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Jubee! Thanks for replying! You said such wise words! I have a prob with the choc also! Thank you for putting a lot of things into perspective... A lot of what you said was really supportive and I really needed that thanks again!

Thanks everyone for all the responses! Weighed myself this morning didn't do too much damage I am back on track:)

Ok I'm just going to put this out there. I have a few questions.. First of all. I'm really struggling. I received my lapband in Sept 2010 and I have only lost 45 lbs. I have to admit I wasn't totally compliant at first. I have an obese fiance and a lot of our time involves eating out and I haven't always made the best choices Flash to 2012 a question I want to ask is does anyone know is there a 'window of opportunity'? Am I running out of time to lose this weight? I just feel like I struggle. I had a problem at work and I binged today... How do people deal with everyday stress without eating over it? I NEED TO OVERCOME THIS! Thanx for listening all advice is appreciated!

Hey all, I have to admit I haven't been wholeheartedly dedicated to my journey...I struggle with the emotional eating a lot! I feel like I need a mentor to help! I want to be dedicated, I want to succeed! Please if there is anyone out there who can help I am eternally grateful! Thank you I just need some guidance!

Hey lapbanders, I know this is mainly a problem I shouldve dealt with before banding... It is still creeping up. I'm good when I'm hungry and I stop when full. I see a therapist to deal with this issue but once a week doesn't cut it. How do people deal w emotional eating? I am trying so hard to tackle this. I know my stomach got the surgery but my head didn't. Thanks in advance for your responses!

I too, have to continuously have to ask myself if I am hungry... if I stick to my food plan I feel like I have succeeded. I have issues being so black and white though I must keep trigger foods out of my home too! If it is a bag of something I obsess about it till it is finished. So much better when it isn't there!

Thanks everyone for your responses.. I am really grateful for your feedback! I think I am fearful to succeed it is unfamiliar territory also doing the same thing is always easier! But isn't that what getting the surgery about? Doing it different? The emotional stuff really gets me. I really try. Thanks again.

Had to see dr to get unfiLled today couldn't keep liquids down medication down. So after he took the liquid out he said to stay on liquids for the next couple of days. So I was good for a while then I had ice cream and chocolate Alright people let me have it! tell me why you think I am sabotaging myself because I can't figure out why! I really need this help because it will be a major TURNING POINT in my weight loss journey Thanks

Thanks Mandagay it means a lot! I'm really trying to tackle the emotional stuff! I have a fiance that likes to go out to eat also not always great choices so with both things don't make a great combination! thanks again!

Hey Brian! Congrats on your success! I really need a mentor! I am really struggling I can't seem to get on track! I am really screwing up. I have good intentions in the morning then I screw my day up I really want to get this! I don't know what your schedule is I'm pretty flexible. I live in New york. I would be delighted if you could take me on. I really need a mentor. I hope you can help me. I want to change but I need help. Thanks -Mary

This has been a struggle for me the lapband journey... I have not always been the best patient But after this weekend, I think I'm finally ready to make some changes I hadn't been able to hold down anything since Thurs night even Water comes up I take meds for depression haven't been able to keep them down either What I am the most scared about is what if I damaged my band in some way? I don't want to have screwed this up I'm going to see the doctor to get Fluid taken out tomorrow but I kept food down tonight. I'm scared

Thanks Corrigan for the advice it is much aPpreciated...

Hi Rae! I live in NY and I was banded in Sep 2010. My journey has not been without its bumps but I'd sure like to support you and maybe we could buddy each other... Looking forward to hearing from you! -Mary

Hey all, I was just wondering if any of us lap banders on medication literally lose less weight because we take psychiatric medication. Anyone have any input? I'd love to hear it! Thanks!

Hey Bandsters: I thought I was having a good amount of restriction after a fill, but a couple of weeks later I was having trouble keeping food down so I had to have Fluid removed. Since then, I have had no resistance and no motivation, I have been eating things I shouldn't be eating, and feeling down and depressed about it I spoke to my therapist and my shrink and they said I need to get back on track. I have googled ways to motivate and get back on track and I feel a void. A person said to me today no one can help me. Only I can control what I put in my mouth. I have an appt with my fill doctor in a couple of days I don't know what he can reaLly do for me. Give me that kick in the pants that I oh so really need? How can I really make this work for me? Thanks for listening! Any feedback is greatly appreciated!

Thanks Bella Luna that means a lot!

Thanks so much for responding! I really appreciate the feedback! I didn't eat anything really bad today and I walked for 30 min. Maybe I am back in the game!

Ok so here goes. I don't know where to begin. All I know is that I am feeling stuck to the point that whenever I eat ANYTHING I have to throw up. It is so uncomfortable. Right now, I just tried having a protein shake and I threw up. I admit I haven't always been on track with lapband. I really wwant this how can I fix it? I had my last fill in March and it was the first time I had any restriction. I feel hesitant to get fluid removed. My appt isn't for 2 more weeks. Does anyone have any suggestions\ideas? Thank you in advance!

OMG!!! I feel your pain! I was so upset when I found out I couldn't tolerate bread! I know it sucks I miss bagels most of all. Somehow I found a way to accept(I know it may sound weird but why fight it?)not eating the bread and it hasn't been so painful I hope that helps!

I too feel hesitant to go to the support group because when it starts its all about numbers. Who lost what and how much. I understand how you are feeling YOU ARE NOT ALONE!

Hi! I received my band in Sept.and it has been a challenge since! I would love if someone could mentor me for mutual support!I live in the New York tri state area! Thank you! I am a 38 yo female!

I had my surgery in September. I live in Garnerville. Would love to talk!

I am feeling kind of clueless as to why my food keeps getting stuck, I really dont want to cause damage to my band. it scares me when I feel I cant breathe but I dont know how to stop it, I think I am eating so fast the other night I threw up because I ate too fast and then couldnt breathe. Has anyone else experienced this? Thanks in advance!

I feel kind of ashamed bringing this up here but I really need some advice. I was doing really well until last week (I was going to the gym staying on plan) Now, I am straying into the land of foods I should not even be looking at, my motivation is nil... I dont know how to get back to where I was... Id appreciate any feedback, thanks!