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Hello all I'm so excited to be here. Had my GB on Aug 6th and am just now transitioning to pureed foods. I am wondering about ideas for tuna during this stage. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Sent from my SM-N950U using BariatricPal mobile app
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I just had my first fill today. It took two sticks...but finally he got it. I could feel the band inflate as he injected the saline. I got 4cc's in a 9cc band. I don't really feel any different. He put me on liquids for a week! Don't know if I can go for a whole week...especially since I don't feel anything, but I also know it could kick in a few days after the fill...so I will proceed with caution! Then after a week of liquids he wants a week of soups then a week of mushies...he is very conservative.
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Serious support needed. I don't know how to be anything but fat.
Cassiopeia posted a topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hi. Jumping right in. Started journey in April, looking at a surgery date in October. Passed all medical etc, surgeon and team are all supportive and say even though I've only lost 5 pounds on my own, I am going to be cleared for surgery ASAP I go through with the 3 weeks of support group required in september. starting weight 307, current 300+/- 2 lbs. I dont know how to shop for a woman who isn't obese. I don't know how to dress myself. buy bras. I don't know how to eat for a normal sized person. normal or healthy? I don't know. I went for a two mile hike today and stayed on plan for the first time in weeks. I should be proud to really be committing to this, to taking it a day at a time, but when i think of the results all i think is that i wont be "me" any more. i've always been the big girl. there were a few years i was really ok with that, until this past year when i gained 25 pounds and got over 300. now i feel lost. only a few people know about this, my two best friends and my husband. im not close with any of my family. both of my friends are 115 pounds soaking wet. nobody in my life understands that yes i want to be healthier, yes i want a normal life... but i dont know how to live that way and feel that way and im kind of scared. does anyone else know what i am talking about? -
Serious support needed. I don't know how to be anything but fat.
Cupcake replied to Cassiopeia's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hi I totally agree with your statement because you are yes to brung you and seeing you, I am almost 3 months post opt and I can tell you although it's strange and seems foreign you got this, I focus on one day at a time, I have my coworkers calling me skinny lady at work but I look in the mirror and see the same me . The changing point for me is when I did a comparison photo I could not believe the changes everyone else was seeing until I recognize the person in the photo was me. I have started a la fitness class and I am now doing aqua aerobics twice a week and I am even wearing a swimsuit. Which I would have never done. I am learning to take baby steps since this is all new to me but I can tell you I would do the surgery all over again, I find myself smiling more , being more active, and feeling good about myself as a person. In regards to clothes believe it it not I go to the Salvation Army and try on different clothes because it is cost effective and I don't have to spend a lot of money for clothes that I am growing out of. . This forum has been my lifeline we all know what we are all going through you are among friends . Welcome and congrats on being healthy my friend . Keep us posted and feel free to add me as a friend we are all here for one another . -
Anyone banded on Aprils fool 2014?
RedStorm replied to lole's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Yes I was banded on April 1st. I think I am doing pretty good and my doctors office is happy with where I am at. I am down 44 pounds and have not needed a fill yet. Scheduled to go back to doctor on June 26th. I have not been exercising because I broke my ankle 2 weeks ago when I was moving into the solid food phase. So with no exercise and new foods I think my weight loss is slowing down a little. Still not overly hungry and satisfied with a small amount of food. Trying new things every day. How are you doing? -
Ladies, Although I haven't been seeking support here since before and right after surgery, I'm now finding that I need to he held accountable to someone - so here goes.... Last Friday I was 187. I'll start logging in weekly to report. My overall weight loss is at 80+ pounds, but has really begun to slow, so perhaps having to broadcast it each week will be a good thing for me. I'm happy where I am now, a size 12 and no longer obese, just overweight, but I still don't particularly feel "healthy." I do have way more energy than ever before and hope that meeting with all of you weekly will help me to lose the weight and gain my health.
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Help with plastics in Mexico
Sweet Pee replied to TheNewSusie's topic in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
Hello Sweetsusie, I went to Tijuana, Mexico for my plastic surgery. Dr. Victor Gutierrez is a caring, extraordinary, gifted and artistic Board Certified plastic surgeon that worked magic on my body. I am 9 weeks post op and look and feel great!! I did not want to wait and save up the cash money, so I chose to take out a loan. I know I received the best medical care and professional caring service from Dr Victor Gutierrez. After my surgery I had 24/7 nursing care. He really has the best facilities and experienced team that works extremely head to ensure you are cared for before, durning, and after your surgical procedure. Please feel free to give his office a call, and be sure to check out his his web site. To up free consultation toll free 1-866-209-8598. http://www.dr-victorgutierrez.com/ -
When Will I See The Scale Move?
Livinglifeout replied to LawDiva312's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Just keep working it. I was about two weeks out when I had a big drop. -
I am enjoying the weekend and I am excited about starting my two-week liquid diet on Monday. Insurance finally approved replacing my current band that quit holding fluid over the last year (this was a 4 month process). I have gained 30 pounds in that year without the restriction. On August 20, I will have the old band removed, scar tissue cleaned up and a new band put in. As of Monday, it will be six weeks before I can eat anything that needs to be chewed (two weeks pre- and post- surgery liquids, plus two weeks of mushies). I know what is ahead is not easy, but I am so ready to get back on track. I can do this!!!
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I have been a bad bandster I am two yrs post op and havent lost weight since last january. Lately I have been eating unhealthy and not very motivated to better myself. I think alot of it is being complacent in life...new boyfriend..bought a house...and just happy in general. Now my problem is keeping food down. If I dont eat throughout the day then I cant eat without vomiting. I need to start with lots of liquids and almost stretch out my stomach. Once I do that I have a good chance of eating more than just soup. I havent had a fill in a year and a half and dont know if its too tight or just my fault for not following the rules. I dont have pain unless I need to throw up...no heartburn or nausea. But I am hungry....alot. I only eat one good meal every three or four days. Other than that its just snacks or ice cream to get me through. I feel like I am failing myself and the band...please help!
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You know, it seems to me that if you eat at 5:30 you should be hungry. Going from 5:30 to noon seems too long to me. I just saw the nutrionist yesterday. She actually wrote me up a schedule. She wants her lap band patients to each every three hours and sip water the hour after each meal up to 1/2 hour before. Seems like you should be eating a meal or snack that starts with protein right about 9am just like your stomach is telling you :-). Britt
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To those who are succeeding: What are the Critical Success Factors?
areellady replied to eGomer's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I am going to answer all though I have done extremely well and have had no bad times. The first thing that I really truly believe to be the core of the lap band is IT IS NOT A MIRACLE!! A person has to be willing to work at it with all their hearts. I read many many posts of people continually eating treats and candy, drinking pop, eating out daily.....This is not going to work!!!I think a lot of people go into the surgery thinking it is going to be piece of cake(no pun intended) and it is NOT. It is just as hard as any diet I have ever been on to eat the right nutritious things. The difference being, this time, there is a tool in place so that if I do have something that is not the best nutritionally, I don't beat myself up and give up. I start again and the tool is still there. I think people think that they are going to magically not ever be hungry again, and this is simply NOT true. You will get hungry again and then you have to do some work and eat healthy!!!! Exercising is the next important step in this puzzle of obesity. So many people hate it and so many people don't do it!!! People want to believe that they can simply never have to move their bodies and be fine. A person may very well be able to lose weight without exercising, but what about strength. We lose so much muscle when we lose weight if we are not doing strength training. We have taken a step to be healthy, why not just take the next step and start what you hate to do....exercise. Next I think that self hatred can be the worst thing that a "dieter" has to deal with. Self hatred of a body that is not losing fast enough, body image disorder and hanging skin. I think we all need to learn to love us for us. I am not saying I am there yet, but I am a lot closer than I was three months ago. These are just a few thoughts that poppes into my head as I read your post....I don't know if it is what you had in mind but hope it helps. -
Numbness or tingling sensation
Cathy1985 replied to Cathy1985's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
I just called my Dr and left a message. They did labs last week, but haven't called me with any results yet. -
I had my surgery on July 27th. I must say I am surprised at how great I feel. I am down a total of 22 lbs:clap2:. I am going for my first fill next week. The diet I was given post surgery keeps saying no straws, why?? Thanks for the input!
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Sending everything in for pre approval on monday!
Nicey2u replied to mommyjamie's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm scheduled for April 23rd!! Good luck! I am really getting excited!! Psyching myself up for liquid diet for a whole week!! Ugh!- 1 reply
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Need Lap Band Buddy / Mentor Newly Banded in need of someone to talk to in Los Angeles/San Fernando Valley Area
MelBigBoobsDubDueces replied to MelBigBoobsDubDueces's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
hey everyone thank you for the kind words and support...feeling a little better this week. Like I said, just been very emotional. You don't realize how much time in the day you used to take up just eating, and not only because u were hungry...because u were bored, sad, lonely, upset, even happy. Now that I have all this time on my hands because I am not eating, it is driving me a little crazy... -
first exam to pre op
blackcadillacs5 replied to Ana Sousa's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Since you are paying out of pocket it should be a lot faster...Im going thru my insurance and it took a little over 6months. I've seen some posts on here on individuals that pay their own way and end up getting their surgery within weeks. My only advise make sure you don't rush into it unless you are full prepared. Good Luck! -
O how much did everyone lose on their pre op diet and how long was it?? I just started mine yesterday and my surgery is 2 weeks from today so 15 days total for me. So far so good I am not to crabby. I lost 4 lbs the 1st day so that is a good start.
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Final Thursday Check - Valentine's Day Challenge
heartfire replied to gilta's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Start: 191.2 Goal: 181.2 Finish: 184.4 Loss: 6.8lbs I'm really happy with that. I didn't think I was even going to do that much. I've been pretty sick all week so had a 3lb loss this week. Hopefully it holds once I get my appetite back! Good job everyone! Lellow, what about Easter as a new challenge? It's Sunday, April 12th this year. That would be about 8 weeks (if I counted right) starting tomorrow. If everyone wants and Gilta wants a break, I don't mind doing the weekly threads for it. Let me know. Gilta, hang in there. You've got a lot going on, it sounds like. Take care of yourself! (((Hugs))) -
I start my two week pre-op diet on Sunday, good luck with yours!
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I have to get up at 4 a.m. in the morning to get ready to see Dr. Bauman. My appt. is at 8:15. I have had the physical, pap, 8 vials of blood taken, sleep apnea test and a psych eval all last week. I only think I lack is an upper GI and seeing the nutrtionist. I hope he will look at all this and be able to see how serious I am abut having this surgery. Is there anyone on here that is having surgery in December by Dr. Bauman? Thank you for the support. I hope I have good news soon.
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Ok... day 5 of my pre-op diet... added salads yesterday... and I cheated on Mothers Day.. I had one shrimp.. my stomach is killing me... been taking lataid... not as hungry as last week but still a struggle... Down 7 lbs already... yippie...
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OMG my fear. I'm going next week for mine. Sorry you had to go through that mess to get to the green zone. Feel better!
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I also had an adjustment in December and I didn't feel any difference until last week. Mine always take at least 2 weeks to a month before i can tell. I received .1 and as of Friday I feel like I'm back in the green zone. Good luck! If you feel like you're too tight definitely let your doctor know.
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For some people, it can take up to a month to feel the effects of a fill. It has always taken a minimum of 2 weeks for me. Inability to tolerate food and heartburn is a definite sign that you are too tight. Your doc/surgeon will likely suggest a small unfill.
