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KirstenHope

LAP-BAND Patients
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About KirstenHope

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    Guru in Training
  • Birthday 06/13/1975

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  • Gender
    Female
  • City
    Edgewater
  • State
    Florida
  • Zip Code
    32141

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  1. KirstenHope

    Looking for a Doctor to fill band in Daytona Beach Fl.

    https://www.halifaxhealth.org/services-treatments/our-services/weight-loss/east-coast-bariatrics This is who I use and he also did my surgery! Great office staff and doctor
  2. I had both my arms and breast done (no bags) - It was 2 weeks at least before I was feeling kinda normal. I had compression sleeves on for a while that felt like life support. Now I am totally fine and would do it again in a heart beat.. It changed the way my body looked sooo much I finally did not feel like I was wearing a skin suit! PIC in my profile
  3. I fly several time a year and flew a week after being banded and have never had a problem and it will be 3 years in December. Have fun!!
  4. I am trying to be patient!! I still have some minor swelling under my arms and in the pits. I am measuringa 37 around so I can go either way with size. If I wear the 36 the bras usually go down to a more narrow sides and smaller hooks. I am still liking the 38 because it keeps my side fat in check! I can not wait to drop a small fortune at VS!!
  5. KirstenHope

    Arm lift

    I woke up in my compression sleeve and I did not have any external stitches. I can not be much help!! I would call the doctor if you have questions about his instructions! Good luck!
  6. KirstenHope

    Work

    I had no trouble working from home almost right away. By day 4 I was wondering if the doctor really did but the band in! The worst pain I had was from the gas they pumped into my belly Guess everyone is different! Good luck!
  7. How are you feeling? Happy Friday!
  8. KirstenHope

    Kathy goes under the knife!

    Just checking in!! How are you doing???
  9. Really I am doing great. Boobs are feeling better every day. I am rubbing the scars about 3 times a day and I think it is helping with the feeling coming back. My nipples are responding to touch but not a whole lot of feeling still in them. Over all I am back to doing everything I used to do. NOW I am still trying to wrapp my head around wearing cute clothes. I still need to be sized for a bra. The Bali are great but I would like some cuter bras and tops!!
  10. That is the same one I have!! I have it in a few colors!! I have one front close bra but don't really wear it. How you doing? recovering ok?
  11. You are looking great!! I would swear we are sisters!! lol I had the same feeling about my boobs. I almost thought they didn't look right because I was so used to seeing them big and saggy that perky small nipples boobs seemed not right! My arms are working but I am still numb on the under side. My left arm is a little more swollen too. I loved the feel of the compression sleeves in the beginning. I almost could not image not wearing them. I am in a bra almost all the time still too. The girls kind of hurt if I just let them be free. I have nipple sensation but it is still tingly and numb but seem to be better every day. My first shower I almost passed out so I understand. I loved taking it and getting clean but I was soo tired afterwards. Get redressed and putting everything back on was horrible!! I am glad that got better too!! Hope you are doing better!!
  12. I ended up and I am still using Bali no underwire bras and I love them! I am clear after 6 weeks to wear whatever I want but for right now the Bali are great. I sleep in the cotton Bali no underwire bra and it is duper soft and comfy!
  13. KirstenHope

    Be Prepared

    OMG - That look horrible. I am 5 weeks out and knock on wood I am healing great so far. But you are right I did sign all the forms thinking they are not meaning ME. I have 2 more surgeries coming up - I will take the chance but I will keep in mind it can ALWAYS be you! Thank you for sharing.
  14. How are you feeling??? That sucks about the bleeding - UGH!! I am sooo glad you did not have to get drains!! They freaked me out totally! I am 5 weeks out and feeling good, not back to normal but no real pain. How do the Girls look!!!???
  15. Yay!!!! You look great!!!! lol I love the dress!! I love wearing them!! How are you feeling????

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