phatgirl 2011
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Ah, I'm sorry you're feeling so discouraged. I have not gotten that far in my journey yet so have nothing to add, just wanted to show you some support. Keep your head up and stay focused. But I worry about the same thing. Those shakes.. I used to when i used to use slim fast... hated the shakes! Just yuck. So.. I'm going to have to pinch my nose and just do it. But you can do this.
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I agree, these stories are so inspirational! i can't wait to be banded and start this journey! So many things I want to do and try!
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Feeling discouraged, the countdown is on to my final hurdle before my paperwork is submitted 3/30 is the day for my nutritionis appt. :-(
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I'm being Lapbanded on March 8th
phatgirl 2011 replied to topkatt's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Congratulations and good luck to all being banded on Fat Tuesday.. lol -
When to plan to return to work
phatgirl 2011 replied to NewBandit95's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Hi New Bandit I have yet to be banded but my cousin is a flight attendant and boy you guys do a lot of up and down'ing. That may cause you a bit of discomfort. Hate to prolong your recovery by irritatiing your incisions. Good luck to you! -
Thank you so much for this post..not that I'm having doubts but I'm just going through the process and this post was such a motivater for me. I appreciate it so much. I myself am sliding a slippery slope, I'm 320lbs and 29 years old and pre-diabetic and pre-hypertensive. This is what made the decision for me to have the surgery. Congratulations on your weightloss.. i hope to be as successful as you are!
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new at this....hi
phatgirl 2011 replied to jlwoodruff82's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
I joined this site in Jan and am currently going through the process to be banded and have learned and not everyones' experience is the same. Stay strong and focused. The more you use this site the easier it will become to navigate it. GOod luck. -
*crossing fingers* Hoping to be an April bandster! Hope everyone is enjoying this beautiful day today!
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Waiting.....patiently! (Sort of a Vent)
phatgirl 2011 replied to ElizabethNYC's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hello Elizabeth, I'm also from NY and I'm going to be having the surgery at Montefiore hospital in the Bronx. I'm right now going thru the process. Had my psych exam yesterday and am cleared. Hope you have your date, I'm wondering on an update from you. Hope it's all working out and you're a March Bandster! -
Im getting everything done at Montefiore hosp. in the bronx, which is where I live. And yourself Mimi? where did u go?
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I really love this thread.. I have a lot of the same similiar goals.: Go to amusement parks without having to worry about fitting on the rides Not worry about shopping in plus size stores, love to just see a cute blouse and buy it! not worry about fitting in airplane bathrooms comfortably Get a tramp stamp! lol I wanna go on vacation and really go on vaycay! Like parasailing, scuba diving, and sky diving! Give me some more ideas guys! lol
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Well.. went to the support group meeting tonight in NYC for bariatric surgery. I'm dead set on my band. Tho no one at the support group had that done. Everyone had the bypass or the sleeve. I'm so happy I'm going through this process. now to finish it! lol
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Hey! I'm also from NY, and wanted to wish you a good luck on your surgery tomorrow! I'm sure it'll go great. Who's your surgeon?
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troubleshooting the lapband..
phatgirl 2011 replied to barngal2003's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Wow, I'm sorry to hear you're having these problems. I'm not banded yet but I wanted to show you some support. Good luck to you I hope everything works out for you. -
OMG SURGERY SCHEDULED FOR TOMORROW - NEED SOME ENCOURAGEMENT..GETTING COLD FEET
phatgirl 2011 replied to yannabee's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Congrats on the surgery tomorrow Yannabe.. u made sensible choices in your diet choices even if you did stray. I've read how different doctors give different meal plans anyway. i don't see how you havin that 1 slip should change anything. :-) This is the first step to the new you..no worries and my thoughts will be with you tom! -
sounds like a great tip, I'll definitely keep that in mind.
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3/28/11 Is my long awaited date!!! so excited
phatgirl 2011 replied to Joleen's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
As I myself go through this whole process, testing and what not, believe that's on my mind! lol I also don't like milk or yogurt so.. I'm just going to have to force it. I will do what i must. -
worst day of my life...
phatgirl 2011 replied to trishfish's topic in Pregnancy with Weight Loss Surgery
I am so sorry you and your husband are going through this Trish. Stay strong and hope there's some good news in store for the two of you. *hugs* -
I finally got my date. All it took was me being a squeaky wheel
phatgirl 2011 replied to aromanek's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Congratulations Aroman! Good luck to you let us know what protein drinks work for you. -
Hello, soon to be banded.
phatgirl 2011 replied to rhino's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Congratulations Rhino on grabbing the bull by the horns! Sorry couldn't resist! lol but I myself am going through the process as we speak. all the testing and what not and I'm just trying to get it over with. My latest appt is with the nutritionist on the 30th of March. ugghh. But it is a process. Good luck to you. -
I just got the "Dance on Broadway" for the wii.. i love Broadway! lol i'm about to try it. I just love my wii. It's perfect when u can't make it out the house for the gym.
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Hello, I'm a 29 year old female from NY and recently decided to get the lap band. Went to my doctor and got a referral and am all set for the first step which is a seminar. I was wondering what everyone's beginning experience was like. I was told i'd need to have a psych exam and diet first. So was wondering how long this process would be before I could get the "a-okay". Now that I'm no longer hmmming and haaaiing about the surgery and my mind is all made up I'm excited about it and ready to get the show on the road. I guess i'm just ready to start this journey. So any and all advice you wonderful people on this forum could give me and any heads up would tremendously be appreciated. Thanks again.
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Need a Buddy or Mentor in NYC
phatgirl 2011 replied to Rediscovering Erin's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Hey Erin! My name is Amber and I'm 29 years old and just going through the process to be banded. All my tests are scheduled and just waiting to be performed. I'm hoping to be banded in April. But i'd love a mentor/buddy also! u can contact me here or email me at worreamb@aol.com and maybe we could connect on FB. I'd like to know how you're progressing. -
I love the answers you bandsters have given. I sooo am looking forward to being "banded" I had my initial consult on monday and I'm loving her. Tho another bariatric surgeon interrupted our consult to tell me he felt the band was a "mistake and people only lose about 30lbs with the band" I had to tell him i'm well aware of results with the band. How I know it's not a magic bullet, i've done my homework and the band is what I have decided on. Needless to say he disagreed but I had to let him know, your opinion is not only unwanted it's unrequired. I'm so thankful he isn't my dr! lol