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Hello there, I wa just checking out your pictures... You look amazing! I had my surgery 2 weeks ago and I am looking forward to doing as well as you did. How often did you go to the gym? Wow, I can't wait to lose my first 50lbs. I started at 272 and I am now 251. Thanks for all the great pics. You really inspired me.

Ooooh, I am so excited for you and everything will go just fine. That is an awesome Christmas gift to give to your self. Two weeks prior to my surgery I was give a list of things I need to purchase before I had my surgery. All my required prescriptions were filled before my surgery and list of foods to eat and vitamins I should take after my procedure. The first week I was told to have clear liquids (broth, protein drinks, and sugar free drinks, popsicles (sugar free), and tea(s) etc. Due to your new band the stomach is very sensitive and swollen. It's not a good idea to think about cheating during your first couple of weeks. It's more mental and I promise you can go an entire week without food. Oh yes purchase so gas-x (extra strength) and Tums for gas. The gas pains will make you think you are having some heart pains, but it's the gas moving around in your body.part1

Lucky Lucky you! your success is very inspirational!i completley understand why youd want a fill now, this is def. the worst time of the year for foodies! i finally have a date of December 10th,2010;=] verry excited, slightly nervous..i initially thought i would have a date in nov. and have a cruise planned for the first week of january so im working on getting that changed. Ive searched around and done alot of research about the type of things i should purchase before surgery..what do you suggest..(medicine, clear liquids, etc..?" thanks for checking on me !hope all is well!

Hey there, how's your weight loss coming along? Its so hard to give pointers these days since I havent lost a pound in a couple of months now (think I need a fill). The best advice I can give is to make sure you are working out at least 3-4 times a week (I was doing 5-6 times in the beginning) and make conscious decisions of what you are eating. The band does limit the amount of food you can eat, but it doesnt always limit what you are eating. Heavy starches like bread, certain pasta, rice, gives me a hard time but i can live without. Chips on the other hand, is my weakness and it does not limit that for me really. So just beware. Count your calories. Know of what it takes to burn those calories off and you may think twice before making a bad decision. 30 minutes on the elliptical at a pretty steady pace burns about 350 for me and that's pretty hard work. So some times when I go for that bag of chips and thats 280 cals, it doesnt seem worth it.

Hello, just a friendly "Banding" Hello to see how you are doing. Well I have some great news... I went to my cardiologist today & did a 3hr cardio work up & was cleared for surgery. My EGD is on 11/05/10, then my consult & Pyshic appts are the following week. The best news is that I have lost 10lbs of my required pre-op 12lbs. I've been having a shake for breakfast, a shake for lunch & a very small portioned size plate of food for dinner & I stopped drinking SODA & juices & am having no problems with drinking just water. I also have started walking everyday. Well I think I am ready for the band & can't wait. Last night I went to a support group meeting & met 30 banders who were very very supportive & full of knowledge...... So how are you coming along with your new band? Let me know & keep in touch......

Girl do I know how you are feeling!!! I am STARVING in between meals; the swelling they talk about has DEFINTELY gone down no more restriction for me. I’m about to start my third week of mushies and I am soooo over it. I can’t take it anymore, I want real food. My nutritionist told me that I should only be eating ? of a cup of food but if I’m hungry to eat up to a cup…are they flipping crazy? A ? of a cup would be torture; I’m doing the 1 cup and get hungry like 1 or 2 hrs after I eat. I’ve only lost 10 lbs since surgery as well and it’s kinda pissing me off. I was hoping to lose 5 more lbs by Halloween but that was a no go. Is this what bandster hell feels like? Like you I can’t wait for my fill, it’s scheduled for Nov 15th…can’t come any sooner.

Good luck! Just keep your eye on the prize…slutty Halloween costumes for next year. HAHA Take care! Vivian

Wow Jamie! That's fantastic! Currently I'm doing an hour of walking 4 times a week and 2 hours of aqua aerobics 3 times a week. I recently had a fill so I'm finding it hard to eat more than 1000 calories, but it's working for me anyways. lol. But I'm getting heaps of nutrition. As for the weekly treat, I usually finish off something my fiancee can't eat, like a ham and cheese toasted sanwich. I'm one of those people who, if I don't work hard enough, I lose focus, so I have to develop a bit of an obsession. I just hope I can turn that obsession off when I've reached my goal - but there's 50 more kilos to go, so it won't be for a while anyways.

That's inspiration dude! When you've reached your ultimate goal weight are you still going to be dieting and exercising?

Hi Paigey! I'm a week out. Not the most pleasant week I've ever had, but I survived. I was very swelled until Saturday. That is a miserable feeling. I've not had ankles that big since I was pregnant with mu first child! My legs were very shiney. I think I am doing okay.

The way the the dates fall, I won't get a fill until 12/1! I'm not happy about that but can't do anything about it.

How are you doing?

I'm not doing bad at all...gas is all gone (thank the baby jesus) just a little more sore than usual had a hiatal hernia & they repaired it and that is on the mend. Down 19 pounds from nerves 1 week pre-op liquid diet & 1 week post-op diet. See the doctor on the 2nd of november & hopefully I graduate to baby food...LOL!

Thanks for asking

How are you doing? I had 1/2 of my 2nd fill removed.... going to get it put back in this week. I'm eating slowly, but eating much. *I guess that's my new slogan. : (

I'm glad you enjoyed it!

My first fill is a week from today and I'm a little nervous about it. I'm not squeamish about needles, but my port still gets pretty sore from time to time, so I'm not sure how fun it's going to be.

I hope you have a good week, too.

hi, been waiting for week 3 of your utube blog - where are you - are you ill???? jude x

Hey, surgery went well!!! I had no abdominal pain at all however i did have gas pain in my neck and shoulders. That lasted a few days but I was feeling almost normal by the end of the week. The hardest part was post op week 1. That was hell week (fluids only) but I lost 15 lbs in the first 10 days. That's a hell of a jump start and it keeps you motivated to see it keep coming off. I'm excited to wear cute clothes

Good luck with your surgery!!! Your day is almost here.

So I had surgery on 10/15/2010 in TJ with Dr. Huacuz and he was absolutely wonderful. He pretty much catered to my every need, and he is definitely Dr. McDreamy for sure lol but I mean super nice!

So before surgery I weighed in at 274lbs on Friday 10/15/2010 and now it’s Tuesday, almost 4 days after surgery and I have lost 11 lbs. I weighed myself this morning at 263lbs. I will give an update probably once a week and will post pictures soon.

I have a vacation coming in April 2011 to Los Cabos San Lucas and I would love to be fitting into a bathing suit by then! We'll see, it will definitely be a challenge but I am up for it!

Good Luck to you all!

Hi Eileen,I think your 39 pounds is fantastic.The fact that your weight is consistently going down is great. I'm not sure there is a "should" have as far as how much we each should lose. I really had not calculated it, but since you asked, I sat down and charted it out . I'm in week #14 & have lost 50 # including pre-op (10 #). My losses are a bit lower recently compared to August. I'm 183 at my morning weigh in. I still weigh every day - bad I know, and I'm not going to the gym, but I walk at least a mile every day. I have no complaints. I realize my loss is probably above average and I'm glad for that - I just don't want that to be discouraging for anyone else. I wish I could get to a gym like you do, I know that has to be firming up areas that need it . . I have pretty bad bat wings and my belly just doesn't want to go down as much as I would like. . ..ah well . .. in time! Thanks for keeping in touch! Rose

Thanks for responding to my blog. I am at the gym 3-4 times a week. I write my weight down on a log every Sunday. I look at 10lbs intervals only because if I had to look at the "LARGE" picture, I think I would get too discouraged.We think alike . Keep up the good work.

My dermatologist actually told me that her sister and her friend used my plastic surgeon and were super happy with him. My lap band surgeon knew him and gave him the thumbs up and my friend had a friend who used him and was happy. The tubs and drains really aren't a big deal at all. They sound much worse than they are. THe breast ones usually come out within 48 hours. It's really scary making the decision but I am so happy with it already! Everyone says that breast reduction patients have the most satisfaction out of any plastic surgery patients and they always wonder why they waited so long. I have perky breasts now and fit into regular clothing and bras. I can wear a strapless bra now (after my 6 weeks of having to wear the surgical bra). I could never even dream of that before! Go get a consult, just make sure it is with a reputable surgeon and have them aggressively pursue your insurance covering it. Please let me know if you have more questions Good luck!

Hi, I am from Topeka also. I just got banded last week.

Hi boshie thanks for responding to my blog, I have been banded since feb 10 of this year, and I do drink coffee like everyday, but I guess I irratated it, and that is why I was having a hard time eatting and drinking. I am now going to be on a liquid diet to calm things down for a couple weeks. I am sure I will be fine soon.

Hi Laura, I am doing well - thanks for checking. I had first fill on October 1st, but am not feeling restriction. I'm scheduled for 2nd fill on the 22nd. How are you doing? I like your new profile picture. We have a wedding this weekend and I'm hoping to fit into a dress I have in my closet . . .but I'm not sure so I have a backup dress. We'll see. I hit 50 pounds last week - woo hoo! Thanks for keeping in touch! Rose

Hi. Surgery was on Monday. I am recovering at my parent's for a week or so and then heading back home. Doing well. The gas pain is kicking my ass a little, but getting better.

As to the hating pictures, I understand. I took some "before" pics that are HIDEOUS. I would not worry looking at your avatar though. Va Va Voom!!

I have a 10cc band also. I went for a fill on last week on the 7th and it's my first time feeling some real restriction. It's been so frustrating for me because I am only at 5.5 cc's and my sister that weighs 240 pounds is at 6.4 cc's and it would seem the bigger you are the more you would need but now I see that's not true. Now, I am getting full at 1/2 to 3/4 cups a food and before it was at 1 or more cups. Now, that I have this fill I am starting to lose weight again.

Hi I wanted to see how your week is going! How are you coming along on the liquid diet? Everything is fine on my end. I had my Post-op Education Class today. My consult with the Anesthesiologist is next Monday, which is my last app't before surgery. I'm so excited. Are you on Facebook? I'd love to connect so we could keep up with each other easier.

I'm down 16lb and counting. Life is great, I have a wonderful family that is supporting me. I am able to go get the kids pizza every Friday with out feeling tempted to eat it, I went to the movies with hubby and didn't feel tempted for popcorn or nachos, I can cook my much loved dinners that every loves with out feeling I have to nibble or taste. And it's only been a week. I can't wait to start hard work outs like running and boxing. (lol) 216 is my exact weight right now. I'll update every Thursday. Love ya'll keep up the good work.

Guy, Thank you so much, for the Motrin, It really helped, i took it last night and guess what in the morning i ate a banana after like 2 weeks, God it feels great to eat something, rather than being on liquid, was getting sick of it. Thank you again and have a Great Day !!!