destynee1

I do.. not because I'm not hungry, but because of work. Something I really have to find a way to do and get into a routine of. It has been difficult.

Check in day is still thursday's right? I am checking in at 289.! so happy! down from 292. not to shabby!

I lost track of this thread!! I've been so busy.. ( can never be to busy ) but i haven't. Started back tonight.. gonna keep goin.. will shake the booty tomorrow around 10am! lets see how long I can go for.. at least 30mins!

do you mean like join a group? if thats the case.. there should be something on the right side.. that says join group or something. if its public you will join right away. not sure if it's private, never tried that. good luck!

Good luck ladies! it gets a whole lot better.. 2nd day was the worse for me.. then it got so much better.. by the 4th day.. I felt soo much better. Walk walk.. drink.. rest.. Congrats on your road to a new you!

Don't give up.. find out everything you can about what is going on with you. Just very odd and you need to absolutely address it.. which you have.. grab the bull by the balls! Floriday's is straight forward and will say what she thinks, it is her way of helping and isn't meant to be mean or insensitive. She gives information to try to help.. don't take offense hun.. I can only imagine how fustrating it must be to not lose weight after being excited.. pumped going into this. We all face mountains from time to time, climb it, and you will get there. I know you have been doing what you are suppose to be doing, there is something Clearly wrong.. talk to dr's and get 2nd and 3rd opinions if need be. Anything.. but don't give up.! Good luck to you.. and if you need someone to talk to.. message me anytime. *hugs*! ~kayna

I have the same thing.. although it says it is not a bill.. my surgery was suppose to be covered 90% and well, It says.. your responsibilty is 98k.? lol.. ya I totally L O L.'d. Has to be some mistake.. thats nuts. ! they gave me a print out before surgery saying my part would be 175.00 only.

Hiyas Was banded 10.22.2012 started at 325 and am now 292. have lost 33lbs so far.. and doing my thing.. loving my new way of life.. it gets a bit tough sometimes but all in all i didn't know how easy it would be once you choose to start to have a healthy life style. Lovin it!

for dinner .. low carb hun. Good Luck!!

Get better soon hun.. and as everyone else said.. lots of liquids and lots of rest.. !

me too!! I didn't think I was going to.. then bam! I am so excited! it really helps keep me motivated and just like you said, I want to see progress every week on that weigh in! good luck loves!

Name, real or screen~ Kayna Goal weight for December 29th~ 277 Weight on December 1st~ 292 Age~ 35 Dietary goal for December~ Get a better routine down, get enough Water and continue to maker better food choices. Exercise goal for December~ Zumba 3 times a week, walking 5 times a week. Personal goal for December~ To find what works best for me. Date banded~ 10-22-2012 Total weight loss since banding/pre op diet~ 35lbs What is your favorite Winter/Christmas/Holiday Activity?~ Spending time with loved ones, driving and looking at christmas lights

Joining the Dec challenge! its really motivating! meet all ya there? and awesome on your 2nd fill Mini! and also.. that is awesome .. down 35lbs.. I am happy.

Lookin great!! work it mama!

What I do sometimes.. I put on some music.. and I dance around non top while cleaning and doing things around the house.. shake the booty.. its fun.. and it will make you feel happy! and your husband will love to see it! hehe

Welcome back.. I am so sorry to hear about your loses.. my heart is with you and your family. Know that your they would want to see you healthy.. and coming back here is a great step.. you can do this..

myfitnesspal.com is awesome!! Helps sooo much!

I am not sure.. but I would like to know this also.. suzy,,, my name is destynee13 add me! oh.. and how do I adjust the cals?

I think you have to have problems for insurance to pay for it. I believe you can do it without any medical problems. I saw people on here waying less than 190 and got the band. So you may be ok. You'll know for sure tomorrow!

I agree.. call asap.. you might have a slip.. and they need to fix that. Not normal at all. this long out, you need to be able to eat.

ooh I know! and my coughs last FOREVER.. it sucks.. drink some green tea too! hehe

50lbs is awesome.. that is 50lbs less than you were before and thats great! Instead of telling you how bad you are doing, she should have approached with, maybe you should try something different, or try this.. I agree with Floridays and you should approach her in that way also. It might end the bad feelings ( hopefully ) and maybe you might have some support from someone you least expected. also.. you have all of us here to support you.. would love to see more of you. Become accountable for what you are putting into your mouth and track and measure everything! if you don't have a my fitness pal account yet, or something similar I suggest you get one!. It's soo easy.. and it is the best thing I did to keep my booty on track. I see everything.. and It helps me make better decisions, so if i gained a lbs 1 day, I can look at that and see hmm.. lets see what I should have eaten differently.. you can also add me, destynee13 we can see each other's food diary's and help each other out Support is a big part of success with this band. Know.. that anything you struggle with, you can always come here like you did .. and ask or vent.. or chat.. we are all family here and care a lot of the success of other's not just ourselves. Anyway.. good luck Ms Justine!! YOU CAN DO IT!

Hey hun.. I to was just getting over a cold/cough when I had my surgery.. I let them know.. I couldn't shake my cough,, and was worried that after I had the surgery I might catch pneumonia.. they proceeded with the surgery. Also had it when I took my blood work, and I was a bit worried.. but everything turned out well. I would call your surgeons office and ask them what to they suggest..

Woo woooo!! oh wait.. I'm oct.. **steps away quietly** hehehe Good Luck you December Divas!! Best thing EVER!

I went to see a nutritionist yesterday for the first time, she is available at my primary Dr's office. I met her and she was awesome. Now the thing I need insight on is, she is not covered by my insurance because she isn't a licensed nutritionist, only certified. I have to choose a plan to see her, and they are a bit expensive, at least to me they are. I have no idea what the out of pocket costs are normally. She said that a licensed nutritionist doesn't usually know what it's like to be overweight and feel if one eats healthy the weight should just fall off, and she know's that's not always true. She on the other hand has lost over 100lbs and has helped many do the same. Now the plan she wants me to go on because she really thinks it will work well for me is the HCG plan. Which is 374.00 for that first month seeing her 4 times in the month and covers all the supplies needed. After that, it is 100.00 a month to continue to see her, being 4 visits in the month. I just don't want to get taken advantaged of if that is to high... and should be looking for somoene who is cheaper. or covered with my insurance. ( This includes the HCG ). Would realy like to hear any opinions on the matter and if any bandsters have done the HCG. She has had a few banders be successful on it. I want to know what you all think. Is it worth it? Thanks all again for always helping and giving your honest insight. It is ALWAYS appreciated beyond words. <3