Valentinebaby

Sloooow loser here! Sitting here chanting the mantra for slow losers :confused: Banded 3/8/06 lost 16 pounds first 2 weeks have gained back 4 pounds.Had fill end of May still not losing :'( I know I shouldn't weigh in everyday but I do scale keeps going up and down with the same 2 pounds some days I lose them other days I have gained them back? But clothes feel more comfortble in the waist.

Elissa, Just hang in there,I totally understand how you feel. I have not lost what I thought I would have by now. But I am noticing my pants are alot more comfortble(around the belly lol)I think the band was alot safer alternative.LOL we are gonna be like the turtle slow and steady but winning in the end.Just keep coming to this group for support and alllll kinds of wonderful tips and info.Good luck! I hope the pain has subsided and you are feeling better.

Congrats on your choice. I was banded March 2006,I will be very honest my surgery was fine the nurse doctors everyone was great,thank God no complications.I was actually surprised at how good I felt,I only used pain medication the 1st night(had to get use to sleeping on the opposite side of the port.LOL now the gas issue was a little more than I expected.Even with the slow losing that I am doing I would definitely do again and encourage anyone who has been down the "any diet /diet pills/supplement on the market,internet etc cycle to give the band a try it works if you work with it.May God Bless you with peace of mind about your choice.

Please please get us couch potatoes(I am the whole darn sack) motivated.I try but to be honest I HATE to exercise. So any suggestions will be a help.Shift work makes the gym thing kind of a waste for me. HELP US PLEASE!!!!!!!!!!!! lol I am from south jersey

I tried the Isopure drinks. I tried grape,apple,and the orange flavors.Of all of them I like the apple best.It was really good mixed with lite apple juice,just make sure it's really cold otherwise it can be kinda yuky to me. There is a site bariatriceating.com they have alot of protein stuff.The nectars mixed with crystal lite are yummy

OMG Colin is soooooooooo hot and Matthew omg omg he was Oprah yesterday and he is to die for ummmmmmmm

I just got a fill last week.I have been experiencing that same thing this week.Sometimes I can only eat like 2 bites and be full,but later in the day I am famished and seems like no restriction.Guess it's true the band be a fickle tool for us to use.

Watermelon is very filling for me.I'm just wondering since it seems to produce alot of juice is it really bad to eat it on a regular basis?Wondering because thought I read a post said it's high in sugar.

I saw Bobby Flay grill watermelon on the food network the other day. It looked good

Maybe it's a fungus,like what my grandmom use to call ring worm. Until you get medical attention I would make sure to wash hands after touching and keep it covered with a bandaid to prevent spreading.Hope everything works out okay

Taylor Hicks!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! NEW AMERICAN IDOL :faint: :faint:

I would also like to express my love and gratitude for the moderators, who have been so helpful and giving of their time to help all of us bandsters in our journey to a healthier life.

I can eat lettuce.I have tried only romaine lettuce and spinach as addtions to my salads. If I make it at home I shredd the lettuce like for a hoagie or coleslaw and than chop it into small pieces as well as the meat ,cheese and eggs etc.It's kinda mushie in a way but easier to chew and digest for me.

HIP HIP HOOOOOOOOOORAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! U go Gurl.......... Job well done. Thanks for sharing your good news with us.......

Well said Alexandra! I am new (toddlers list)to bandland and find you to be very helpful and definitely encouraging(even when you are stern with us) I for one appreciate honesty and knowing the reality/reminder of the band.I know it's a "TOOL" not the magic tool and a lifetime commitment to becoming/staying healthy.I trust when I am on the graduates list of bandsters I will be able to provide encouragement and a positive prospective to long term banding. I am just blessed to have lost some weight in a healthy way after trying sooo many quick weight loss ideas,which have/can cause unforeseen health issues.Just my 2 cents.

:clap2: Scheduled my fill for 5/25/06.:clap2: Just wondering should I stock up on jello and broths?Will I have to go back to liquid stage again ?Do you fast for 24 hrs prior to the fill? Will I need to take a few days from work again? Why am I scared to have the fill and was sooo excited about the surgery.:paranoid My doctor said it was quick procedure BUT he didn't say how big the needle is ?

What the hello is that? I have never heard of that term.

I loved a stuffed animal because I am cool like that. LOL guess it's true for me because I love my stuffed Mickey Mouse.

I will definitely keep you in my prayers.As you said " With God all things are possible"...........let his will be done and in his time. Remember if he closes one door he will open another.I trust God will heal your injuries.Feel better soon.

:help: :help: :help: :help: :help: :help: :help: :help: :help: :help: :help: :help: :help: :help: :help: I met with my doctor on Thursday,to find I have gained back 2 lbs:cry he suggested I would need a fill,since I am struggling to not over eat and I don't feel any restrictions. I was informed that BC/BS covers 1st fill after 90 days:cry (I was banded 3/8/06) so should I try to tough it out until end of June(hopefully without any more weight gain)or pay for it out of pocket (lol will figure out the $$ part later this is stressful enough) I am drinking water when I feel hungry and really careful of what/how much I am eating now. I really binged on Thursday nite after finding out bc/bs won't pay and I paid dearly with the golf ball and sliming thingy.

Comcast on demand has "FREE" exercise demos. Check out the on demand menu for the exercise portion,they have allllll kinda things ex: hoola, belly dance, yoga, pilates and other cardio stuff.Just make sure it's the free stuff

:heh: I tried belly dancing for the first time today,it was grrrrrrrrreat lol I am not very good (roflmbo) but it was fun and works up a sweat.So anyone with Comcast on demand check it out.

WOW what a great attitude.You can only succeed.Thanks for giving me prospective.

Have gained back 4 lbs.:confused: I slacked up on protein shakes and water.I need to step up the exercise if I am gonna do this thing.I have challenged myself to loose 2 lbs by Monday.So here goes!!!!:clap2:

Have gained back 4 lbs.:Banane59: I slacked up on protein shakes and water.I need to step up the exercise if I am gonna do this thing.I have challenged myself to loose 2 lbs by Monday.So here goes!!!!:clap2: