in all, I have to say that I am a bit disappointed in the length of recovery time, I have no patients for it and did not realize that I would be able to sorta feel everything inside of me. Everyone else seems to be doing better than me, maybe part of it is because I am not able to move as much with my stupid foot.

I have been missing my girl on the go coffee drinks and after the suggestion of another on the list I ordered the Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf ice Blended fat & Sugar Free Mocha kit, it ROCKS!! And is a sneaky way to get in my calcium. I plan on adding protien powder to it as soon as I can get my ass out of the house :crutch: to buy some.

Hey BigGirlPanties...Sounds like you are doing GREAT!!!! :clap2::clap2::clap2::clap2:...Hope you are doing even better now...Believe me in no time all this will be a thing of the past...Keep up with your amazing progress...:)Windy

Thanks Those Eyes! I am getting stronger every day, however I now have a stress fracture on my left foot so I cannot walk like I have been instructed by my DR. But I am trying to supliment with arm exercises.:clap2:

HI!! Dont feel bad, big girl undies, 18 pounds is awesome!!!!

My surgery was 1 month 4 days ago, I was really surprised about the recovery too. I had alot more pain than I expected. A month out, now Im enjoying "mushy" food! Oh Boy!! Seems I cant even get 3 "meals" and my protien shakes all in some of the days. I have hunger but it seems to go away pretty quick. My body is getting used to not eating I spose. Alot of the head hunger is getting easier for me as time goes on.

Ive lost 32 pounds!!!!!!

I cant even believe it! Im feeling sooo good and its awesome to know that Ill never gain this back. One problem has been constipation.....yay, but seems milk of magnesa took care of that today. (ahhh, relief)

I even got my "drink" on last nite vodka and crystal light....was yummy!!

Soooo nice to be feeling like my self again and looking/feeling better each day.

Nice to chat with all u 30-ers :tea:

Lizzilo,

I am 1 month 7 days post-op. I am doing great! I also had a longer recovery time than I expected, but now I am doing pretty good. I have lost a total of 39 lbs (including the 10 days of pre-op). I am on regular foods and I usually only drink protein drinks for breakfast. I'm exercising about 5 days/week. I am scheduled for my first fill on 8/15, which I am excited to get.

Keep up the great work everyone!!!

Stephanie - I even got my "drink" on last nite vodka and crystal light....was yummy!!

OMG! That was THE drink in college, well besides Purple Passion! Just don't wind up at a fraternity house next time you have one!

HKimer - I am on regular foods and I usually only drink protein drinks for breakfast. I'm exercising about 5 days/week.

Great progress girlie! What do you typically eat in a day?

Also, I am sorry if I was being a debbie downer, I think my broken foot on top of the surgery really had me down, so I am going to have a much better attitude starting today!:hippie:

Hey there fellow thirtysomethings! Let's here an update on how you are, what you've been up to this summer? Have you had any neat summer vacations you can share?

Liz... are you excited about your surgery in a couple of days?!! Let us know how it goes, report back when you feel like it.

BigGirlP.. how goes it with the foot fracture/recovery? Are you onto the solid stage yet? How's your banding recovery going?

I'm hoping you're all doing good well, let's keep this thread going!

All the best,

Karla

Hi, I got my first fill Thursday. I am supposed to be on liquids for three days but got hungry so had a hard boiled egg and some cottage cheese.:Banane56: I think I have some restriction 'cuz I feel kinda full. Anyway, that's my update. How is everyone else??

3 days to go for surgery for me. I am getting very nervous and getting so SICK and TIRED of only protien shakes! It has been 11 days now. Grrrr....

lol...

30 Somthing hipsters, I found more motivation!! We just got an Anthropolgy store in St. Louis. I have always been a fan, but never thought I could shop for clothes there.

I just went to the website and see they carry size 14's!! They also have a wish list you can set up, I am setting mine up for future purchases.

I looooove Anthropologie. I would shop there all the time if I could. I lespecially love their dresses and skirts. I'm a long way from my goal, but hopefully I'll be able to shop there one day too!

I went to the foot doc this week, turns out my broken foot is freakin arthritis in my big toe!! WTF? I am on an anti imflamitory but it is bad for the band, so I have to follow my dosage with a cracker or 3. :Banane56:

I am doing so much better! It really took me 2 full weeks to recover, I am sure without the foot, it would have been way less time. Anyway, I am so excited, I tried on REAL clothes today, not sweats and strechy things, and all of my skirts are loose on me!! I bought some tight thinking I would wear a longer shirt to cover my fat belly, but now I can wear shorter sassy tops with them - YIPPEE!!!

I ate out yesterday, Rob and I went to see You, Me & Dupree (so funny!), and Matt Dillon is so cute in it! then we went to Chevy's, I had some guacamole and some of the corn cakes, I got full quick and the guac felt so good.

We move into a new house next week, I am so excited!!

I hope everyone is progressing well!

Hi Everyone,

I posted here a loooong time ago and haven't been back. I think it's about time I rejoin. To reintroduce, my name is Chris, I'm 32 and living the single life in Massachusetts. WhooHooo! I am not yet banded, but have been approved by my insurance company. I have my ultrasound and psych visit on Thursday and then will be able to schedule my surgery date after that. I am shooting for October 2nd, which seems so far away, but I had to pick a date that would be a down time at work and allow me to take two weeks off.

I cannot wait to be banded! I spend my days daydreaming about life out of plus size clothes. We are so limited on our options!! I think it will be a long two months, and right now I'm having a hard time focusing on losing the 10lbs they want you to lose pre-surgery. I have had the hungry horrors this week for sure! It's probably all mental, but we know how that goes.....

It's great to read how everyone is doing and you will all certainly be inspiraations to me!

Chris

Liz & Boo Boo -- GOOD LUCK on your upcoming surgeries! We'll be thinking of you and wish you both a speedy :Banane56:

Laura, wtg on your first fill! HB egg and cottage cheese.. at least you're getting in that protein! Be careful, and remember small bites! Take it slow, you'll adjust to this new restriction.

BigGirlP - sorry to hear about the toe! Ow! GLAD to hear you've recovered nicely from the band surgery, awesome NSV! It's nice to feel good in clothes, I can feel your excitement. Thanks for the movie review, it sounds good - we all need a laugh! I'll have to check it out.

Chris, welcome back! Don't stay away for so long Congratulations on your approval! I'm green with envy! j/k (I was self pay, but am on track to finish paying back in 2 more years). Good luck with your appointments this week, psych eval sounds like a good time! October will be here before you know it (10/10 will be my bandiversary!), I did high protein/low carbs for 3 weeks before my surgery and dropped 15 lbs. You CAN do it!

GOOD LUCK to all, keep those updates coming!

Karla