LindaE

Hi Im LindaE(Lucky Gal) I was banded on sept 11th. Im down about 20 lbs and due to see my dr. dr.Eagon (st.louis,mo) on nov.5th. Im starting to feel a little hungry in between meals. I guess I might need a fill or else I need to have a protein shake in the afternoon.Im having a hard time going out with 2 other couples on friday night for dinner. This is a routine of ours for about 5 years. They know Ive had the surgery. I have to just sit there and drink water while they have their bread and butter . appetizers and salad. This is a change for me and Im just going to have to get use to it. I hope it will get easier for me. I know the band is a tool and I need to work with it have healthy foods and small portions. Im glad I have my belt and cant weight for a 50 lb weight loss. Right now I have 10 lb goals. I dont feel so overwhelmed that way. 50 lbs will be my half way point. Good luck to all of you sept. banders.

Hi My name is LindaE(Lucky Gal) I was banded 9/11 Ive been doing pretty good except for the last 10 dady. Im do for a fill Nov.5th My Dr. Dr. Eagan said it was ok to have to snacks a day. Between that and lotsnmof fluid it helps dome. Other days I really crave food. Usually its from my emotional problems that have caused most of my over eating in the first place.I need to come to terms with why I over eat. I been having some difficult times and it scares me because this is a life long behavorial and and eating change. I hope it gets easier because ive only had my lapband for 1 month.Ill just plan to hang in there. thanks to every one out there and there support

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thanks phyllser for the encourament. Its good to know people read this thread and go to the last page. From Linda E

Hi my name is Linda E. I was banded Sept.11 2007. I would like to join the 50 and older club. Im 55 soon to be 56 in dec.Im really happy Im banded. I do realize I have to work with the band and its a tool. I still need to make healthy eating choices and eat small portions. My Dr. Dr. Eagon ( St. Louis, Mo.) said only have 1/2 cup per meal, 2 snacks and 64 oz. of liquids. Im changeing alot of habits and making new food choices. Since my lap band Im down 15 lbs. Ill be thrilled if this keeps up each month. I take anti depressants and they tend to slow down youre weight loss. I love this thread and I read it as I eat my meals to help me slow down and encourage me. Thanks to everyone out there. Keep up the good work:cool::eek::clap2::clap2::whoo::whoo::cool::clap2::clap2::whoo:

LindaE(Lucky Gal) I too was banded sept 11th. Im back to work. Feeling Good. Dr. Eagon gave me a good report. Im down 9 Lbs. Have 100 Lbs to go.Im glad I found this web site. Good Luck to all us Sept. Banders http://www.LapBandTalk.com/images/smilies/clap2.gif

Hi everyone. This Is Linda E. I was banded on 9/11/07. I feel great and am happy as a lark. Im down 7 lbs. Im trying to walk every day. Im eating 3 meals (1/2 cup) each and 2 snacks and as much liquids as possible everyday. Im not hungery. Soooo heres the big question for you experts out there. Do I need a fill if everything is going good?? I would appreciate any info you have. Im going to see my Dr. Dr.Eagon(St.Louis, M0) Oct. 1st. Thanks

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Hi Im Lucky Girl (Linda E) I was banded Sept.11th 2007.Im ready for a new start and a new life. Im grateful for this web site. :whoo:

Hi This is Linda E. I was banded 9/11/07 Heres what my dr. told me. The 1st week afer surgery eat liquids only(broth,cream of wheat,jello,juice, creamed strained soups) The next 2 weeks go ahead and add eggs,chicken,turkey,lean meats cottage cheese gradually chew very well and only eat 1/2 cup (meal size) no raw vegetables or cooked broccoli,cabbage. By the 4 th week try all foods except gas producing foods. My dr. said no rice, pasta or bread for awhile because they might get stuck.Im only starting my 3rd week.. Feel free to e-mail me if you want to chat good luck to every one. LINDA@KLAYMANPANTS.COM

Hi Im a new lapband gal.I got banded on 9/11/07. My stomach feels grumbly and I cant tell if its hungery or not. ill drink 4 oz of juice then Ill get grumbly an hour or so later. Then Ill eat 4oz of creamed soup or 1/2cup cream of wheat.I cant tell when im full either.Can I please get some help out there. Thanks , Linda E