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31andnew

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About 31andnew

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    Advanced Member
  • Birthday 03/19/1978

About Me

  • Biography
    Short and thick, the story of my family.
  • Interests
    sewing, cooking, decorating
  • Occupation
    Manager
  • City
    Tampa
  • State
    Florida
  1. 31andnew started following April Bandsters?, Day 5 of Pre-Op, Negotiating the cost of lapband and and 3 others
  2. Alex Brecher

    Happy 35th Birthday 31andnew!

  3. Alex Brecher

    Happy 34th Birthday 31andnew!

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  8. Nessia

    Hi 31, how did your surgery go? I am new here and same stats as you. can you tell me how you qualified? did you have what they call "co-morbidities" or, diabetes, heart condition etc? would really appreciate your response.

  9. pdburch

    I know it hard for you, but hang in there. I see that alot of people had to go 2 weeks before their surgery on a liquid diet, I was lucky. I only had to go 24 hours and I was having a hard time. LOL The surgery went great and I am so happy. I am just a little soar and thats it.

  10. 31andnew

    Hey Lady, how is it going? I'm scheduled for the 20th and this 2 week pre-op diet is killing me. Its tough to stick to.

  11. 31andnew

    Day 5 of Pre-Op

    31andnew replied to carbgrl's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    :):sad: This pre-op diet really has me rethinking my decision for this surgery. I have a 2 week liquid diet, no fruit, no veggies, nothing. My assistant told me today that I am a bit on edge and I know its from the hunger and frustration of this strict diet. I started Monday and have lost 2 pounds each day. I have been weak and have had headaches. Don't know if I can stick with it for another 10 days. Why are there so many variations, I would kill just to have something to chew and swallow.
  12. 31andnew

    April Bandsters?

    31andnew replied to hopeful41411's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    I am being banded on April 20th too!! On my 2 week pre-op diet and have become quite mean as a result.
  13. 31andnew

    I am 5'2" and weigh 200 lbs. I will be banded on April 20th. Your starting stats are almost identical to mine. What was your surgery day like?

  14. 31andnew

    Bunny Bandsters - April '09, MASTER THREAD #1

    31andnew replied to Band_Groupie's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums

    Hi everyone, I am scheduled for Lapband surgery (outpatient) on April 20th. I have a 2 week pre-op diet to follow which is mostly liquids and a little dairy, no sugar or carbs. This is my first surgery EVER so needless to say I am worried. Others tell me that nothing is as difficult as child birth but I can't relate b/c I don't have any kids!! The worst part is that I have a really aggressive needle phobia but being overweight is much more frightening. If anyone has in tips to help me prepare my mind for this journey, please share. Thanks.
  15. pdburch

    :scared2:I am having the surgery on April 10, 2009. A hair loss is one of my issues too. I was told to make sure I get in my 70 to 80 grams of protein and I will be okay.

  16. pdburch

    I am truly excited. I hope your surgery this month too.

  17. 31andnew

    When are you hving your surgery? I hope I will be banded in April. I am concerned about hair loss. I already have a relaxer and am nervous about loosing even more.

  18. 31andnew
    Hi Nonnie1956. Most surgeons seem to look at your BMI, body mass index, to determine your eligibility. I'm short at 200 pounds and my BMI was 36-37. With your symptoms, you should have no problem being a candidate. Visit www.lapband.com to find a surgeon in your area and to calculate your BMI. I am self-pay so the process is moving rather quickly for me. Depending on your insurance requirements, you may have to be on a doctor supervised weightloss program for up to 6 months. Don't get discouraged, just look at all of the wonderful "Before and After" photos and think that one of them could be you!! Good Luck, do your research and you will be fine.
  19. 31andnew
    Hey 39andholding, let me know if you'd like to chat sometime and maybe coach each other! I'm hoping to be banded in April because I am self pay and the process moves a lot faster.
  20. 31andnew
    Thanks for all of the input. Glad to know that I have band twins out there. I posted in another section to ask if folks with lower BMIs have quick weightloss like those with higher BMIs. The other bandsters say that lower BMIs drop weight quickly if not quicker than those with high BMIs and make it to their goal weight faster. Now I'm no rocket scientist and I can't attest to the validity of the statements but it sure did sound good when I was reading. Makes me more excited to get going. Confession: I can't wait to wear sexy work out gear and start power walking again!! Been a while since I turned heads, I think I can get used to it again

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