learningtoluvme
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It has been over 2 years since my lapband surgery. I have had a roller coaster ride with my weight loss. I am now 130lbs happier!
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I had my second fill on October 13th.. I weigh 170 lbs.. I was shocked at the weight loss..I am 55 lbs away from reaching my GOAL.. I would recommend Lap Band to anyone who is considering weight loss!!
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40 Pounds gone!! 09/4/2011
learningtoluvme commented on Amanda1982's gallery image in Member Photo Gallery
That is awesome!!.. Congratulations!! -
I had my first fill on Monday, September 12th. I had a 2cc done and I am still HUNGRY..I have some escalating back pain... starting from my stomach and the pain stays on the lower left side of my back. I don't know if the pain is caused by the port.. I am scheduling an appointment to see my primary care. Does anyone else have this pain? or is anyone else still hungry w/the fill and lap band?
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Got my First Fill!!!
learningtoluvme replied to CincyUdy's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Today was my first fill.. I only had 2cc's.. My surgeon had me swallow a full 16 oz bottle of water. I didn't have to vomit.. I only felt extremely full.. I wanted 3-4 cc's, but he thought it would be tight... I am still a little hungry.. This lap band isn't working for me!!.. I am thinking I should have tried gastric by-pass... We will see! -
I had my first appointment following my surgery two weeks ago.. It appears that everything is fine and I lost an additional 6 lbs.. I can't for the fill.. I stay very hungry and the HUNGER PAINS are really PAINFUL..Is that normal?
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Hello Mscaramel38: I want to Thank you for your words of wisdom..It was truly uplifting and made me feel the impossible-possible.. I will continue to pray and ask GOD for DELIVERANCE...I thank you for people like you.. Be Blessed and Thanks so much!
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learningtoluvme commented on 100DESIGN's gallery image in Before and After Lap Band Photos
Soror, you look FABULOUS!! -
Hello Soror!!.. You look beautiful.. SKEE-WEE!!.. I am on my way to a new and beautiful me!! -
When will I learn to LOVE myself? I stay so unhappy and don't know why my husband loves calling me FAT and UGLY.. and told me this morning I will never be THIN and the LAP BAND was a waste of his PREMIUMS..I want to be HAPPY and if it wasn't for my girls I would end my LIFE..How do I leave? He is the main source of my income..SIGNED: HATE ME!
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3 weeks post op and only lost 9 lbs!
learningtoluvme replied to KimJ384's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Hello, I am having the same problem.. It is frustrating and I need some results.... not later but NOW! -
Husband/Spouse is not Supportive and Negative!
learningtoluvme posted a topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Hello, I decided to add this topic, because it is something that I deal with each and everyday of my life. When my husband made the comment about me being 'disgusting' after he placed a blanket on me while laying on the couch.. He tried to clean up his comment with, how kids would perceive me if they saw their Mom's underwear while she was lying on the couch.. I didn't know how to accept that comment, but my feelings and heart begin to hurt immediately.. the tears were flowing from my eyes uncontrollably. I never knew how someone that claim to LOVE you, could hurt you so badly in an instant. On August 9, 2011-my lap band surgery was performed and since that day, I have experienced a lot of discomfort and the inability to sleep. My husband says, "SUCK IT UP', it's only minor surgery why are you acting like you had a heart transplant or something amputated.. He picks on me time and time again about everything... he loves cornering me to say what a horrible and selfish mom I am since I made the decision to have surgery when we have two children returning to school...Eldest is returning to college and the other to 8th grade. If this negativity continues, I feel as if my 22 plus year marriage will come to an end... I need some feedback and would like to know how would you handle a spouse that is not supporting your weight-loss goals.. I am tired of crying and looking at myself in the mirror with disgust. Signing of as MrsExDurrellswife! -
Husband/Spouse is not Supportive and Negative!
learningtoluvme replied to learningtoluvme's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I want to thank each and every person who posted.. It has given me the strength and knowledge to do something about my situation and to stop feeling sorry for myself.. Counseling is on my to do lists first thing Monday morning.. Along with seeking the advice from an attorney. I never looked at my husband's comments as being abusive, but they are.. He is a heartless man and cares only about himself and has walked over me for the very last time.. This platform has given me so much STRENGTH and I can't say THANKS enough!..I am a school teacher and headed back to work next week and with the help of this forum and my girls, I WILL BE OKAY!.. Thanks and Love to each of YOU! -
I am posting today because my life with my husband is becoming unbearable and I feel that this marriage will not work.. He is very negative and not supportive.. I think he would have preferred I stayed unhappy and heavy..
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Husband/Spouse is not Supportive and Negative!
learningtoluvme replied to learningtoluvme's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Hello Everyone: Thank you for responding.. I will take in all of your advice and my husband is not overweight.. I wanted to lose the weight for the sake of my children... He doesn't see anything wrong with his comments and refuses to see a counselor with me.. His theory is, "I TOOK THE EASY WAY OUT" and this is not how real women lose weight... The few holes in my stomach are flesh wounds and no one should be complaining about aches unless they are weak ... I can't take his comments much more and it is wearing me down mentally.. I do not sleep in the same room with him anymore, because I do not want him to see me without my clothes on.. I don't sleep and having the lap band surgery was a choice I made and did not expect this negativity from my very own husband... He is being hateful and it's hard looking at him, because I am developing a hate for his ways and towards him.. Thank you guys for allowing me to vent... I don't think you know how much this means to me!.. -
Tomorrow is the day!
learningtoluvme replied to skinnymom2bof3's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hello Kim, Thank you for responding!.. It brought tears to my eyes knowing that I am not alone. There is a place to vent my frustration without discussing my marital issues with my parents and neighbors.. This platform is an outlet for me and I Thank you for your kind words and encouragement! Hellen -
My weight-loss goal is experiencing some challenges... I have a husband who is not supportive and enjoys spewing negative words at me day in and day out.. I can't take much more and crying is becoming an everyday problem for me!
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Tomorrow is the day!
learningtoluvme replied to skinnymom2bof3's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
It has been three days since my banding and I am having pain in my shoulder, stomach, back, and neck and sides.. I thought the doctor was going to keep me overnight.. I was out of it for almost the entire day.. My husband has been a jerk... He told me to suck it up and stop acting like a few holes in my stomach is causing that much pain.. I have never been so disgusted with him... I wonder why my self esteem is the way it is.. I haven't had any fills done as of yet, but waiting to see huge loss within the next few months... Oh, the pain and no SUPPORT system AT ALL! -
Why am I having so much pain? I had my surgery on Tuesday!.. It is not going too good for me!.. When will this pain go away?
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Wow...I can see the difference
learningtoluvme commented on Sweet Change's gallery image in Before and After Lap Band Photos
You look great!.. I am miserable... I had my procedure done on August 9, 2011.. -
I had my Lap Band surgery yesterday and in so much pain.. I couldn't sleep last night, but I blessed and glad it is over.. Does anyone ever experience shoulder pain after their lap band procedure.. I am itching where the gauze and band aids were placed. .
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Tomorrow is the day!
learningtoluvme replied to skinnymom2bof3's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Good Luck Brandi!... I am scheduled tomorrow also.. I will say a prayer for you as I have for myself.. Take care and Happy Banding! -
Tomorrow is the day!
learningtoluvme replied to skinnymom2bof3's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I AM SO EXCITED!!.. Tomorrow is my day.. I have to report tomorrow morning at 8:45a.. and will remain in the hospital for a day... I am so EXCITED and a little NERVOUS!.. I will post on Wednesday!.. What a wonderful DAY! -
Tomorrow is the day!
learningtoluvme replied to skinnymom2bof3's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
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156 pound weight loss
learningtoluvme commented on Jill10191130's gallery image in Member Photo Gallery
You are an inspiration!.. I am sooo JEALOUS!!