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I think you are just enjoying what you are supposed too! I used to be ashamed and make excuses not to shop. But now I cannot get enough I love dresses!

I was banded almost two years ago and have struggled with gas pain ever since Sometimes I find at night it is hard to sleep and feel like I can burp the alphabet if I needed to? The pain I have seems to not be in the stomach but more so inbetween the should blades and inbetween the top of my rib cage. Gas pills do not work......... Does anyone have the same issues? Any suggestions to assist with the pain?

Thank you everyone!

No hernia...." I will check it out in the morning

Thank you for the feedback, it is greatly appreciated. I have said something in passing but just didn't want to make it a big deal....... But I probably should. I do not even know what relux is...

Your progress is amazing. Would love to see more pictures! I am really contemplating this surgery as my arms are horrendous!

I was banded in tj, Mexico on June 4 2012. I had a great experience and have my fill doctor and nutritionist here in Calgary alberta Canada.

Hi! I have been subject to this type of negativity with a few really close friends. And sadly, they are no longer close to me. Try to talk to the person and explain your side but do not be surprised if they do not understand. You need to look out for you and your new life Good luck and if you ever need anyone to vent to. Please feel freee

Banded Bob, Thank you for this post I do drink, and understand living a lifestyle and have reached my weightloss goal (I still have 10 pds to go) I do not deprive myself.......and believe everything in moderation How I did it....... When I knew I would be drinking (which sometimes would be 3-4 times a week, depending on work and events)........ I would eat ONLY Protein and Vegetables For alcohol, I usually stick to wine or spritzers (half wine, half diet 7up), occasionally I will have a molson 67, but try to stay way from beer I just always made sure I ate healthy and then drank what I wanted too! Not saying this is for everyone, but it is what I have had most success with. If you ever need to talk, let me know! I have lost almost 90 pounds and still enjoy life Caroline

'READY 2' - Do you happen to have before and after pictures of your batwings? I need to get mine fixed andam looking at the best ways possible to fix this..... any assistance, guidance and tips would be greatly appreciated! CS

Your arms look absolutley great! I have been looking into this procedure as well. My arms seem to make me look so muchbigger and are in needof a tune up! Do you have any additional pictures of how they look now? How is the scarring healing? This is the only thing I am worried about Look forward to seeing more of your amazing results. I really appreciate your post Caroline

If there is someone who donated their skin, can someone plese post to let the rest of us know this could possibly be an option? Thanks so much!!!

yes, drink before and after. Drink wine, vodka and rum. Just careful with what I mix with

Good Morning All! My name is Caroline Was banded on June 4 2010 in TJ, Mexico with Dr. Ariel Ortiz Weight before getting banded: 240 pds Currently: 152 pds My goal weight was 165, but now I have surpassed and would like my new goal to be 145. I am giving myself until June 4 2012 (lets see what happens!) i REALLY NEED MOIVATION AND SOME GREAT recipes. I do not work out as much as Ishould and I need to focus on tightning my skin If anyone lives in the Calgary area, please let me know What I have realized with the band is that life changes, we all change and we have alot of cleaning up to do (with friendships, relationships, well-being, careers etc) Looking forward to getting to know everyone!