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Hi,
u look great . I have a ways 2 go 45 lbs. To rech my goal i was banded 12/23/08.lost about 55lbs.post 2 me .
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How are the banded Notorious Novembers???
morethanbabyfat replied to mljalways's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I cook huge portions too, but I bought these great 4 oz containers, and I package everything up and bring it to work for lunch. But I usually end up eating the same thing for a whole week, which is probably why I get sick of it, and then grab junk. Ok, so at the risk of letting ALL of my business hang out,I have to let you know that I have some assistance in the hair department. It's only mine because I paid for it! :lunch: -
How are the banded Notorious Novembers???
morethanbabyfat replied to mljalways's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hey EbonyRose, That is me, thanks for your kind words! I've had two fills so far, and I actually think I've got pretty good restriction. The problem is the slider foods. It's like the convenience stores call out to me...I live in NYC, so there's at least one on every block. I always feel like I need to go in a pick up a bag of cheddar and sour cream Ruffles (I believe those things are laced with crack). I've heard of the rubber band thing, but I also would be black and blue...and cranky by the end of the day! I can squeeze into a 16 right now, but I recently bought a size 16 dress from H&M that makes me look like a streetwalker, instead of like I'm going to work, which is where I want to wear it, so I've estimated that I need to lose another 5-10 lbs to wear it comfortably. It's hanging outside my closet door as motivation. I'm going to look into the charm bracelet too. That will definitely keep me motivated! Somehow, the thought of buying jewelry is more exciting than a bag of chips. Thanks for that suggestion... -
How are the banded Notorious Novembers???
morethanbabyfat replied to mljalways's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hi all, I don't post very often, but I really need some encouragement...was banded November 24th, and weight loss was great for the first 2 months. Third month, I slacked up on my healthy choices and lost about 7 lbs. But now, I'm a total mess. Chips, chocolate, donuts, you name it. Initially, I convinced myself it was ok, because I was PMS'ing. But three weeks of PMS cravings? I know I'm making horrible choices, but just can't get motivated. What's ridiculous is that I can't even really eat bread, so I'll eat a donut fully knowing it will get stuck. I exercise twice a week (two hour high energy dance class) after work, but on the weekends I just can't get off the couch. I find that the only reason I even make semi-healthy choices at work is because a couple co-workers know I'm banded and I wouldn't want them to catch me eating the wrong thing. I've already been to the nutritionist, and gotten a list of healthy snacks and meal choices. I just need to get it together! -
Hey, thanks for your words of encouragement. You look great in your before pics, I'd love to see your progress! And by the way, the kitty is adorable...
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Hi Nicole, I'm more than happy to answer your questions (although I'm far from any kind of expert.) I lost 9 lbs prior to my surgery. Don't ask me how, because I didn't do any pre-surgery regimen.
Surgery itself was a breeze. I went in at 6am, and left by noon the next day. I've never had any surgery/anesthesia before this, but everything went so quickly and I was in virtually no pain. The nurses were surprised at how much I was moving around.
My weight loss in the first month was about 15 lbs, second month was about 9, and third month only 7. Part of the slow down is that you lose less when you're no longer on all liquids. And the other part is that I don't always make the best food choices
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Hi, my name is Nicole and I'm set to have surgery on 4/15/09 and I wanted to know if you could answer some questions for me. Have you had any major complications, how fast/slow has the weight been coming off and how long was your recovery/hospital stay? I'm pretty much set on having the surgery, but just getting some questions answered by people who have had the surgery already and YOU LOOK WONDERFUL, KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK!!!!!!
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I was banded 11/14/08 - you are beautiful! God bless you and keep you on your journey! I wish you all the happiness and success with this that you could hope for:)
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I was banded just before Thanksgiving, and my doc said it was ok to drink a little for Christmas and New Years (in moderation of course). No beer though. I stuck to vodka with diet cranberry juice. As far as soda, I never really drank the stuff pre-surgery, and haven't had any since then. As far as I've been told, we really should stay away from carbonation.
