whitetiger011680
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I finally got some real exercise in today. Walked 30 min during my lunch break. I feel so good now. Wish I had another lunch break tonight so I could go do it again. lol
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Have been asked to be a maid of honor and the wedding is this December. I really wan to lose at LEAST 20lbs by then and more if possible. I want to look good in my dress.
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I slept in a recliner for a while, made it easier to get up. After that I slept on my back for a while and then on my side after about 1.5-2 weeks. I have never been a stomach sleeper, but you should be able to sleep on your stomach after about 2 weeks.
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Ugh not another band is a "tool" person
whitetiger011680 replied to missyt's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I'm still newly banded having gotten my first fill today so I may be wrong, but I thought if a banded person was unable to keep food down and had acid reflux it could be a sign of slippage or being too tight. Have you been checked for slippage? Just curious. Maybe this isn't the right tool for you. Thought about a revision to RNY or the sleeve? Hope you are able to get it straightened out. Sounds like a miserable place to be in. Good luck. -
The End of Summer Challenge
whitetiger011680 replied to size10again's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I forgot to post on Monday. Today I had my fisrt fill and weighed in at 213. Happy I lost 2 pounds considering the junk I ate at my kids B-day party over the weekend. Can't wait to go back in 2 wks and hopefully get another fill. -
Got my first fill today. I have a little more than 2cc's now. I know I probably won't get much restriction from this, but it's better than none and it's getting me closer to that sweet spot fill. Go back again in 2wks.
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Sleep Apnea-- Can I still have the surgery?
whitetiger011680 replied to faz1988's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Are you self pay or using insurance for the surgery? If you are using insurance then Absolutely! It's considered a condition that will possibly be cured by losing weight. If you are self pay that pose as a problem since you no longer have the machine. You may be required to get one and use it consistently before surgery. I have sleep apnea and my doctor required me to use my machine everyday before surgery and even bring it with me the day of surgery just in case. I ended up not needing it and never even took it out of the bag, but they did make me stay over night since I have sleep apnea. Definately talk to your doctor and find out what he/she requires for the surgery as far having sleep apnea. Good Luck! -
For the singles here... Just do this..
whitetiger011680 replied to h@rt*s mommy's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Hello, I'm Sheri, 31, divorced with 2 kids ages 3 and 6. I live in Prattville, AL and was banded on July 28, 2011 -
need to buy new scale
whitetiger011680 replied to kristenaz's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I spent about 15-20 dollars on a digital scale at wal-mart and it's accurate, gives me the name reading as the digital scale at my doctor's office. Don't need a fancy "as seen on tv" kind of scale, just something to let you kno where you stand. -
Got stuck on toast today and boy did it hurt. I slept too long so I didn't have enough time to eat properly before leaving for work. Made eggs and toast and ate too fast. Had to drink something to push it through. Lesson learned. If that happens again I will either take it with me or drink a shake.
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First off, I want to say I'm a happy mom, my son turned 6 today! Time is flying by. Ok, now to get to my update. I have come to the realization that I have been worying too much about this band. I have had some swelling and soreness at my port area and thought it should have been healed by now since I am almost 4 wks post-op. Thanks to my good friend Holly for bringing back down to earth and pointing out that the swelling can last 6-8 weeks. I feel better now. Going to try to stop thi...
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Excited and nervous about this weekend. Having a birthday part for my kids this Saturday and hoping I can get through the day without being really, really bad.
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YEAH! RELIEF FROM HUNGER FROM FIRST FILL!!!!!
whitetiger011680 replied to Allison0927's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
That's awesome! I'm looking forward to my first fill on Aug. 24th. Hope I get restriction. -
How do i find a surgeon?
whitetiger011680 replied to PrnxSSerenity's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
you can actually find surgeons on this web site. Look in the upper RH corner of the screen and you should see a tab labeled SURGEONS. Click on that and you can begin looking for certified surgeons in your area. You can also go to the lab band web site www.lapband.com to find a certified surgeon near you. Or try this one http://www.lapbandtalk.com/forum/842-chicago/ Good Luck! ~Sheri -
The End of Summer Challenge
whitetiger011680 replied to size10again's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Age~ 31 Weight on August 15th~ 214.8 Goal Weight for August 29th~ 199 Exercise Goal for August~ to get any exercise I can Dietary Goal for August~ Don't cheat Personal Goal for August~ don't have one Date Banded~ July 28, 2011 Total Weight Loss Since Banding~ 8 lbs It's beed a tough week. I was retaining Water most of last week so I only lost 0.2 lbs. And this week is going to be tough too because I will be starting regular food and my kids birthday party is this weekend. (My son will be 6 tomorrow and my daughter 3 next month! ) I am going to try not to over do it though. Planning on one small slice of cake and one small slice of pizza at the party. I am doing well so far with not drinking while eating and at first that was a HUGE challenge for me so I am proud of that. -
New to Lap Band Talk, but not to the lap band
whitetiger011680 replied to hoosiergirl's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Welcome to LBT and congrats on losing and keeping off the 130lbs! -
Carbonated Drinks
whitetiger011680 replied to Collister's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
If you decide to try them make sure you do it VERY moderately beacause they are emty calories that add up quickly. I haven't tried any since weeks before banding, but my dad had the by-pass surgery and drinks them just fine. But then again, he has also gained back most of his weight too. Good luck! -
4 weeks post op, and......
whitetiger011680 replied to Kimiky's topic in Pregnancy with Weight Loss Surgery
Congratulations!!! I hope you have a safe and wondeful pregnancy. -
Kept the hunger beast at bay today. Hope tomorrow will be a success too since I will be starting mushies.
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My PBing-not from not chewing enough but from swallowing too soon
whitetiger011680 replied to 1970MaleJaxFL's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Thanks for the advice! I start mushies tomorrow and do not want to PB or get stuck on anything. -
"This store specializes in plus sizes..."
whitetiger011680 replied to lisaasil9's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
Congratulations! Keep up the good work! -
O M G ! What a Day !!!!!!!
whitetiger011680 replied to 54Shirley's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Wow! you did have quite a day! Glad you're ok and I totally don't blame you for looking for a new doctor. Sounds like you were probably right about those dollar signs. -
That's great that you got your approval! I'm doing good. Have lost about 8lbs since surgery but the hunger beast has hit me and its getting harder. Can't wait for my first fill.
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Cash Fees Not Covered by Insurance
whitetiger011680 replied to APRPro4U's topic in Weight Loss Surgeons & Hospitals
Speak to the surgeon and find out what those charges are for. Maybe it's something you don't need and won't be required to pay. If it is required then find a new surgeon. Good luck! Hope everything goes well in your weight loss journey.