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It's been a minute, but I am doing well. Much better than I thought especially with the holidays. Down 46 lbs. Wooohoo! I have not been sticking to a strict regimen, but eating less and being more active seems to be working. I was at a bit of plateau a month ago, but got a fill back in November and lost about 8 lbs. Decided not to get a fill this time so we will see how it goes, especially when I start to exercise more. Happy Holidays to everyone and I hope we all meet our goals in 2011--Its going to be a great year!

Congrats Michelle!! I haven't been around the forum much either. Been busy, nothing quite as exciting as your news! What a blessing I will keep you in my prayers. Here is a quick update from me: Finally made it to "one"derland and I am staying there. Been back and forth with the scale for 2 weeks now at 200, then I would drop to 199 then go back to 201. Partially due to hormones because of my cycle and making poor food choices. But thankfully, I have made it and not too far from my goal either, which was to be in "one"derland by October 9th. Yeahhh! for me

@ Kelly: Sounds great! Count me in on the low carb. The focus is on high protein anyway, which the PA reminded me of at my first fill. Hadn't been around for a while. I teach Kinder and for the first few weeks of school, I had 25 Kindergarteners in my class and no aide! For all you teachers out there, you know it was a rough first few weeks back. They finally levelled the classes so now I am down to 21, would have preferred 18 but can't complain! Just had my first fill on 9/17. I was having some stomach pain at night. Did an xray and the band was fine. I got a small fill and will be returning on 10/4 to see if everything is ok and if I still have pains. Also, I can receive a fill on that day. We are able to go in for fills every 3 weeks for the first four months and then it is up to you after that. You don't have to get a fill every appt, but it is nice to know you have the option and can talk to someone if you have issues. Doc encouraged me to watch fibrous foods (broccoli stalks, asparagus) I am thinking those are veggies that lessens what I am able to eat even more! However, I am down 26 lbs including my pre-op diet. 18 lbs since surgery so I am very happy! Looking forward to updating and losing with you all on our low carb challenge!

One week post op and I am feeling so much better! Was having difficulty going back to work and feeling really out of it. Finally stopped taking pain meds 3 days ago and now I am doing great! Started soft foods/ mushies stage today. Had some cream of mushroom soup for lunch and I really enjoyed it, went down pretty smooth. The transformation begins, down 16 lbs!

Not 2 bad today. But by the time I got home I was ready for the pain meds. Sounds like noone else is having pain in the port area except me, and on top of that gas pains! I know it will be all worth it when I get to my goal! I start pureed food on Sunday--looking forward to it. Tomorrow is a work day in our class and I have help. Plus I was able to get a lot done before the surgery. So I will be in my class mainly doing paperwork and my sis-in-law will help me with the heavier stuff. Sounds like everyone is doing well and I am thankful to be on the other side!:smile2:

Didnt make it on the 16th, was having a lot of pain in the incision area. Took meds around 3 am to help with pain and that made me really drowsy and loopy. I did make it today, everyone kept saying I looked sick or tired. Had to lay down in nurses station cuz I was feeling winded. Guess everybody is different! Hopefully tomorrow will be better!

Officially in bandland! I am just now feeling a little like myself. My surgery was supposed to be at 12:15 did not go in till 1:15. Was done about 2 and on my way home at 4. Still feeling a little groggy, surprised how little I am taking in. Maybe 1 Protein shake for the whole day. I start off with 1/3 and then have more around lunch and the rest for dinner. I have the protein bullet which I drink with Water, trying to get in as much protein as I can. Gas pain is really annoying and still sore around the port area. The walking does help but then I get real tired and go back to sleep. Praying that I will be up for work tomorrow. We don't have to get there till 11:30 so I may be ok. Good luck to everyone! This is a repost from another thread

Michelle, I am just now feeling a little like myself. My surgery was supposed to be at 12:15 did not go in till 1:15. Was done about 2 and on my way home at 4. Still feeling a little groggy, surprised how little I am taking in. Maybe 1 protein shake for the whole day. I start off with 1/3 and then have more around lunch and the rest for dinner. I have the protein bullet which I drink with water, trying to get in as much protein as I can. Gas pain is really annoying and still sore around the port area. The walking does help but then I get real tired and go back to sleep. Praying that I will be up for work tomorrow. We don't have to get there till 11:30 so I may be ok. Good luck!

Onmyway, pls keep posting. You have great advice, need to invest in a Magic Bullet. Gonna hound my DH tonight. How much have you lost so far? Janelle

Thankfully my room is done, at least the big stuff and decorating! Went in to see the surgeon today-Dr. Marsden--really down-to-earth and matter of fact. Really put me at ease! He said I could have a "last supper". Not sure what I want, not really craving anything, that's a good start, huh? His main instruction was nothing after midnight, not even Clear liquids. Michelle, One More Day! Woohoo!

One more day for both of us Sultana! Woohooooo!

Your positive attitude and outlook are refreshing! Thanks for sharing, and I hope that I can convey that same attitude after my big day- TOMORROW, AUGUST 13TH . Keep posting! Janelle

Congrats to all the bandits! 4 more days till I cross into band land. My name is Janelle, on 7th day of pre-op. Will keep in touch

4 more days Michelle! OMG. Hope everything is well, been so busy trying to get everything ready. Hope everyone else is doing good. Take care!

Thanks Zen for the info. Will def look into that. I think I may need to be more conscious of my carb intake. Good luck! I feel a little drained today. I guess day 3 is the killer. Hope I feel much better tomorrow. Hang in there we're all in this together!

Thanks for the advice onmyway.

Steady. Temptations, temptations. Like today I was fixing my kids their spaghetti and I had a taste. But I did stop there and went and ate my tuna on salad which was pretty tasty. :tongue2: I felt even more motivated to do better when my rep from True Results called me to check on me and see how everything was going. She also confirmed my preop appt with doc and surgery date for the 13th. Almost like divine intervention to keep me focused. LOL! How is everything with you?

Hello everyone, My name is Janelle and I am a kindergarten teacher. I am scheduled for August 13th. Started my preop diet on Monday. Mine consists of low carbs/ high protein plus 2 shakes per day.

Yes Michelle, Would love to keep in touch with you and follow you on your journey. My daughter's middle name is Michelle and one of my close friends is Michelle. Plus we are both teachers and getting banded on the 13th through True Results! Awesome connection!

Thanks for the input. Sorry I am just now responding to your post. Still trying to figure out how these threads work. Feels like I am all over the place. :cool2: Anyways just found out my tentative surgery date is set for August 13th. I was approved on July 28th. I will keep you posted, thanks again, you helped with my anxiety.:blushing:

I recently completed my preevaluation for the lap band. I was preapproved based on my BMI being 45. Yikes! Anyway I am just waiting on what my insurance says. My last appt was on July 13th. I went through True Results in Richardson and they informed me who my surgeon would be. His name is Dr. John Marsden and I read up on him. He seems to have a lot of expertise with the lapband and I have seen good reviews on him so far. If anyone has been banded by Dr. Marsden, please share your experience with me. I am excited about the lap band and decided to go this route after many failed attempts at dieting, exercise. I think you get to a point where you realize that you can't do it on your own and sometimes you just need a starting point. That's what I see the lap band as a starting tool for me really get healthly, look good and feel better about myself overall. I will keep you all posted on my journey.

By the way, I am also going through True Results, Dallas, TX. My doctor is Dr. John Marsden and I am a Kinder teacher.

Hey Michelle and Wild Bill, Having my surgery on the 13th as well. And inservice starting the 16th. From what I hear it should not be a problem returning to work.. I am in the process of setting up my class so that I will have less to do when we officially start. Good luck to both of you! And yes Protein shakes and meat and veggies do suck.. lol

Good luck with your surgery Amber! Tomorrow is the big day for you! :blushing:

Started mine yesterday. Was feeling a little lightheaded yesterday I am also doing low carb/ high protein. Not doing too bad today, not as hungry in between meals. I did eat some health food chips though when I got home. Tonight I am eating tuna with salad and maybe two slices of WASA bread. (They are only 20 calories/ slice)