Ready to Lose

Hello to all of my fellow bandsters!! Wow it has been a long time. I am so grateful for the 'shout out' because I really need to get back on track!!! I have successfully gained back @ 25lbs. (I will need to verify that) No, the band didn't give up on me, I have just fallen into 'bad choice' mode. I will fix my banner when I can and I welcome all the help and encouragement you are willing to give. For all my friends out there........ The journey begins again!!!

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Just voted, your still ahead!! Good luck.

I have psoriasis and will be having lap band (hopefully in Jan - Feb). Anyone else out there with psoriasis? Or know of another member?

I have had my band about 1 1/2 years now. There has been no psoriasis related issues thus far. Good luck!

I could have written all of these messages. I was banded Feb 2007. (@ 1 1/2 years out) Lost the majority of my weight in the first 6 months. Haven't lost anything in about 8 months. Still have good amount to lose. Still have restriction. STill PB if I drink too fast, or eat something of the wrong consistency. (I PB at least 1x a week). I never had what is called 'steady loss' 1-2 lbs a week. I would do major losses --- then nothing. I have lost around 60 -65 lbs. I would LOVE to lose some more........its just not happening. All in all, I wouldn't change a thing. 60 lbs lighter feels soooo much better then 60 lbs heavier!!! Good luck to all.

many months now. I have changed my ticker to motivate myself!! !!:smile2: I have gotten lazy regarding band rules. Hopefully I can re-engerize myself by seeing it down in print! Maybe it will help someone else get back on the 'band-wagaon' again.

Skinny: Dont be so disappointed in yourself........ it wasn't your fault that you got sick. And as far as I'm concerned your hubby is acting like a "butt", :biggrin2:. Some men, (including mine) think their helping and end up saying the most insensitive things. You can do it!! Me too!! Come on Skinny, join the journey again & restart with the '30 Rule' - chew EVERYTHING 30 TIMES - meal should take 30 minutes to eat - no drinking 30 minutes before or after meals Thats how I'm restarting Best of luck. Ready to lose We have too, we've worked too hard to get this far. I have faith in you

Brandy: 16 is my mini goal. Or shall I say my ULTIMATE goal. I have lost 70 lbs -- regained about 5lbs. So right now I am the proud dis-owner of 65 mean pounds!!!!!!!!!1 I am so grateful of my band. I was banded in Feb.2007 Just see myself slipping and dont want too!!

Leslie: Keep me posted and let me know how u r doing!!

This may not be the healthy choice - but I would buy pre-made mashed potatos.

Hi, I don't know what part of N.C. you are located....but I used Dr. Voellinger. He is in Charlotte. Not sure about the $. I was one of the lucky ones (insurance covered) Good luck!!!

I have the exact same experience EVERYTIME I have a fill. As a matter of fact, if they don't get the needle in the port after a few minutes (searching for hole) I have to insist that they stop the procedure!! I try to combat it by calmly picturing myself somewhere else, singing songs in my head, etc. etc. But like I said,....... if their in there too long it invetiablly happens.......I Cannot control it. It really is quite bothersome.:eek: Crazy as it sounds, it works a little better for me if my Shoes and socks are off!!!:cool2: I know now I sound crazy!! Let me know if you find out anyway that helps you.

Good Morning!! I have been banded for over a year (Feb 5) I'm in ONEDERLAND as well, I started at 250 Currently at 183 First few months were my most rapid loss, from there on it has been terribly slow.........if I average it out...about half a pound every 2 months I'm fighting to hold on to my 183 (I've been as low as 180, for a day!!!) I have about 50 more to go... my fill is at 4.4 in a 4cc band. So I think anything I get below 180 will be excellent!!! I love my band I never could keep the weight off without it. Good luck to all my fellow 40's

Good luck with your promotion news!!!!!!!!!!!!! I'm cheering for you

Debbie Thanks for the words of encouragement. I'm currently at 4.4 cc's. Each day brings something different.

Sula: Dr. put me up to 4.6 cc's (to tight) I waited 1 week (lost 8 lbs!!!) Back to dr. took out .2cc's Now at 4.4 cc's Trying to control my intake this week so I don't gain back weight!! ITS NOT EASY!! How much fill do you have?

Went to dr's today. I had 4.6 cc's in my 4cc band. Wasn't able to eat anything (had about a week on the liquid diet) They took out .2cc's and what a major difference!!! I can drink and this afternoon I had some eggsalad! Unbelieveable what a difference .2cc's can make!!! Thanks for listening

thanks for all who listened!!! I appreciated it. with 4.6cc's it does feel too tight, I will have to go to doc's by weeks end if it doesn't loosen some. Cant eat anything (not even icecream, without it coming back to me) had 3 tablespoons of chicken broth today. (not succesfully) But being on the liquid only phase I have dropped lbs. exactly, idk I want to wait a week to find out! Good luck all

Ok went to doc's he filled me to 4.6 cc's (in 4cc band) He said it can be stretched to 5 cc's. I really hope this works. Cause after I reach 5 cc's its just me by myself (no more restriction possible) Its causing me to freak out somewhat. I would love to know that in the future I could have some left to help me out throughout my lifetime!! But on the otherhand as crazy as it seems, I am enjoying the liquid (detox) stage, I hope it gives me the boost that I need!!! Whats going on with you guys (other febs that are here!!:tongue2:)

Hey guys, I'm a Feb. bandsters, hope you don't mind the intrusion:smile: Wondering if any of you have this. I have a 4 cc band. Just got a fill yesterday which will bring me to 4.6 cc's. Anyone else over 4 cc's? Im nervous out being so high, from my understanding then thats it! Lifetime. I'm not going to be able to go beyond 5 cc's. Then its truely 'all me'. EEEEKKKK. At this point I wish I had two bands in place!!!! Anyone have any similar experience?

Going for appointment today. Nervous about what he will say, as I already have over 4 cc's in my 4 cc band. Scale still isn't budging though. I have a good 40 - 50 lbs to loose I'll let you know when I come back

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY, BBGIRL ENJOY YOUR DAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

T.G. - It definately sounds like the flu. My neighbors have the same thing. Sever head cold for the parents, children had cold and lasting fever. Dr's said it was flu!!! Take care of yourself, they have been down and out for about 4 days. Hope you feel better soon

Hi all, I am soon to be banded 1 year!!! I have successfully taken off 62 lbs. I'm at the point now that I am thrilled that I have maintained it off. It is much harder to lose now then it was before. It just took me 2 months to take of .5 lbs, and I couldn't be happier!!! There is NO way I could have kept the weight off without the band. Keep moving forward!!!