tinkerbellbeeve
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reebok gave me a blister on the inside of my foot last week bought the la gear walk n tone and i love them! i like the cushion on the sides doing 1st 5k sat!!t
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I've Lost 157 Pounds After Lap Band Surgery!!!!! Yay!
tinkerbellbeeve replied to Jill10191130's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
you go girl!!thats wonderful had my surgery 12-19-8 i have lost 102 its hard every day but you just have to push yourself to get the end results!! congradulations!! -
I've Lost 157 Pounds After Lap Band Surgery!!!!! Yay!
tinkerbellbeeve replied to Jill10191130's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
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i had my surgery 12-19-8 and bcbs/texas did not pay for anything,not even my blood work it was 1200.00 but i would do it again!!lost 102lbs so far it was work every penny! around 15,000 out of pocket its 300.00 for a fill my doctor has left the area so hopefully i will not need a fill anytime soon good luck
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i have been going to curves for 6 years and i love it she is right you only get out of it what you put into it i had surgery 12-14-8 down 100 lbs i also started to anytime fitness i really enjoy it also!! as long as you do some kind of exercise you will see the inches and weight go away!! good luck!!:thumbup:
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Not a miracle surgery...
tinkerbellbeeve replied to LapBeezy's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
yes its just a tool... you have to want to keep loosing its so hard every day being on a diet but thats just the way it is.....some days bother us more than others!! my surgery 12-14-8 lost 100 but have gained back 10 so back down again...... just keep exercising and eating right it will come off good luck!! -
It's just not working. Any ideas why not?
tinkerbellbeeve replied to bookwormswot's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
our bariatric coordinator said never have popcorn it can mess up the band and they may have to surgical remove it i have tried to eat it a couple of times but still hear her in my head do not eat it,,,,,' its so hard to stay on track... exercise and more exercise stay away from the 3-c's candy cookies cake candy is my problem!! good luck!!:confused: -
1st day of the Liquid Diet...
tinkerbellbeeve replied to Jamie1970's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
you will get there just keep the positive attitude!! mine was 12-14-8 started 293 now 193!!sz 24 to 14 10 is my goal just do it the healthy way and exercise and you will not need the extra skin removed good luck!! -
Almost 2 years out from banding and feeling like a failure!
tinkerbellbeeve replied to tryinghard44's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
i am the same way!banded 12-14-8 down 100 then it has stopped! went back to dr may for the 1st time in months he took out 1/2cc and i have gained 10 eating all the wrong foods...i have a 10cc band and its now around 7 so i thing my next appt 7-5 i will have him put back the 1/2 cc! and i am changing gyms! hopefully that will get me back on track good luck to everyone its so hard! just go day by day :thumbup::scared2::scared2: -
Second thoughts...
tinkerbellbeeve replied to Pickles26's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
my surgery date was 12-14-8 down 100lbs wish i would of done the lap band years ago!! i had to pay out of pocket and its worth every penny of it dont 2nd guess yourself!!follow your heart just do it!! good luck:thumbup: -
my surgery was 12-14-08 down 100lbs..... but here lately i am going crazy with chocolate sweet anything!! any suggestions on what can help with the sweet tooth? thanks
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you go girl!!i hit my 100lb gone last week! congradulations! i am like you the best decision i ever made was to have the lap band good luck with the rest of your journey!!:thumbdown:
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Just needed to celebrate
tinkerbellbeeve replied to garnergal's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
you go girl!!good luck with those last few lbs!you can do it congratulations!great job!! -
Decent tasting Protein shake mix
tinkerbellbeeve replied to Havens's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
ultimate protein i love the chocolate and vanilla!!! -
my surgery was dec 2008 lost 96 since then!!your body will go through so many changes my wgt has slowed since dec 2009 i have lost 5 they say thats good so it will stay off! but still dont make it easier. i have to be careful w/candy sweets are my weekness! stick with it it will work!!and attend the support meeting we have one once per month in conway sc good luck and dont give up!!try to think positive!!
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me to!banded dec 2008 lot 96 lbs and up &down 1-3 lbs since dec! find my self eating chips/candy but i still make myself go to the gym 4 days i guess thats why i have not gained more! going to my support group tonigt maybe they will help kick me back on the right road! good luck!!
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do it asap! i am 43now banded 12-19-8 lost 93 293 to 200 today.... i wished i would of done it a long time ago! like you i have been over weight my whole life. its a lifestyle change but it gives you the tool to not eat! because you cant so you learn to accept it!! good luck with your decision
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old bandster looking for support, direction, advice
tinkerbellbeeve replied to typoqueen's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
we were just talking about this today at curves!!my surgery was 12-19-8 i have lost 91 so far! but you still have to have the will power! drink and drink!and exercise dont give up your worth it!!find another dr and support group once a month helps me also. good luck..... -
banded dec 2008 & 90lb gone forever! i have been taking the bariatric vitamins with 3 weeks supply to go. I know they are expensive but you usually get what you pay for!! has anyone used a cheaper one with the same great effect as they have had on me. i have not experienced any hair loss or other side effects from not taking my supplements just need your wisdom thanks happy new year!!
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Can you eat a whole burger when you have good restriction?
tinkerbellbeeve replied to zuly98's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
yes another fill i would think i cant eat any fried with it comming back and the bread is a definate no no good luck!! -
I am STARVING!
tinkerbellbeeve replied to laughnleo's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
protein shakes and water will help kill the hunger pains. good luck!! -
thats wonderful you go girl! i love my band banded 12-19-8 90lb gone forever!!
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does anyone regret having the surgery over losing weight on there own?
tinkerbellbeeve replied to fatgirlnomore7's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
:thumbup:no way would do it again in a minute! and i had to pay out of pocket around 19,500 bcbs would not pay for it banded 12-19-2008 lost 84 lbs so far! goal is 170 i go to curves 3 days a week and the gym 4 days its still a battle every day to eat right and exercise but the band is a wonderful tool to help with the eating good luck in what ever you decide:thumbup: -
Almost a year out and discouraged
tinkerbellbeeve replied to SCTexasGirl's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
any exercise you can do will help i go to curves 3 days a week and the gym 4 days its hard to get motivated when no one will go with you!!you have to do it for your self!good luck!!keep on loosing you can do it! good luck!!