Brigette
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Nov. '09 bandsters...give us an update...I was a size __ and now I'm a size __
Brigette replied to MySkinnyDream's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Was a size 16-18. Now a size 8. Bust was a size 42C now a size 36B. -- I miss the girls. hahahha -
From the album: Brigette's Progress Pictures
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From the album: Brigette's Progress Pictures
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Before and During
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From the album: Brigette's Progress Pictures
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From the album: Brigette's Progress Pictures
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From the album: Brigette's Progress Pictures
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From the album: Brigette's Progress Pictures
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From the album: Brigette's Progress Pictures
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From the album: Brigette's Progress Pictures
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where are you a year (or 2 or 3) later?
Brigette replied to vlp1968's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hi good to hear that you are doing well. I, too, am doing great. I am down about 60 lbs. and finished my 5th race including 2 1/2 marathons and 2 5k runs. I also have 3 more races this year. I have come a long way and will post my before and after pictures next week. Amazingly, I am no longer loosing but, I am about 14lbs from my goal. So, if I never lost another pound, I am really happy. My band is not very tight. I currently have under 6cc in band. I might allow it to be tightened a little more but, not sure. I am at a good spot right now. I can't wait to see other responses. -
Cannot Sleep. HEARTBURN! HELP!
Brigette replied to jdog75's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hello, I could have written this post myself. I hadn't had a fill since March 2010. I decided to have a fill this month. My band is only at about 5 1/2 cc. My dr. said that I was at a good fill level already but, that he would put in .3cc. I was somewhat disappointed because I wanted more. I felt no restriction. Well, when I went to bed, fluid was in my throat, I coughed all night. This went on for 6 days, on the 6th day, fluid was also coming out of my nose. I went in an the dr. took out 1cc. So, that was .7 cc more than was put in. The reflux was gone. But, however, I could eat an entire subway w/chips and any and everything. I went back in 2 weeks later and he put back .6 cc. So, I am only .1cc less than I was prior to the reflux fill. I still don't fill any restrict but, when I eat my protein first, I don't eat quite as much. I will likely go in for a small fill in another couple of weeks. I had gained initially nearly 5lbs in the last 2 weeks but, have lost all of it. So, I'm okay. I average loss of about 3-4 lbs a month. Sorry so long.. -
Hey Girl,
You go. I am still at roughtly 60lbs. But, I just got a fill today. So, I suspect that I will start loosing again. I was just able to eat an entire egg fu yong pattie. So, I suspect that I might need a stronger fill. But, we will see. I finished my second 1/2 marathon and will be running my third on 31 October. So, I can say that I have found a new addiction. I plan to get back focused for October. I have been quite lack for September. Hey, next time you go for your fill at Mercy, let me know. I live exactly 3 blocks for there. I can meet you there.
A 50 lb weight loss is great. You have lost it soooo quickly too.
Brigette
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Hi, I hadn't told anyone other than DH but, a girlfriend saw reading material and asked, "I said not sure looking into it." Later, my sibling found more books at my house and said I hope you won't consider this surgery. This was 2 days before my surgery date. So, I said more than considering it. And, left it at that. After I had the procedure, I sent an email to all my siblings - 14 total. Telling them i'd had the procedure and that i didn't want any negativity. Either support or don't say anything. So, fast forward now 9 months later and I am 15 lbs from goal, I 've gotten nothing but support from siblings. I also told a couple of people at work. I now regret that because, people are always asking what have you done. And, I secretly feel that the couple of people I shared it with have told others. But, I usually will say, "Oh, I did a few things , I changed my diet, exercise more and a few more changes." Then, they'd say like what--I'd say some of this or that. End of conversation. LOL Brigette
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Catherines Fashion Day 08/21/2010 Size 28-30 !!
Brigette commented on vikki99's gallery image in Member Photo Gallery
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Yes, You are in my prayers. As I read your post, I thought of how life sometimes throws curve balls. But, you have tackled the obesity component. You are a success. Post us as soon as you can.
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Help. Restriction problems!
Brigette replied to xokrissy's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hi, I would get some removed. It is sometimes frustrating to find the correct balance of fluids in band. I probably wouldn't get everything removed but, I would get maybe .2 ccs. That would likely make a big difference. Wishing you well. Brigette -
Hi, I have gotten stuck when I eat out just because i get so nervous that many times I need to excuse myself. After I relax a bit and drink warm liquids like tea or something I tend to do much better.
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Concerned: Pregnancy after Band
Brigette replied to Jerseydiva15's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hello, I am 43 with a 1 year old. Granted, i hadn't planned for it to take so long but, I had infertility issues and, my weight didn't help the problems. I had my first child at 35. So, the best things you can do to improve fertility is to get your weight, head, and finances together. Thirty is soooo young to me. lol Wishing you the very best. -
Hi Guys, I have committed to so many things in life and most often don't finish them. Since having the lapband, I have really started to live. I have been jogging since January--very slowly. I signed up for the race a few months ago and found excuse after excuse of why I shouldn't do it. My feet hurt, its too hot, I am too old, I am not at goal etc. I decided to Just Do the Best that I Could. It took over 3 1/2 hrs. I ran most of the first 8-9 miles and walk/ran the rest. But, I finished. I will post pictures soon. I want to post a few before and after wls pictures too. I am down 56-58 lbs. So, I am around 165. My goal is 150. I keep fluctuating. Stay encouraged all. Brigette
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NSV-Finished 1/2 Marathon - Rock N Roll Chicago
Brigette replied to Brigette's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Thanks to you both. I would love to run the princess 1/2 marathon. It seems like such fun. I think with all jogging, the key is to go slow. I was so tempted to overdue it because people were walking faster than I ran. lol But, just like the lapband, it is not a competition. And, if you stick with it, you will eventually reach you goal. Wishing you both well. Brigette -
Surpassed New Milestone- 4.2 Run Today
Brigette replied to lap5280's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Congrats!!! I am with you. Running has become addictive. I truly love it. I wish that I could find a running buddy. But, everyone I know is either way too fast or only interested in walking. But, any whoo wishing you well. Brigette -
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Well I did the first race. It kicked my butt however, it is done. I still havent gotten another fill. I think I need one because I hadn't been able to each bread now I can. I also can eat a bagel in the morning. I haven't been able to do that in months. I will still wait until after Sept. 12th. The 2nd race is on that date so, the exercise is keeping the weight off. I am still about 56 down. It fluctuates--sometimes 58. Take care.
Brigette
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Wow, you are really doing well. i have the same problems with the fills. But, I decided to not get another fill until September. i am running 2 half marathons and need to be able to eat a little more. So, after last race, I will get another fill. I have lost about 55 lbs. I still would like to lose another 15-20 but, if I didn't lose another pound, I would "probably" be okay. Stay in touch. Brigette