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I was told 12 weeks before introducing abs and 6 weeks before vigorous exercise. I walked until I got cleared from my dr.

I used it for the 8 weeks it recommends. I am not sure it actually helped at all. My surgeon said that there's no scientific evidence to show it is effective but it made me feel better. 9 months later my scars are hard to see. That's my biggest scar where the port is. One of them I can almost not find.

That's wonderful! Congrats on your amazing progress!

That's wonderful! Congrats on your amazing progress!

Recently, I began to ponder all the amazing things this surgery has given me. I absoutely would get a LapBand again if I had to go back in time. It has been the best thing that has ever happened to me...with the exception of hubby and kids obviously. So I thought I would make a list of all of these things. I know that reading stuff like this helped me to encourage me when I was starting out. Thank you LapBand for... 1. self-confidence-I now look in the mirror or at picture and am happy with the person looking back at me. Seeing the results of my efforts is priceless...I have reached goals I thought were just dreams. 2. control- I no longer feel controlled by food or the need to eat. Not being hungry or feeling deprived has allowed me to make good food choices MOST of the time. 3. health- I am healthier than I have ever been. My resting pulse is in the 60s, my blood pressure is low, my cholesterol is improving. 4. the desire to exercise- I exercise 6 days a week and have gotten to the point that if I miss my workout my day just doesn't seem right. I love the way it makes me feel and the way it is reshaping my body. 5. energy- I have so much energy to do active things with my children and family. 6. the ability to wrap a towel around myself after a shower!! 7. the ability to bend down and tie my shoes or buckle a pair of cute sandals without too much effort...and painting my toes is easier too. 8. not being hot and sweaty all the time 9. shopping in any store I want and any department of that store. 10. wearing a bikini...even if it is only in the back yard with my hubby and kids. 11. crossing my legs under a table with ease. 12. cute clothes...I've become a bit of a shopper as of late 13. knee high boots!!! 14. shopping at victoria's secret and of course I know there is plenty more that just won't come to mind. I started out at 255 and am now 175. I have 25 to go!! I have lost a total of 57 inches over my whole body...10.75 in my waist, 8 in my hips, 7 in my chest, 3 in both arms, 3.75 in both thighs, 2.75 in both calves, (it doesn't add up cause I'm not listing it all). I couldn't be happier with the results. I look forward to reaching the next 10 pounds lost and then onto the final goal....It can be done. Don't get discouraged!! What do you thank YOUR lapband for???

Thank you for the kind words

I'm 9 mo post op and got stuck just last night cause I wasn't paying close enough attention when I ate some snack mix :/ It's a constant struggle with your brain but eventually it does become more automatic. I'm proud of you for spitting them out. I wouldn't have

Wonderful NSV!! Congrats!

You look fabulous!! Congratulations

My surgeon said he expects 6-8 pounds a month or 1.5-2 lbs a week. This is the same expectation as most diets. The difference for me has been its much easier to stay on track and make good choices when I'm not hungry all the time. Personally, I have lost 80 lbs in 9 months a little better than expected even though I've hit a little stall.

What an inspirational story. It's funny how are kids in there complete innocence and really open out eyes. Congratulations on starting your journey!

I wish I could help my prayers are with you and i would definitely demand to see your surgeon not just a PA or NP. I think it's also a great idea to take your CT films with you. You can request copies from the hospital, it is your right I have a copy.

That's awesome!! I know the feeling. I was a 40G at the beginning of my journey. Not easy to find those either. Now I'm a 36DDD sadly not that easy to find either but my boobs feel much more manageable now.

Wow!! You look awesome! Congrats! Keep taking those after pics and comparing. You'll be amazed how much difference you will start seeing from month to month.

You look fabulous!!! Congrats to you and Ralph

That's awesome!! Congrats and keep up the great work!

Thank you! I sure hope you're right.

You can do it! And it is worth every drop of sweat and tear of joy and frustration to feel happy with the person you see in the mirror and in pictures. I'm glad to know I can encourage and support others in this journey.

Thanks for you support and encouraging words

It is worth the wait I promise you!! Congrats on getting started. Stay strong and don't get discouraged.

That's outstanding! Congrats!

That is so cool!! I am having the same issues I really have no concept of what size I truly am even after trying stuff on.