Wgbem
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I understand how aji feels. While we all know we did not put the weight on overnight we do expect certain results. When I look at some of the results, I become very sad. I am going for my 3rd fill and still do not feel like I should (restricted). When you finally do start losing do you suddenly experience a big drop in weight or was it all just gradual? I need to get off this plateau!!
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Easter 2011 - ~190lbs
Wgbem commented on YoungBlackAndBanded's gallery image in Member Photo Gallery
What progress! I cannot wait to see that much weight loss. -
You look great! -
I was also given a prescription for Prilosec which helps to protect the stomach. At this early stage the stomach must be treated like an small egg.
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Wonderful!!!
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Yes they can be cured----with lapband or weight loss surgery, lol.
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Milk After Lap Band Surgery ?
Wgbem replied to jenlyn122's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Try the milk called Skim plus. It it the consistency of perhaps 2% milk but is skim milk. It has more protein. It is good and definitely hits the spot. It comes in many types but just look for the skim milk with higher amount of protein. -
Yes you definitely see the difference. You look great! Keep up the good work.
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When Will I Notice Something? When Did You, And What Was It?
Wgbem replied to barb rah's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
No one should ever bash you. We have all felt that way and there are times when I cannot feel if I am hungry or not. When I look at some of the weight losses that people have experienced I wonder if I will make it. -
I am going for my 3rd fill next week (11/21). I have 5.5cc right now but do not feel the best restriction. Don't worry about how many fills you get. You are doing what is the purpose of the band, limiting you food intake by adequate restriction. I am going to make mine work as long as my physician is in agreement.
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Banded 11/12/12, In Recovery!
Wgbem replied to SuzyMarie's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Congrats to all of you who were banded recently. I am with my daughter today who was banded today. Sitting here waiting to see her but this such an exciting time. Like the others said stay well hydrated.....sip, sip, and more sips. -
I wish I had too. I am just so glad we are taking control of our health. It is funny, I did not realize the power I had in my hand regarding our health. As soon as I started to take an active part in my health the rest of my family did too.
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My daughter is having lapband surgery today. We are in the waiting room as she gets prepped. This has been hard for her as she feels many have judged her because of being 21. We have a significant history of diabetes, HTN, and heart disease. Since my surgery I am off all diabetes medication and one of my BP meds. We have battled weight issues and we have both come to this conclusion.
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All done! She is in recovery a d doing fine.
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What Apps Help Everyone?
Wgbem replied to diamante's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I love Lose It but do you have any tricks that you do with it? I love the scanning part that allows you to scan your foods with a bar scan. That part is my favorite :-) -
I agree. Thank you for your prayers. People don't understand the soul searching you do before coming to this decision.
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I ended up taking off 3 weeks. I had an unexpected hernia repair. You don't know until surgery so that is the problem there. I was do tired and week that I could not have gone back. Like was said above, I guess if it goes text book you can go right back but I was glad I took the time off.
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You will be fine. Congrats on the date.
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When Will I Notice Something? When Did You, And What Was It?
Wgbem replied to barb rah's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My nsv happened 2 days ago when I could fit a shirt I had bought my daughter from Chico's last Christmas. That was exciting for me. -
What Apps Help Everyone?
Wgbem replied to diamante's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I use Lose It! I like that one. -
I Feel Great! I Love My Lap Band!!!
Wgbem replied to Robyn2002's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
I have not loss that much but with the weight loss and dietary changes, I feel much better. Cannot weight until I have that major weight loss! Congrats! -
Haven't Posted In A While Thought I'd Share
Wgbem replied to niquey0685's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
You look greet! I cannot wait to get to that point! -
I take my hiccups as a sign to stop eating as it probably is pressure on the diaphragm.
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No regrets! I had not loss any weight prior to starting this process and now I am at 25lbs and dropped clothing sizes. Can't beat that!
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How Exactly Did You Lose 50 Plus Pounds
Wgbem posted a topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I am just curious as to exactly how many of you were able to lose your weight. Can you give us some exact information as to how you did it?
