MelloDee

I had a "lumpy port" as well as as tome went on it settled in so to speak! Hang in there!

I use coconut oil to make homemade lip balm and lotion. It also is amazing to use as a substitute for small amounts of cooking oil (to sauté chicken and veggies, not to fry foods) I buy it at my local health food store and the brand there has no flavor or scent. Trader Joes also sells Coconut Oil and it too is odorless and tasteless.

I was turned onto this site by a friend considering banding. I had my band placed june 2010, and have had little to no result with it. I dropped pre-op weight however after being able to eat again gained it all back. I have had no problems with vomiting, things getting stuck and have had 5 fills in 2 years. My Dr. Told me that simply the band does not work for some people and suggested that I consider conversion surgery where they remove the band and perform bypass. Has anyone else had this kind if problem with the band? I exercise about 3 times a week and never feel full off 1cup of food. I make sure i am drinking plenty of water and eating enough protein as well. Lately I find my sf seriously considering the surgery but i don't want to find my self in a similar position again after spending thousands more and putting my body through another surgery!! Help, suggestions are greatly appreciated! Melody

I dont believe its medical and yes at times I do make poor food choices but I truly think that 90% of the time I make great food choices! I appreciate the feedback!

Congratulations!

Thanks Ladies! I just have been feeling overwhelmed lately and have been trying to figure out where I have been going wrong. I see a nutritionist and a weight loss specialist along with my surgeon monthly. I think some if my issue is I have no one to relate to in my life about my surgery and banding struggles and triumphs. Some of my friends look at me and say "its been two years, your not skinny yet?" Which sometimes pisses me off but more so makes me depressed that I seem to be failing at something I want sooo bad. I was diagnosed with PCOS and was told that my chances of having children was 20% unless I lost a significant amount of weight. I have several reasons why I had the surgery as well as motivating factors to get my but in order however i seem stuck as I have read many others in similar situations. I am really glad that my friend directed me here!

I would like a copy please! Melody_06@netzero.net