CHI-Girl

So after I posted my blog yesterday I decided that I needed to do something about my being able to eat any and everything. So I was able to get in for a fill yesterday afternoon. I was given 1 cc making it a total of 3.5 cc's since surgery because I was told that at time of surgery 3 cc's were installed with my band. Anyway ya I'm feeling this 1cc and loving it. I was able to eat 4 oz of cottage cheese this AM and feeling it at the band. Which is something I didn't really feel before except for after surgery due to swelling. I really hope this does the trick for at least a little while. Because I hatted to be on the hunt for food!!!!! So today is my 11 week bandaversary!!!! I am realizing that dispite this minor set back this was really the best decision I've made. Yes it's a challenge and it's not the easy way out. REALLY their is NOTHING easy about this BAND!!!!!! Because I can still eat cake and candy and chips all junk goes down really well. But if I eat the right amount of protien I notice I'm not wanting the junk food. Even when using will power a bite or two of cake is more then enough. One more thing I realized this AM is I need to keep my eye on the prize!!! For me it's being a healthy skiny B*tCh!!!!! No more cpap, comfy in my own skin, no more rubbing thighs, being able to walk up stairs with out huffing and puffing and most of all being able to complete my black belt training (I've been on hold with this for a while and I'm only 3 belts away). ~life is better today~ PEACE

So I'm 10 weeks and 6 days out and well this week I'm gaining weight!!!!!!!! So I'm frustrated.... But I know why I'm gaining but the point is I can eat any and everything with no problem. Ugh so I had some chocolates of course I did it goes down, it goes down really well. Although I have to say it again everything goes down really well. I guess I'm starting to panic this AM when the scale read up a few pounds. I was sick for a week and a half so I haven't worked out either. Ugh... I need to get back on the loosing track. It's just so hard. I know I need to plan my meals but I haven't all week I clearly know what the problem is but I wish my band could kick in to gear with me and stop me from being able to eat so much. Oh and this darn TOM that just won't go away I have been spotting since like a week after surgery and this AKA period was the worst ever it was heavy and I would have bleed threw situations all weekend. WOW as I'm rambiling on here and I'm seeing issues. I wonder if the PMS is making me crave chocolate. AM I a wide open TOM girl, because last months AKA TOM I was tighter then all get out!!!!! ugh My madness is complete MADNESS!!! Let me finish this blog on a good note: I do know that before the band I probably wouldn't have lost these 25 pounds I would have gained them so I'm greatful I was able to have willpower the first 10 weeks. I will try and continue from today to go back to my band rules and not eat other then Protien first, Veggies, Fruits, starches and sweets if I'm still hungry. AND DRINK MY WATER... AND WAIT THE WHOLE 1 HOUR AFTER MEALS to drink... PEACE!!!!!!

Skeeterbait8 it could be! TOM is so evil I wish I could band it for good. UGH. I called and by some miracle I was able to get in for a fill. I hope that it helps because this frustration must stop.

yup this is my all the way... It's so not right if you ask me. But I really think it has to do with the band... hormones and what not. Can't wait for this phaze to pass.

Sounds like we have a lot in common! I'm going threw the same drama. I really think I need another fill. As well as band myself from candy/junk food. Not that I consume much of it but I really think because I'm not satisfied I'm on the hunt for food...

So I'm 10 weeks and 6 days out and well this week I'm gaining weight!!!!!!!! So I'm frustrated.... But I know why I'm gaining but the point is I can eat any and everything with no problem. Ugh so I had some chocolates of course I did it goes down, it goes down really well. Although I have to say it again everything goes down really well. I guess I'm starting to panic this AM when the scale read up a few pounds. I was sick for a week and a half so I haven't worked out either. Ugh... I need to get back on the loosing track. It's just so hard. I know I need to plan my meals but I haven't all week I clearly know what the problem is but I wish my band could kick in to gear with me and stop me from being able to eat so much. Oh and this darn TOM that just won't go away I have been spotting since like a week after surgery and this AKA period was the worst ever it was heavy and I would have bleed threw situations all weekend. WOW as I'm rambiling on here and I'm seeing issues. I wonder if the PMS is making me crave chocolate. AM I a wide open TOM girl, because last months AKA TOM I was tighter then all get out!!!!! ugh My madness is complete MADNESS!!! Let me finish this blog on a good note: I do know that before the band I probably wouldn't have lost these 25 pounds I would have gained them so I'm greatful I was able to have willpower the first 10 weeks. I will try and continue from today to go back to my band rules and not eat other then Protien first, Veggies, Fruits, starches and sweets if I'm still hungry. AND DRINK MY WATER... AND WAIT THE WHOLE 1 HOUR AFTER MEALS to drink... PEACE!!!!!!

Ugh, I'm so going threw this right now. Been spotting on and off and during period its just such a heavy flow that I can't take it anymore. I feel like something isn't right. I'm only like 10 weeks out! Hope this ends soon...

I have this to... curious to see responses. I'm 11 days post-op.

Hi I'm having surgery on the 30th as well. I can't wait! I have a million emotions going on but know I'm doing the right thing... Keep me posted how things go for you and I'll do the same! Good luck!

You will be fine my insurance only requires you to be 18 and have BMI over 40 and your all good. I have same stats as you but I am older then you. I did the same thing over and over lose and gain. I'm having surgery this Friday. Anything is possible. Just don't wait to long to get on the horn and find out what your insurance requirements are.

I used to get pain like that (I'm not banded either) but it was because I was consuming to much splenda. And it was terrible. I stopped eating anything with splenda and I felt better. I would also get a lot of infections in kidneys because of the splenda... :scared2: hope you figure it out.

I'm in the same boat but mine is due to allergy's so I have been trying to get better all week. My surgery is Jan 30th. I am hoping I can still have surgery as well. I see My Doc 27th for last visit with him before surgery. I have waited so long and now this... I hope it works out for the both of us. Keep me posted as to what happens. :tt2:

OMG that's awesome you and your hubby will be banded I'm sure it makes it easier... I originally thought I would be having it at Alexian Brothers but I guess they didn't have any openings and St. Alexuis did. OMG I went their this Saturday and it's really really really nice and everyone is supper nice. WOW you see him today... Cool. So are you excited? I am and ready to get this done already. Are you going to the meeting on the 7th maybe, we can meet. Do you want to be support buddy's?

I'm having surgery at St. Alexuis. How about you? Have you gone to any of the post op classes by chance? I think we have a great Doc!!!!!!!! I get to see him again on the 27th.

I had all my testing done this Past Saturday Upper GI was YUCK!!!!!!! when are you getting banded and where? My band date is Jan 30th going through the Kane Center -Dr. Rantis. They are an awesome group to work with.

Hi Welcome! I'm finally being banded On Jan 30th. This site is a great tool, hope you enjoy it as much as I've enjoyed it.

So I've been MIA again from my blog! The Holidays were rough... But what ever back on the ban wagon... SO I finally got a date on Jan 6th and my band date is JAN 30th which is just about 2 weeks away. I'm excited and ready for the journey... I have to admit I did gain a few pounds so I'm freaking out like I always am! That would be ME. So This Saturday I get to do all the final lab work and EKG, chest x-ray and what ever other stuff that I can't seem to remember at this moment. But I'm so ready to get it over with because my addiction to food just sucks! Ugh can't wait to get this undercontrol and get rid of issues and get skinny on top of all that!!!!!!!!!!!! I'll keep u posted

So I've been MIA again from my blog! The Holidays were rough... But what ever back on the ban wagon... SO I finally got a date on Jan 6th and my band date is JAN 30th which is just about 2 weeks away. I'm excited and ready for the journey... I have to admit I did gain a few pounds so I'm freaking out like I always am! That would be ME. So This Saturday I get to do all the final lab work and EKG, chest x-ray and what ever other stuff that I can't seem to remember at this moment. But I'm so ready to get it over with because my addiction to food just sucks! Ugh can't wait to get this undercontrol and get rid of issues and get skinny on top of all that!!!!!!!!!!!! I'll keep u posted

Has anyone tried these products? looking for protein stuff for after surgery, will be banded Jan 30th.

Hi so I was finally approved last month found out on Dec 12 and finally got a date this week that January 30th 2009 is the date. Was wondering if any others have this date as well? To help support each other threw this journey! Happy New Years to all- 2009 is my year to change and be healthier then ever...

I really think you need to cut the carbs out! Carbs only make you crave more carbs. I'm not banded yet but have been following the band diet and it honestly works eat your protein first, then veggies, fruits and make carbs your last thing if you can even eat it last. I think even though you don't have the restriction you desire that you can do this by assessing your choices and getting your mind focused on what you desire to be healthy and thin!!! As far as the drinks I think you also need to cut that out, it seems to me your leaning on a transfer of addiction. From reading your post it seems like your craving the sweets and it could be because your Carb intake is so high! Wish you the best...

Just got the letter in the Mail ok no appeal will be needed they are just missing the paperwork from the shrink which is why they denied. So I'm having them send that in until they finally get it, to relook at it and approve. I'll keep you posted with what happens.