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You look fabulous! Congrats on that wonderful achievement! I've heard that about the way people treat you when you lose weight...how have you deal with that???

You will do GREAT...good luck with everything....nice job on the weight loss. Havent had lap band yet, but lots of other surgeries...never a problem with anesthesia....you will be ok...the nurses are there to help you get thru it...positive thoughts!!

Look at the difference already.....that is amazing...keep up the awesome job and keep sharing those pics.....

Not even banded yet...but taking notes...lots and lots of notes from seasoned, serious, hard-working and honest bandsters..... THANK YOU!

Always nice to treat yourself...thats ALOT of water! LOL

I agree with you....can't believe I posted my weight and my story on my profile page...never would have done that anywhere else....EVER!!!! Still haven't gotten the courage to post a profile pic yet though....as for before and after pics...still waiting to be banded before going that route. Never feel judged here....some really great people on this site! It has been a saving grace for me! And my hubby knows I'm here but doesn't look around unless, like missy, i say WOW you have to look at this!

Oh, I long for the day when food is such an afterthought...even a "no" thought :wub: ! Maybe one day soon....when im FINALLY banded!!!!!!!

You look amazing.....congrats on your success!

You are an inspiration to me for what you have lost and for what you have just blogged here! Wow...I agree that there are great role models here (especially for a not yet banded, still learning, still worrying person....like me!)....I'm adding you to my small list of people who are inspiring me from this forum and helping me already and im not yet even banded! So thanks and keep up the great work!!

That's good to know....thanks! What class are you going to tomorrow??

Wishing you all the success in the world! Sounds like you are off to a great start with lots of support!

That's TERRIFIC!!!! Hope your knee is better soon....and you will be up and on the move in no time!

Congrats on that accomplishment...it is a lot of work getting the pre-op stuff done! Im finishing up my psych this tues and nutritionist next and then they will submit. It is nerve wracking hoping they approve it and quickly! Please let us know how it turns out for you.... Are you being banded in 3 weeks 8/5 or 3 months.....you had 2 different dates posted...hoping its the earlier for you!

YOU LOOK BEAUTIFUL, AMAZING, FABULOUS! You are such an inspiration for a wanna be bandster! What a tremendous accomplishment...words truly can't convey what an impact this has on me! Thanks for sharing your journey....good/bad/ugly/and in between! You, like a few others on here, keep it honest and real for those yet to experience this journey! and for that I thank you! ENJOY EVERY MINUTE OF YOUR SPECIAL ACCOMPLISHMENT!

That's amazing...congratulations...still waiting to be banded.....very inspiring...can u post before and after pics...always so motivating to see others success!

Hi Fabulous....Im not banded yet either but i met with my surgeon and have just finished all my pre-op testing AND 6 month supervised diet with my PCP. It seems like many insurance companies require this...for different reasons as a requirement for possible approval. Basically, you need to visit your PCP to be weighed in by your DOCTOR and discuss/implement a weight loss program and exercise program. I pretty much maintained my weight during the 6 months (up and down a pound or two here and there). My surgeon's office gave me a form that the doctor had to fill out each of the 6 months that will be submitted to the insurance company with the tons of other reports from all of the testing that I had to go thru. Hope that helps....good luck...it does seem like a lot to go through...i'm just trying to focus on the end goal of getting banded. Unfortunately, we are at the mercy of the insurance company unless you self-pay....i've jumped thru all of the hoops and within the next week or two will have all my stuff submitted and i hope and pray, like many others before me, that i will receive insurance approval without any problems... ...good luck!

Not banded yet, but my sister had gastric bypass, and had similar situations...isnt that good to have documented though, some insurances will cover skin removal if chronic situations arise from it...just a thought?!

Sounds like you were a true success! One event at a time....way to go!

Way to go!

You look wonderful!

Sounds like you are off to a great start....you sound so POSITIVE...that is great to hear...still waiting to be banded...nice stories like this are so reassuring.... Hope you continue to feel and look great!

Im not banded yet and try to learn from all situations posted here....how are you doing....why do you think you got "stuck"...how was the doctor and the office....im going to the same place!

Hi Tilly, Im NOT banded yet, finishing up pre-testing...I decided on the band with plication because it has lower complications from surgery, is reversible if necessary, and most importantly I did not want my anatomy changed permanently as with other WLS. My surgeon does lots of bands...if you are not happy that your surgeon doesnt do that many or is pushing you towards something you dont feel in your heart is what you want....keep searching for someone who will listen to what YOU want and help you decipher the pros and cons! Good luck to you!