☠carolinagirl☠

well, if you want, call the dr and discuss this and see what he or she says about the coffee issue. (all dr's are different). on my pre op i was able to have coffee and on my post op (after a week of clears though) and i drink it now. like elcee, i dont see what the big deal is but this is your dr and its best to go by what they recommend for you.

like mandy says, there is no cutting involved (and i did not want to do the bypass for that reason.) also the sleeve was not something my insurance approved so even if i wanted that, it was a no go. i like knowing (my insides are not cut). granted things happen but if one follows their dr's orders (and watches their bodies for complication signs) (and doing their follow up with their doctor) and do what it takes by eating better (healthier and moving) there is no reason what ever WLS anyone gets can and will be successful. its up to the person having want power. (i dont believe in will power). you have to want to change and help your tool to succeed. just my thoughts.

"During a Sunday Service in church, a priest gave the following sermon: Dear Brothers and Sisters !!!!! Today I want to talk about a Piece of meat. YES.....THAT Piece of MEAT !!!!!! Sometimes strong and hard, sometimes loose. That Piece of MEAT that separates brothers and sisters!!!!! Men and Women. !!!!!!! That Piece of MEAT that causes Husbands and Wives to divorce!!! That Piece of MEAT that causes hatred and jealousy between brothers.!!!! That Piece of MEAT that causes women to fight with women. It is that Piece of MEAT that is sometimes outside and sometimes more inside than outside . Beloved brothers and sisters, it is that Piece of MEAT that can give so much pain, but it also brings a lot of UNBELIEVABLE PLEASURE ! Beloved Brothers and Sisters, that's the Piece of MEAT, I want to talk to you about WHICH IS .............................. ............... DEAR BROTHERS AND SISTERS ..... THE TONGUE !!!!!!!!! Shame on you for what you were thinking.

this is what i do and it works for me i try to eat 3-4oz of protein each meal with my veggies (fruit for a snack) i do drink a protein shake per day to help. i do this for my breakfast as i am too tight to eat. (with my dr's okay). i also take vitamins to help per my dr and nutritionist instructions.

i think 60 pounds is awesome some lose faster and some slower

not a problem mandy. sorry i didnt see this until now. no fills yet. not sure when i will get one. by both procedures,i meant the band and plication together. anything else, just let me know, i will try to help if i can

did your doctor not tell you? just call in the morning and ask them

never be afraid to ask your doctor anything my dr said whenever i was ready and if it hurts (stop or try another position)

yes my dr put some in also (but i have no idea until my first fill (he said they'd remove it to see how much). i am just guessing a smidge

hey maddy i think those spoons come with instructions..........

dime size, pea size...i cut into small bites much as i did when my son was a baby. (hence my term to baby bites)

i get the chocolate extreme its very good and i freeze it til its like a wendys slush 4 months out, i drink one every morning. ps-the chocolate Cookies and creme is fab also

who cares what they say (is my 2 cents) 4 months out, i take 20-25 minutes to eat and put my fork down i am enjoying my food. my wicked mom in law said shortly after my surgery, what is wrong with the food as you are not eating. what did i say, i am enjoying the flavor (which i was). i chowed down in my past and worried i wouldnt get 2nd or 3rd helpings. so getting use to baby bites, chewing alot and eating slow was a learning process. dont worry you will get there.

by following your dr's (pre op diet) i am sure your liver will be just fine did your dr say to lose a specific amount? if not, dont worry about losing weight. you are preparing your body for surgery. just roll with it and do what the dr said to do.

i think it depends on the person also a larger person like myself can lose more at the beginning then someone who doesnt have (as much to lose as me) i know it doesnt seem fair huh. to me, as long as you are losing, it doesnt really matter (in my opinion)as long as you are losing.... so if you lose 50 or 100 or 5 by 6 months--its a success

her is fantastic (already harassing me can you believe that) home and resting and doing well. she is beginning to post some i see so i am sure she will pop in.......she is gonna do great. she has a great attitude (like you and me) and others that is what is what make this happen

great post my band sister... from what i understand and what is in regards to my life... my *low self esteem* causes me more negativity than needs to be so i do not associate with (people who are miserable) i find i am miserable enough w/o them. that being said...i am much better than i was 4 months ago. ...i have learned that it is up to ME to make this band work. negative be gone from my mind/life. if you want it, go for it. if not, dont b***h because it is not working... my weapons are my mind, my band, my heart and this support on this forum.

we all are different but here is how i do mine i have my Vitamins by my bathroom sink (next to all my make me gorgeous stuff) its part of my routine (i also drink my Protein shake so its not really on an empty stomach). my vitamins are chewable (the Iron pills are very small and i can swallow easily but easy to cut in half if need be) you need to make yourself take your vitamins (like remembering to put underwear on) well, for those who wear underwear that is.........

well, as long as you are losing, that is what matters... to me anyhow and i for one think you are doing super duper fantastic. losing slow has a better chance of staying off. that is my humble opinion. so she had bypass, they typically lose faster, again this is what i know of it.......so what that is her... my mother is the same way and i choose to ignore her and anyone else who tries to put a dent in my dodge viper. your weight loss is a journey...there is no expiration date you will get there,,,,,,,and it doesnt matter how long it takes as long as you do.

i got this done in june and couldnt be more pleased it helps me feel fuller and i like knowing something is helping me get healthy. my dr said the same about helping with slippage, less fills and can help aid with weight loss. but he stressed i have to help both procedures. so far so good. all the best ms mandy

yes, i am losing but i am also gaining....here is some things i have gained: realization that i need new clothes (smaller ones) as mine are getting too big (good thing) that i can walk farther and that means my knees/legs are getting stronger (another good thing) i saw a pic of me in feb and recently and my face is smaller (def a good thing) goodwill will love my quacker factory sweaters (giving back to my community) that i can control my eating (because i want to) and because of my band and plication (i am so thankful) that i do not miss/crave some things i thought i couldnt live without (diet soda, coors lights, chips, cheese its.....) gained alot of new friends on this forum realized some people on here dont like me or what i have to say (oh well. block me please). but what i have gained the most is belief i now believe in myself. my lapband and plication journey has no expiration date. i will get there (to the weight i have picked out) when i get there. yes, these types of gains i like.

i wouldnt banish you from my kingdom or criticize you. why would i? why would anyone? i wouldnt want that to happen to me. i feel for you as i know how we treat ourselves. we are our own worst enemies. ok, so whats done is done. its over now. but please get right back on the journey and follow your dr's orders. they are in place for a reason esp after post op so you can heal. is it what it is so make it happen. dry your eyes put on them high heels and carry on

anyone who reads this....please input your ((gains)) i didnt want this to be a worship thread about me...