WishUponABand
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SO....How do you NOT drink with meals? I'm still on pureed/soft foods so it doesn't matter much right now but MAN I'm trying to break it before I get to solids and it's so hard. We you able to break this habit, if so, what worked for you? Also, If you are on Pureed/mushies what are you eating? (or what did you eat?) What time frames work for you with Drinking before and after meals? Thanks you guys I appreciate you reading and/or replying. <3 Steph
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Hey you! Thanks for checking in! I've lost touch with people on here after being banded...kinda the opposite of what I thought would happen. ANYWAYS.. Things are good. Banded on 4/16 lost 20 lbs pre surgery 20 lbs post so far. Got my first fill yesterday and MAN was THAT weird! I'm ok with a lot of foods, it's funny I get bored with eating before I am full. (which isn't good since i get hungry faster) I'm supposed to go for 3 meals a day with small protein snacks in between if needed, that's odd for me since i've always ate 5 or so small meals ... anywho I hope to get the hang of things,
I'm keeping up on it though, never letting myself slip!! All it takes is one time!!How are you doing?? Hope very well!!
<3 Stephanie
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Need Lap Band Buddy / Mentor Bandster Buddy wanted (PNW, or any)
WishUponABand posted a topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Hey Kids, Just been banded 4/16/09, was wondering if anyone was looking for a Bandster Buddy in the PNW Location generally doesn't matter support is what I'm after really. I've got some questions but I also have a lot of answers so if anyone needs a buddy as well hit me up! I'm always on MSN or this forum. Thanks, ~Steph:w00t: -
This is me currently, 40 pounds down!
WishUponABand commented on Manda's gallery image in Member Photo Gallery
GOOD JOB!! I'm almost at 40 Keep up the god work. ~ Steph -
hey Miss BS!!
I was banded on the 16th! I can't believe we were banded so close together! :) If I can help or answer any Q's I'm always here! But I know you're the Band Ninja and know a lot already But I might have some tips for you Best wishes! Steph -
i am in the same boat and did the same thing!! :rolleyes2: :tongue: My Surgeon said probobly a don't on the sushi. rice (gets stuck) BUT u can always have the pieces of fish, and other non rice items. let me know if you have any q's :tt1:
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Hey you!! Long time!! I've been banded!! Woo!! How are you doing w your band? I saw u had another surgery was it scarey??owww :/
Hope all is well!!
~steph!
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***bunny bandsters april 09 master thread #2 ***
WishUponABand replied to lingling's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
hey i was very scared:) but things went beautifully :crying: u can find me on msn messenger: wretched_thoughts@hotmail.com or AIM: GuppysOneAndOnly. ask me anything! ill sign on now if u wanna chat. -
***bunny bandsters april 09 master thread #2 ***
WishUponABand replied to lingling's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
hey i was just banded on the 16th if u have any q's let me know!! :crying: ~ steph -
***bunny bandsters april 09 master thread #2 ***
WishUponABand replied to lingling's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
hey! i was banded on the 16th of this month. wow! as much as ive researched and read up the past year i still felt like i didnt know a lot as i was scared of messing up some how with the help of my hubby i am doing pretty well. on my liquid diet now eating bout a 1/2 cup Protein shake for Breakfast , strained clam chowder for lunch and or dinner and a sugar free fudgecicle :wink2: while on the liquid diet are Snacks ok? and drinking while or soon after meals since u need to keep hydrated? thanks for inviting me to the april bandsters thread! :sad: ~ steph -
hey! thanks for your encouragement! i am now banded! woo! clear liquids end tonight and tomorrow i get to have clam chowder broth and sugar free fudgecicles!! woo! im looking forward to my protein shakes!
Last night the paid got worse before it got better this morning went pretty well. its funny trying to decifer if the stomach is growling or if its gas haha!!
thanks for the tips! hope you are doing well w your band!!
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Getting Banded April 16th, Any Tips or Advice? :heart:
WishUponABand posted a topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hi! I am 23 (soon 24), getting the band and super scared but excited!! I'd LOOOOVE some last minute pointers if you have any. I am going grocery shopping tomorrow for my post-surgery diet for a week or so, any favs when you were just starting out? I'd love to hear the good, bad and the ugly! Anything will help! I'm kinda panicking lol Thanks a lot!! Steph -
Hey Jaynell,
I saw your pics posted, just wanted to stop by and say KEEP GOING and GREAT JOB!! 49 lbs is AWESOME! I'm getting surgery on 4/16 any advice? I'm SUUUPER scared!
Much Love!
Steph
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Band date set for April 22!!!
WishUponABand replied to dminson's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Yay! Congrats! Ill be banded on the 16th! So scared but so excited! -
Can someone please kick my butt??
WishUponABand replied to shelley2b's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Hi, I understand your struggle, I am a recovering binge eater and emotional eater. I am getting banded on the 16th of April and I completely empathize with your situation. Some advice: *PLAN - meaning plan your meals when you travel, keep a small cooler lunch pale with you so if you get hungry you can eat your food. This is what I call a "safety net" this pretty much guarantees you will not dine on sugary high caloric foods. The reason you crave the high fatty and high sugary foods is because your body needs to spike its insulin back up to a normal level and the fastest way to do that is with candy. If you stay constant on your meals and PLAN this should help. As for the emotional part, that is something unfortunately only you can be pro active on. I have been in therapy for years and I am finally coming along with putting together the pieces behind my emotional eating and how to move past them. It's differant for everyone as we've all come from differant experiences, traumas and abuse. All I can tell you regarding emotional eating is support, food journaling no matter WHAT it is, and being honest with yourself. I will totally be here for you to help you out if you ever need any kind of support as we're pretty similar in that department. There is some reason why you are subconciously sabatoging yourself, it is good that you have recognized this before you end up at your starting weight. I have a friend and ex co worker that has the band and she is heavier then her starting weight as she gave up and cannot control her eating. I'd hate for that to happen and I would like nothing more then for you to have success. The best thing you can do is get to the root of the problem behind your emotional eating and start digging. Let me know if I can help. Good luck! Stephanie -
Hi, I saw your post you put up back in June of 08 asking to speak w. people who are or future Bandsters. I will be banded 4/16 feel free to ask me anything.
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Hi!
My name is Stephanie, I saw your photo on the main page. I skimmed thru your photo album and WOW you look amazing!
I've got my date it's 4/16 and super excited but super scared. I was wondering if you have any advice reg. post surgery diet, Surgery day, eating tips and how it has effected you emotionally. If you struggled w. emotional eating did it help w. that? I am a recovering binger. Sorry to load you with questions and lay it all out there, I'm just excited to see so many people coming off the same boat
Love!
Steph
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Hello All, My name is Stephanie I am 23 with a BMI of 49. I am looking into the band again. One day before my pre-op appointment in December I found out I was pregnant so I put the LB process on hold, I lost the baby on New Years Day and have tried losing on my own again. When origionally inquiring about the band in July of '08 I was 283, Jan I was 307 and today 3.11 I am 295. That gain is no suprise to me and am trying to finally nip it in the butt once and for all!! I have some questions if you guys don't mind taking the time to answer them. I've got about 160+ to lose to make it to my goal weight, has anyone lost this amount or close to it and have had problems with lose skin? Does anyone who has been banded find it hard to excersize due to lack of energy in result of restriction the band gives? Does anyone have GERD, Eating Disorders (emotional eating, binging, etc), and/or addiction to food? If so, how has the band helped, and what struggles have you come across since being banded? Sorry for the million question post but I believe it's important to collect all the facts :confused: Thank you all for your time! It is very appreciated! ~Stephanie
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Hola! I'm back and thoughts are pending regarding the band but I hope I make a decision soon! If my Husband was more supportive I might have already done it by now!
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Most recent, February 25th, 2009
WishUponABand commented on gingerbug's gallery image in Member Photo Gallery
great job! You look awesome! How much have you lost? Have you needed any plastic surgery? -
Day before my pre-op appointment I got an early Xmas gift! I'm gonna be a mommy!!
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:redface:Hey Bandsters and Bandsters To Be! I need some advice please!! I've got my pre-op visit this Tuesday and will be scheduling my surgery date!! HOW EXCITING!! My Surgeon suggests the South Beach Diet however I'd like to know what else has worked for you? Also, looking back (if you are already banded) what would you have done to better prepare yourself for the band? Thanks for all of your support and posts each one helps more then you know! Steph
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Thanks for the encouragement
I've wanted this for a long time and just want to do it right, Tuesday I've got my pre-op appointment and will hopefully be given a surgery date!
