☠carolinagirl☠

well, i asked my surgeon this very question. he said he uses the lapband (allergen) no other explanation gave to me and i was like okie dokie.

oh aint you sweet to take a moment to thank me. i was hoping other people would say their gains .. i didnt want people to say carolina girl you are the bomb. (see i already know this they fold the stomach onto itself (it resembles a baby banana) and suture it up (to a smaller size) and therefore i cannot eat alot. very similar to the sleeve w/no cutting. (that is the easiest way i can describe it but you may get responses with different answers). it just helps my band. i would recommend it if you and your doctor thought it fit you. i did not want the bypass and so my dr offered me this option. (but he stressed even though i am having wls, i will need to do my part to help my procedures). i hope your appt goes well

great job on your loss so far

now that is what i call a nice ass

you betters wuvs me.....how are you feeling? you can add to this gaining thread GF.....you have gained knowledge and belief also.

def love your pictures hon. you inspire me more than you know wanted to tell you.

how i loved mushies when i started.. girl ff refried Beans was like having a $200 steak in my eyes i used refried beans, salsa and shredded ff cheese (blended til smooth) and let me tell you it rocked. i also blended down chili (tuna/chicken salad til smooth) all w/dr's approval (just an fyi) so if in doubt, ask your dr as what works for me may not be right for you......and i will always say ff popsicles were my savior during pre and post ops.

i dont have pictures but i will tell you my weight. i have lost 73 (and counting) and started out at 336 and i am 5'2. i laugh because i feel i am as tall as i am wide but i am working on it. love your picture btw. very beautiful.

yeah, i understand that. the hunger is coming back as you are healing. that was the case to me and i speak only from my experience. i guess until that first fill, and though others may not agree w/me, you must eat like you have restriction. i havent had a fill either, and i know i can and could eat more than my allotted cup of food but i stop as per what my dr told me. so i mentally eat and respond as if i am restricted. i drink alot and drink extra protein shake if i am needing it. i also eat when i am hungry. i am just careful about what i eat (for a snack). anyhow, hang in there and congrats on the surgery

well, i drink right up to the time i am eating. i eat and then i wait for about 20-30 minutes after i finish to drink again. granted, i have took a sip or two whilst eating but very rare. i guess its depending on the person and what their doctor says to do or not to do. id go by what your dr recommends for you.

per my own doing, i dont do Pasta or rice or breads (as flor says, its a slider and goes down easy) and frankly id rather fill up on Protein (meats) and some veggies. seems to work for me. my dr approves so far though i do miss good ole mac and cheese but i ate enough of it in my past to be ok with not having it. again, this is what i am doing and do not recommend it to anyone else.

you didnt (mess up) but i am sure glad it wasnt something else or much more..eating before you are healed is not safe...i am sure you are fine but please try and stay on the liquids as the doctor request. congrats on your surgery. and dont fret so much

may i add to this wonderful post in regards to myself: walking (around the block with my hub and dobermans is a great feeling) i took it for granted for so long...and then when you cant do something, you find out just how much you miss it. excellent post joy

are you hungry or is it a case of head hunger? try drinking something and see after a bit...that is what i did on my pre and post op's and its what i do every day.

i knew i liked you

well, for me.....def a mani and or pedi and i also dig tattoo's and coach purses....... congrats on your loss

get a 2nd or 3rd opinion.....i am with the others.....thats kinda out there

well thank you its a challenge everyday but i just keep going i dont compare myself to others and sometimes thats hard to do but this forum, everyone is helpful and supportive

old people still do that?? far out......

moving forward right behind you............(i am slower but i will get there)

hi belinda.......i am a new meme myself and did this so i could push my granddaughter around the block in her stroller. congrats on the upcoming baby. welcome to this forum as its a great place to come for support and friendship.

what do you truly want to do?