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So Sad/heartbroken/angry/frusted!
clarks4willie replied to newskinnygal's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
So sorry, I will pray for you and hope it all works itself out. Get yourself well & think positive. You must have lost a bit of weight on 2 pre op diets...use that as an insertion to keep going. Remember. In this world everyone has a fight theyre fighting, and someone else is always a little worse off. This too shall pass. Good luck! -
Need To Know If This Is Normal.
clarks4willie replied to melissamiranda's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I agree with Looze. I've been on this program since march, pre op diet day 5. And even the dic said. "if you don't take in enough food, the body goes into survival mode..storing the fat instead of shedding" jus my opinion. Good luck-!!! -
I Am Loving My Lap Band!
clarks4willie replied to ddrobins's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
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On The Bubble Band Date Aug 6
clarks4willie replied to Rojasanoll's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Good luck today Roja!! Speedy recovery!!! -
Help. Weird Pains. Tight Stomach, Fatigue
clarks4willie replied to arch3lau5's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Hoping your ok. All the best to u. When was your Surgery? Isn't there a WLs you could find near you? Good luck. Keep us posted. -
Thanks guys!! I'm trying this!!!
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Gas Problem & "throwing Up" Burps?
clarks4willie replied to SashaWLS's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Did you have prior gassiness? I'm just wondering ? Sorry I know it's kinda personal , but I asked the surgeons office yesterday about my burping. It sea since 5 months ago starting the pre op program I must drink 'wrong'. I burp a lot and haven't even had the band. But they told me I'll be fine. Just wondering how I'm gonna Do- I get banded in 11 days. -
Home From Pre-Admin Testing
clarks4willie replied to clarks4willie's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Ty:)))!!!! Good luck to u as well!!! -
Home From Pre-Admin Testing
clarks4willie replied to clarks4willie's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Thanks . & much luck too you guys as well:))) -
I'm being banded too on Aug 15th 12', Lost 19lbs. The thought had crossed my own mind too..,if I just keep going like I am maybe I can lose all this weight. But reality sets in. In my 38 years. I've not been able to do it, now is the time. The Lapband is gonna make it all possible. I'm excited. Good luck !!!!
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Seminar was required by my insurance, there were over 300 people there. Amazing!!! My surgery is aug 15th. Good luck to you.
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Question Question Question :)
clarks4willie replied to Anali11's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Omgoodness!! I am so thrilled I went through a pre-op 3 month program. The people there were so informative. There's sooooooo much to learn about being banded and living with the band! My insurance didn't require any pre-op program, it was the surgeons doing. And the best decision I've made in my life. There was a reason I never succeeded at weight loss or maintaining weight loss, I was uneducated about it all! From food to exercise, I always had an excuse or a 'know it all' attitude. I went into the program with a open mind, and absorbed ever piece of information I could. This band will not only save my life, but my families lives. In 5 months I've lost 19 pre-op lbs. I feel amazing. And without meeting with all the people in the pre-op program, id have make the journey alone, with not nearly enough support. In 12 days I will be banded. Im so excited, and so happy that I have that support, information & knowledge to turn into such a positive in my life. This was my expirence, hope it helps:) & good luck to you!!!! -
Help! My Co-Works Are Trying To Talk Me Out Of It.
clarks4willie replied to cassiem93's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
The More You Love Your Decision, the less you need others To Love Them!!! ...a quote that's gotten me through some rough decisions- hope it helps;) -
Just Got Insurance Approval
clarks4willie replied to lapbandct07's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Congrats to u both:)!! -
Day 1 pre-op done. Sheesh. I'm exhausted...thinking of all the things im supposed to & not supposed to eat. I need a hobby. Lol 13 more to go...luckily my surg says we can Do a 3rd phase Atkins. That's pretty much what I'm doing, Cept adding a few more protein shakes ...
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Study: Almost 50% Of Lap Band Patients Had The Band Removed - Is This True ?
clarks4willie replied to marketingdude's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I do hope it's not true. If I conducted my own study, I know 9 people personally who've had the band put in and 1 who had no success, because of her own doing, and had it removed. This is over a 4 year period. So that's a pretty small percent. -
Day one pre-op too!!!! Yikes. ))
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As anyone tried the Nike Fuel Bracelet?? I saw a client the other day with one. And it looks so cool, I've seen the Fit bit, but that's needs to be hooked to a computer(if I understand correctly) any input on either anyone:))))))!!!hopr ur having a great day!!!!
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Changes After Losing 50 Pounds?!
clarks4willie replied to guitar4life3000's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Omg. I didn't even think about the small backyard chairs!!! Yay!!!! -
Made It Thru The Morning
clarks4willie replied to lapbandkeira's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
WTG. Good luck to you:) -
I just wanna be able to tuck in my shirt! And not look like a package of hotdogs!! And of course when I hit my goal..I'm buying a sexy nighty for hubby;) It's coming, I can just taste the freedom!!!
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My surgeon gave me 3 different options for the 2 weeks. 1. A very high (90-100g) protein which is written up 2. Do the 3rd Phase of Atkins 3. A protein shake meal replacement with very light snacks. Today starts my 2 weeks. I'm doing a mixture of the 3. Because I work nights I will Do a protein shake dinner. Ect. Good luck and find what works for you. I love the idea of making a list of why I'm doing this. I'm doing it right now!! It will defiantly keep me on track!! Ty:)!!
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I've told some and some I haven't. I have been vigorously eating healthy and exercising since march and have lost 18 lbs. surgery is August 15. I've had support from some and other give me the "Why? Your not THAT big!" I'm so over people's opinions. That Ive stopped telling people. Its my decision , I've made it, I'll deal with it. It had nothing to do with them. Period. I'm doing this for me, my health and my family. They're all that counts. Once I realized I love myself and the rest will fall in place- I've felt wonderful:))good luck to you.
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Pre-Op Test Today...22 Days Until Surgery! 8/22/12
clarks4willie replied to prettysmart1913's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My surg is aug 15th. Pre addmin testing Friday!! Yikes!!!! -
AUGUST 15th!!!!