Band_Groupie
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Does he only use the weight loss as the determining factor for a fill? If your losing weight on your own without enough restriction and you're hungry then shouldn't that matter as well? Good luck this week! -BG
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Atkins worked really well for me pre-band (several times LOL), but it's not something I could live on (I thinked it worked well because I could still eat large amounts, just not carbs). I try to eat less carbs now, but I'm not strictly Atkins. There are many here (I think there's even a Group) that are following low carb diets and are doing really well! Good luck! -BG
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Excellent...celebrate those successes! -BG
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I made the high cal ones for a party not long ago, so I'll give these a try (kids love them). Someone here said they found low carb tortillas too...have to take a look. Thanks! -BG
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It's been close to 3 years since last post :{
Band_Groupie commented on SanDiegoUbermom's blog entry in Blog 8403
Why so long since a fill...I'm guessing you need one if you've been able to gain some weight? Glad you're back and taking control again. -BG -
The burping has not stopped. The good news is it didn't get any worse with carbonation and so far it's never hurt. I'm actually just getting used to it now. I get it right after eating or when I drink fast. I'm starting to pay attention as someone told me that might be my 'signal' that I'm full...hmmm we'll see...lovely signal. I was just laughing about this in the car yesterday as a huge one came out and DH said 'wow'...I couldn't conjure up a burp to save my life pre-band! Let me know if you find a remedy!
Hope you're finally doing well...you had a really rough road there at the beginning! OK, what kind of doc gives you a vaccine when you're already sick with it...he knew there was a chance of bigger reactions...Amazing! Anyway, I'm glad they got you all sorted out finally and now you're on real food! Now comes the good part! Hang in there gal, you're a trooper! -BG
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Thanks for the comment...Hot? Not!, but I'm working on it LOL. Love the artwork! What a great idea to feed the hunger! Hope the swimming is going well still! -BG
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Here's the link to the April 09 Bandster Forum with all the threads HERE. Go to the top thread and just above it you'll see 'Forum Tools', click there and then choose 'Subscribe to this Forum' and now it will show up under your 'User CP' (I bookmarked my User CP page as my sign in one). You can start a new thread to introduce yourself or go to the 'Dates Only' thread and do it there Click HERE.
Glad you're doing so well! Go Bunnies!! -BG
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Glad to hear you're better! I know, this whole thing is hard to figure out. There are people who are tight after a fill and then others who suddenly get tight a week or so after a fill. If you're keeping the solid protein down now, then that's perfect...you'll know if you need another fill if the hunger comes back between meals. We'll get this figured out after some more trial/error I'm sure. Best Wishes! -BG
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New to the Process- deciding where to have it done
Band_Groupie commented on migrus's blog entry in Blog 69278
If you haven't already, you should post this on the home page under Hospitals (and you can also do a search there). You're more likely to get an answer on the forums. Good luck. BG -
I May Be PLAYING with the BAND on MONDAY!!!!!
Band_Groupie commented on imaluckydog's blog entry in Blog 65542
Fingers, toes, and eyes crossed here! -BG -
Courtney, WELCOME TO LBT! What a great thing to be going through this together with your Mom. You'll have each others support! Best wishes! -BG
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WELCOME TO LBT! If you've been to a seminar then you have a good idea what the band can/can't do for you. If at your age your already having health issues then you know it's only going to get worse with more weight. I'd suggest you read some of the success stories here and look at the rest of the site for information. Then talk to the surgeon about your situation and ask questions. Don't wait until your 50 like me to get the help you need now. Good luck! -BG
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Does anyone have a bump under their port site?
Band_Groupie commented on Leopardite's blog entry in Blog 69333
WELCOME TO LBT! And congratulations on your banding! The port site will have a LOT more swelling and it can stay for months. That's where they made the biggest hole in your abdominal wall to put the band in. I'm 2 months out and the swelling is down (felt like a baseball before). I can easily still feel my port, but I don't have much stomach fat. Good luck! -BG -
Are you sure the bulge isn't where your port is...typically more swelling there? Congratulations Bander!
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Sounds like you might be at your Sweet Spot...or maybe a tiny unfill amount if Flo causes a problem again (I'm guessing the PB's are gone?). I can't wait to be losing a pound every few days again! You're doing great!!! -BG
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A 9cc fill?!!! Wow, you win...that's the biggest fill I've ever heard of!!! I'm hoping you have the large 14cc band? Keep an eye on it closely and be sure you're able to get all your liquids in at least and you're not PBing...if so, call the doc! Good luck to you! -BG
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TWO magic words! Bacon and Cheese! Yummy!
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Awesome job DB! Seriously?!! Almost 10 inches off your waist? Is that possible in 2 months???!!! Amazing! -BG
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As always Wendy, you keep it real and I appreciate that! You're still doing an awesome job though...64 Pounds is AMAZING! I'm feeling really guilty about the ice cream scoop I had Thursday now...so NOT worth it. Food addiction is a tough monster. Keep on going girl, can't wait for the new pics! -BG
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6/18/09 Restriction...Finding The Balance
Band_Groupie commented on Band_Groupie's blog entry in The Sweet Spot
Hey JA!!! Good to see you back again Momma! Sending you a message now... -
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Hey Dear, Just thinking of you and wondering how your doing? Bandster Hell can be one big long bummer, but I want to make sure you're feeling better now. Hopefully you're on solids now! Keep in touch! -BG
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Just checking on you girlfriend! Hope all is going well! Thinking of you... -BG
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I'm still in Bandster Hell too (2 fills in). I have to remind myself that just because I CAN eat anything, doesn't mean I SHOULD. If you can't eat as much as before, then make those meals count...focus on one committment at a time. Protein first, no drinking before/during/after, etc. I'm trying now to work on getting the full amount of solid protein in first and if I wait a little I seem to be less hungry. Old habits are hard to break, I know! Keep saving for that next fill as the band can't do it's part in helping you without it. Good luck! -BG