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I am always cold too- I thought It was my thyroid problems or lack there of but I guess it could be the weight loss too...:thumbup: I too have noticed my belly isnt rubbing the steering wheel as much anymore too. YIPPEE!

I have watched the show from day 1 and it has changed DRAMATICALLY!!!! When it first came on it was very much " a day in the life of the gosselin's" Now it is more like they always have some place to visit or venue to make an appearance at and that just isnt right.... I feel sorry for the kids, Sorry for John that he never had the balls to stand up to her in the first place but since early on (for those of you who watch) the majority of xtras are all TLC peole- Their extended families REFUSED to be part of the taping (henceforth never any gma-gpa action) or help... I Hope the rumors of infidelity are not true but like most they were stung by the spot light and temptations that I think Hollywood brings.... If they were smart and really in it for the kids they would stop taping and try to pick up where they left off... without the world watching...

I have been doing Curves for 2 weeks and go at least 4 times a week. I TOTALLY break a sweat but am also totally out of shape- So far I like it but do see the potential for getting bored. :biggrin: I am going to stick it out for my year because it is convenient and they are very supportive and encouraging...

Pre band I never really snacked on them but had them occasionally-- I find now with the band that I love trail mixes and the nuts especially- I think I'm gunna try this Almond treck..... Thanks for the 411:smile2:

HELP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I dont know what (if anything) I am doing wrong! I went to weigh in this am and flippen gained 4 lbs! I am being ANAL about what goes into my mouth and am on NO carbs, NO sweets, NO CHEATING! I am going to curves 4 x a week for the last 2 weeks (since my 2nd fill) and I know I am losing inches but no lbs.... Is anyone else experiencing this frustration?:biggrin:

I LOVE to cook too.. Most of my cooking is for others. BUT when I bake- I use Splenda or SF free applesauce for sweetening things. My husband is diabetic and we get this magazine called Diabetic living- THey also have a website with excellent alternatives to sugar and how to sweeten foods more naturally.... Not to turn down invites to parties or anything but maybe you could offer a different dish other than something sweet like a salsa and ff chips or a SF Jello recipe... Just a thought...

You can always blend it smoother.... I had broccolli soup post op but like 7 days post op and just blended it real smooth and it wasnt a problem-

I have mine but have not used it because since my fills we have not gone out.... Glad to hear it works for most!

Hi sammie jo.... Your story somewhat mimic's mine... I too was diagnosed with PCOS but not till later in life (late 20's). I have a slew of other medical problems-- Thyroid cancer, Auto immune disorder, Fibromyalgia, HTN ,sleep Apnea.. you name it I feel like I've had it... NO ONE in my family is obese, large or overweight. I have been obese my whole life and my parents never did anything to help (ie dietician, physician involvement etc) I too have tried numerous diets and on some (mostly liquids) had minimlal success but the weight always came back on and then some... You have taken the 1st step and are trying to figure what is best for you and your body and your lifestyle- The band is nto for everyone- BUT remeber it is not a cure- it is a tool- YOu still need to moniter your intake and exercise (something I rarely did before the band) I was NEVER as strict on myself as I am now- I am still in the infant stages of band life but have absolutely NO regrets.... I go to curves 3-4 times a week which I could have done before but never had the oomph to get up and go- Now I miss the days I dont go- It is a hard road to walk- If it were easy EVERYONE would do it.... Just remember that you are NOT alone. If you have any questions- pleae email me or PM me here.... Good luck to you! PS Just 1 month after surgery I am off meds for blood pressure and amd taking 1/2 of the amount of reflux meds- No pain meds, No anti inflammatories- So there are other benefits aside from the weight loss...

Yup- Mee too.. Went for my 1st fill and FREAKED out when he "couldnt find it" I told him... well I didnt poop it out so I know its there !!!! lol I had flouroscopy 3 days later and that too was difficult the 1st time but for the 2nd one last week I still had neele hole marks where he poked so it was easier

I saw Dr. Gayle King and she was AWESOME!!! She specializes in eating disorders so she had a very unique take on the whole situation. Dr. Cotton is who Dr. Fusco uses and he charges $150.00 for the visit- He doesnt have much personality but if you are not planning on going to regular counseling I don't see how that would matter.. Your insurance company should provide you with a list of providers that do bariatric counseling... Hope this helps:smile:

How did you change your eating schedule/habit from 3 meals a day to 4-5 small ones and possibly a snack? I am finding since my 2nd fill I am eating more because it is time to eat and not that I am that "hungry". BUT.... I am drinking a LOT and not snacking as much as I did after the 1st fill... So I basically feel I am forcing myself to get in the nutrients/protein. I call it habit eating and not hungry eating... does this make sense?:confused: Also riddle me this... Why is it that eggs for Breakfast dont fill me up anymore (they did pre-band) and yet now I can eat 1 granola bar or a oatmeal bar which is tiny tiny and feel stuffed? Don't get me wrong- I still love eggs it is just lately they dont "do the trick".....I wonder if its more habit eating than actual huger eating....

I was diagnosed 2 years ago with Lymphedema in my lower legs. My cankles (how I call them) were huge and my calves soon became extremely large- I saw the vascular surgeon and he referred me for therapy- I went EVERYDAY for 2 weeks for banding and then wore compression stockings every day- Once the compression stockings started getting stuck where my legs meet my foot they told me I needed something more at night- ( I was wearing my stockings from 7:30 am t0 7:30 pm) so I got these Reed sleeves- they are like boots for your calves and have pressure straps that go up mimicing the banding and stockings- They are very cumbersome and I hate them plus they fall off at like 2am only after being on for about 4 hours because the swelling goes down. I was told my problem was due to my having auto immune problems, thyroid cancer treatments and being over weight and that when I lost weight the swelling would get better- My question is that if any of you have lympnedema and how long if you were cured did it take? I know there is no "cure" so to speak you just manage it from becomming worse and worse but I am SOOOOOOOOOOOOO over it and am looking so forward to wearing skirts and sandles but am still too conscious of my lower legs to do so... HELP:cursing:

I could not have done this withOUT my husband. He is a non-compliant diabetic and also thought of having this done but after seeing and tasting some of the liquids and Protein shakes he said NO WAY! He reminds me always about my liquids, exercising and encourages me in his own special way- If I didnt have him I know that I could have done it on my own because I too am a strong independent woman but I would have never kept it from him or fully involved him. He is there when I feel bloated and also when I feel high because I lost an ounce.... :confused: Good luck in whatever you decide to do...

My doctor has a closet in his office we are using for a "clothing exchange" also when we meet at our support group we have access to it. It helps everyone out. Unfortunately for mee all my "old" closes are smaller ones I have kept throughout the years hopeing to fit in to them and because I am rather large still I havent met anyone as big as me to share with..... Hope this helps...

I agree.. As a frustrated first filler.. This is encouraging!

I was diagnosed 2 years ago with Lymphedema in my lower legs. My cankles (how I call them) were huge and my calves soon became extremely large- I saw the vascular surgeon and he referred me for therapy- I went EVERYDAY for 2 weeks for banding and then wore compression stockings every day- Once the compression stockings started getting stuck where my legs meet my foot they told me I needed something more at night- ( I was wearing my stockings from 7:30 am t0 7:30 pm) so I got these Reed sleeves- they are like boots for your calves and have pressure straps that go up mimicing the banding and stockings- They are very cumbersome and I hate them plus they fall off at like 2am only after being on for about 4 hours because the swelling goes down. I was told my problem was due to my having auto immune problems, thyroid cancer treatments and being over weight and that when I lost weight the swelling would get better- My question is that if any of you have lympnedema and how long if you were cured did it take? I know there is no "cure" so to speak you just manage it from becomming worse and worse but I am SOOOOOOOOOOOOO over it and am looking so forward to wearing skirts and sandles but am still too conscious of my lower legs to do so... HELP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:crying:

Yeah for Dr. K!!!!!!!!!!!! Glad u girls found this sight! A TON of info.... GOOD LUCK!!!!

I was able to get my whopping 1cc fill today :party: hopefully this will provide some restriction and weight loss- I havent lost any since last fill but havent gained any either- How are all the other bunnies doing with fills? My doc seems real conservative.....

I have had 2 cycles since my band on 4/2/09- Both were major doozies and very heavy with bad PMS stuff- I never had this before.....:party:

I can only speak for my research that I did and my personal knowledge... Being that you suffer from depression, and given that you have to have apsychological exam- your physicains may or may not feel you are stable for the procedure- BULEEVE MEE.. it is an emotional rollarcoaster.... I too have had PCOS and thyroid conditions- For me personally I had a bajizillion co-morbidities and had letters of medical necessity from 5 different physicians including another surgeon (who doesnt do the procedure). Hope this helps. Good luck- Feel free to PM me with any questions...