misschrissie67

Thanks Mary, I am discouraged. After a year of the band, thought I would have lost alot more. I eat 800-1000 calories per day and am very careful with my diet. I dont exercise as much as I should, but I thought the dieting alone would take off more than it has. Thanks for the kind words. I am not giving up, but the struggle does get harder and harder. Chrissie

I found my way over to the new forum. Just thought I would say HI, I am not on here as much anymore, as I never seem to have anything to report. Very slow loser here, get very frustrated at times. Chrissie

I saw the thread moved so I am moving with it. I am definitely a SLOOOWWW loser, but I also know thats my fault because I dont exercise regularly. Just cant seem to get motivated. Thanks for letting me join this thread.

I went back to Doctor today and had lost 5 lbs in last 6 weeks. Finally a loss instead of a gain. Since the last time I saw him, I went to see the dietician. I was taking in 1000-1200 calories a day, since seeing her I am now eating 800-1000 (most days on the lower end). I am going to start going to the gym this week too, since I have a hard time being consistent with walking due to weather. My husbad has promised to help push me, which I have asked him to do because I need the motivation and hate the gym. But I am going to do this. I got another fill today, .25 cc, which brings me up to 6.50 cc. I feel alot of restriction today of course. Just hoping it lasts. This time of year isnt easy. Really wanting to get back where I was on the loss and make some new ground. Hope everyone else is doing well. I so admire you that were banded last year and have lost 50, 75, 100 lbs and more. You help me to know it IS possible. Chrissie

Just discovered this thread and really glad to join. I have a big ol' rainbow family myself (will tell y'all about it later). Look forward to getting to know everyone. Eddie, dont know you but sorry to hear about your family problems...here's sending some positive energy your way. Thanks for starting this thread.

I was banded on 11/29/06 so my bandiversary is coming up soon. I have been disappointed with my weight loss so far. Did good for the first 6 months, then it just stopped and had gained back 20. Now back down 5, for a total loss of 25 pounds. Definitely not what I expected. I wonder if I have stretched my stomach/pouch. For a long time I did not have proper restriction I know and was eating @ 8-12 ounces per meal. I have cut back and am now eating @ 6-8 ounces, but that still seems like too much. Yes, I am losing a little again, but just not sure I am where I should be or doing what I should do. I have had some unrelated health issues over the last 6 months, which I think caused depression/anxiety about the weight. I guess what I am trying to ask is....what do you do if you think you have stretched your stomach or band? Is there a diet you can do to get things back the way they should be? Should I just go back to stage 1 with liquids? If so, for how long? I could really use some help here. Thanks so much.

:help: I was banded on 11/29/06 so my bandiversary is coming up soon. I have been disappointed with my weight loss so far. Did good for the first 6 months, then it just stopped and had gained back 20. Now back down 5, for a total loss of 25 pounds. Definitely not what I expected. I wonder if I have stretched my stomach/pouch. For a long time I did not have proper restriction I know and was eating @ 8-12 ounces per meal. I have cut back and am now eating @ 6-8 ounces, but that still seems like too much. Yes, I am losing a little again, but just not sure I am where I should be or doing what I should do. I have had some unrelated health issues over the last 6 months, which I think caused depression/anxiety about the weight. I guess what I am trying to ask is....what do you do if you think you have stretched your stomach or band? Is there a diet you can do to get things back the way they should be? Should I just go back to stage 1 with liquids? If so, for how long? I could really use some help here. Thanks so much.

:help: I was banded on 11/29/06 so my bandiversary is coming up soon. I have been disappointed with my weight loss so far. Did good for the first 6 months, then it just stopped and had gained back 20. Now back down 5, for a total loss of 25 pounds. Definitely not what I expected. I wonder if I have stretched my stomach/pouch. For a long time I did not have proper restriction I know and was eating @ 8-12 ounces per meal. I have cut back and am now eating @ 6-8 ounces, but that still seems like too much. Yes, I am losing a little again, but just not sure I am where I should be or doing what I should do. I have had some unrelated health issues over the last 6 months, which I think caused depression/anxiety about the weight. I guess what I am trying to ask is....what do you do if you think you have stretched your stomach or band? Is there a diet you can do to get things back the way they should be? Should I just go back to stage 1 with liquids? If so, for how long? I could really use some help here. Thanks so much.

:help:Hello my November Brothers and Sisters. I havent been on here in awhile, mostly because I haven't had anything good to report. I was a standstill for a couple of months, and have now actually gained back 18 pounds! I could just die! I know I dont get as much exercise as I need and I am trying to do better. But it seems everytime I get motivated, something happens. First I fell and hyperextended a ligament in my knee a few months ago, which is still causing me a lot of discomfort. Then I had to have some "female" surgery, which put me out of commision for awhile. As far as what I eat, I really do watch it and my portion size. Still have lots of issues with PBs and just simply alot of things I cant eat (which I have always seen as a blessing in disguise). Anyone have any advise, suggestions, comments, anything? I would appreciate any help. Thanks

Hi everybody, I know I havent been in here in a loooong time. I just dont get online that much anymore. I am very active with family and friends especially now that I can get outside. My life has changed so much in the last 6 months its amazing. I used to just come home from work and flop down on the couch, now I come in, change clothes, and go outside. Life is good. My husband says all the time, he cant believe how much energy I have now. Well just wanted to peek in a minute and let everyone know that everything is good, I just have a totally different lifestyle now. Hope all of you are well too. Hugs to all.

Yes, this is a work in progress. The first 2 were taken the day of surgery and the last 2 were taken earlier this week. I still have a long way to go, but it's nice to see a little progress along the way. Thanks everyone for your support.

All of you on this board are amazing! Congrats to each one. I dont know if you have any idea what an inspiration you are. I do have a question though. It seems that some lose the weight much faster than others. I am one of those slow losers. I had my surgery in Nov 2006 and have lost 37 lbs. While I am very happy with that, I must admit that I am envious of those who have lost 100 lbs in 6-7 months. What is your advise? What is your typical days' diet like? I know sometimes its the small things that make a huge difference. I am really interested to hear from this group. Thanks.

Before my surgery I was wearing size 32/34 and too ashamed to buy a pair of jeans. I had not owned a pair of jeans in about 6 years. I seem to have lost alot more in inches than in pounds. I am now down to a 26/28 and my husband 's one request was that I buy some jeans. So last month at Lane Bryant, I did purchase a pair of 28 jeans (which are now almost too big :clap2: ). It really feels good to wear something you haven't wore in years. And the best part of it all, my husband can reach all the way around me now when he gives me a hug.