Re-starting my weight loss journey

[OneToughCookie 1]

Hi all!

I was banded in Dec 2005. Lost about 60lbs of the 150lb goal I'd set. After some personal struggles and now having a toddler, I have gained back all I lost and then some.

Today, I had my band re-adjusted to the point I was at pre-pregnancy. I've been given a new food log and a set of instructions to start following again. I have a brand new jogging stroller with a kiddo who is excited to start going for rides.

Yet, I still have a huge sense of apprehension. Will I be able to get the weight off, and keep it off, this time? Can I keep myself from eating the junky foods I've stuffed myself with over the past few years? Will I get the support I need from my family and friends (many of whom don't actually know that I've even had the surgery)?

I was given a link to this forum a few years ago by a close friend. I only lurked at the time, but now I am joining. I need help. I need support. And I'm really hoping I'll be able to find it here.

Thanks for letting me share. Can't wait to dive in and start posting more

[waynef 25]

Hi all!

I was banded in Dec 2005. Lost about 60lbs of the 150lb goal I'd set. After some personal struggles and now having a toddler, I have gained back all I lost and then some.

Today, I had my band re-adjusted to the point I was at pre-pregnancy. I've been given a new food log and a set of instructions to start following again. I have a brand new jogging stroller with a kiddo who is excited to start going for rides.

Yet, I still have a huge sense of apprehension. Will I be able to get the weight off, and keep it off, this time? Can I keep myself from eating the junky foods I've stuffed myself with over the past few years? Will I get the support I need from my family and friends (many of whom don't actually know that I've even had the surgery)?

I was given a link to this forum a few years ago by a close friend. I only lurked at the time, but now I am joining. I need help. I need support. And I'm really hoping I'll be able to find it here.

Thanks for letting me share. Can't wait to dive in and start posting more

Congrats on starting again. You can do it!!!!!

It is a struggle, everyday you decide what your gonna do. Exercise or not, eat right or not. We will not always succeed in doing what is right, but we must forgive ourselves get back up and move in the right direction.

In my opinion its hard to get support from non banded people, they have no idea what it is like.

Never give up on your journey, its a marathon not a sprint.

[TKW 501]

YEA! GOOD FOR YOU! You absolutely can do it. Do it for you and do it for that beautiful baby! Good Luck to you!

[Mommysmen 0]

I wiill commit to being here for you.

If you can download apps on your phone. Download my fitness pal. It help you keep daily dairy of your progress it helps me count my calories. My user name on there iis mommysmem.

You can do it !!!

[oldiebutgoodie2 11]

Onetoughcookie, you are da bomb! What you did took lots of guts! Super congrats! This website has been my rock. Super good luck to you! And again, you are amazing!

[OneToughCookie 1]

Thank you so much for the warm welcome!

I started using the myfitnesspal app today! My username is OneTuffCookie. @mommysmen I will add you as a friend right now

[pudgyhd 0]

Don't feel your alone in this battle. I to had my surgery done in Oct. 2005 and have gained 60% back. My doctor quit practicing and so did I. I depended on him and did not get another fill till now. Just the fact that you've addressed the need to restart is an achievement. All my friends and family know now as I want their help and support. I don't care what others think or say, this is for me. I am new on this forum but have talked to many banders over the years. Time for me to practice what I have preached. I would wish you luck but you don't need luck, you need to believe in you and why your doing this. It has to be for you! Were all here just email away!