cjett

Ok well I lost 50 pounds as of the day before Thanksgiving and since that day so many things have happened both good and bad (holidays, engagement, miscarriage, vacation) that I have gained about 20 pounds back. I want to get back on track but it just seems hard to get back in that frame of mind that let me lose so many punds so quickly. Any advice? Thanks

I was banded on June 28, 2010 and have lost 50lbs so far.

Reached the 50lb weight loss mark this morning! Yeah I really wanted to hit that mark before Thanksgiving. Surgery was June 28 so it has taken 5 months. Which seems reasonable. I have gone from size 16/18 to size 10. At one point 135 seemed so far away but now it really seems possible if I keep doing what I am doing. Happy Thanksgiving everyone!!

I got approval from Cigna and didn't have any problems other than going through the 6 month wait. Not sure what kind of band I have.

I completely understand. About a month ago I craved Sonic chili cheese tots. I ate them and enjoyed them and moved on and I have kept losing weight and haven't cheated again. I think that is the key..at least for me. I know I am going to make mistakes but unlike in the past I am not going to beat myself up. I just know that I am human and sometimes I will eat something I shouldn't. It's ok.

I have Cigna and had no problems with them covering the surgery though I would be afraid they may make you start the 6 month process again.

I definitely see changes from exercising. I can actually see and feel muscles in my arms and legs. Though not sure if I will actually ever see my abs. lol

No rules as to not being able to drink. I have had a drink maybe a few times a month since surgery and no problems. That being said alcohol seems to make me hungry and so I seem to eat more than I should after drinking.

I weigh myself everyday and write the number on my calendar. I feel it helps me keep on track.

I have heard people say that to0 but it must have to be a lot of weight. I have lost 46 and haven't noticed any difference.

Congratulations! We are very much on the same path. I didn't do a pre-liquid diet so the 45 lbs I lost is post surgery. I still have not had a fill. I have no idea of the size of my band.

Just curious how everyone is doing 4 months out. I was banded June 28 so tomorrow is my 4 month anniversary and 45 pounds down. I really have been pleasantly surprised by everything and so happy I did this. Continued good luck to everyone.:laugh:

It is possible you will have restriction without fills. I had surgery June 28, 2010 and have yet to have a fill and have had restriction the whole time. I know there aren't many like me but from being on here I know I am not the only one who has experienced restriction the whole time.

My rules are basically the same and this has been one of the hardest things to do. I have just done the best I can and once in a while I just have to take a sip though I try not to drink much.