Banded On March 23Rd!!!!!

[nicole1095 13]

Yes Twin baby daddy has something coming for him... Im doing this for me but going to love to show it off when Im done with the new me... They rubbed something on my tummy to numb but still felt a pinch. Im on mushies now but from Friday to today I have lost 5lbs so Im hoping this is a good sign. I actually had a string cheese today just to see if Im able to eat it, it went down with no problem i chewed until nothing was there. Guess what I was full and satisfied after 1... I was like wow. But so far so good. Im not really sure what a stuck feeling feels like yet and I don't have ne foods I can't eat yet besides bread, rice and pasta...... no bueno still dealing with that break up. But as far as soda becuz I was a huge dr pepper fan, I dnt even crave it anymore so thats good.

[nicole1095 13]

• Hey Tray congrats on your weight loss thats AWESOME!!!! No more plus size clothes for you... What is your fav food to eat? I dnt have a problem with lettuce yet but I have really only had it once. What r you doing for exercise?
  

[nicole1095 13]

Hey Twin when did your dr say it would be a good time to go back for another fill?

[tray116 10]

Well my favorite food is baked potatoes n sweet potatoes .....who would have ever thought lol...as far as exercise I go to the gym mon thru Fri....and I do min 45 min cardio n weights every other day.....plus chasing my niece n nephew around lol....

[tray116 10]

Well my favorite food is baked potatoes n sweet potatoes .....who would have ever thought lol...as far as exercise I go to the gym mon thru Fri....and I do min 45 min cardio n weights every other day.....plus chasing my niece n nephew around lol....

[SleepingBeauty<3 14]

Hey ladies my surgery was 11/11/11 n i really don't know what size I have UV would think I would b smart n ask but that will definitely b a question I get answered mon.....I have lost 75 lbs since the surgery n now I'm slowing down with the weight loss but I am Def losing inches....oh god how nice it feels to be able n shop in regular stores n not hit the plus size section .....I went from 24 pant to a 16...."doing the happy dance " lol....how r u guys with lettuce? .... have u found any problem. food yet...n sleeping that was horrible they didn't numb it ....I would Def bring that IP ...so not cool

Wow! Great weight loss Tray!!! How many fills have u had so far??? It must feel amazing to be back in regular stores. I know that is one sweet sweet moment I am dying for! Yeah, the non-numbing wasn't the best. I mean it wasn't too bad but I think for next time I'll and up requesting it. Lettuce hasn't been an issue for me. Most food havent been except for the first few bites which feel like they might not continue their journey down. I'm assuming things will change now that I've finally been filled.

[SleepingBeauty<3 14]

Yes Twin baby daddy has something coming for him... Im doing this for me but going to love to show it off when Im done with the new me... They rubbed something on my tummy to numb but still felt a pinch. Im on mushies now but from Friday to today I have lost 5lbs so Im hoping this is a good sign. I actually had a string cheese today just to see if Im able to eat it' date=' it went down with no problem i chewed until nothing was there. Guess what I was full and satisfied after 1... I was like wow. But so far so good. Im not really sure what a stuck feeling feels like yet and I don't have ne foods I can't eat yet besides bread, rice and pasta...... no bueno still dealing with that break up. But as far as soda becuz I was a huge dr pepper fan, I dnt even crave it anymore so thats good.[/quote']

So glad to hear u've lost 5 lbs!!! Must feel great! I see ur doing liquids 3 days n mushies 3 days, my doctor only requires 3 of each. I may prolong the mushies a bit tho cuz I REALLY need to lose more weight much more rapidly. I don't want to lose my momentum. U mean u have had bread, rice n Pasta? Or u mean u haven't tried it yet??? Glad u kicked the soda craving! That's awesome. I'm now addicted to Neuro Sonic it's a SLIGHTLY carbonated mental performance enhancer that is slightly flavored n only 35 Cals!!! Has definitely help with the carbonation craving! My nurse, actually, wants me back in 3 weeks to see if I need another fill.

[tray116 10]

I had 3 fills I'm at 7 ccs but I feel so restricted that I may have him take some out.....omg its so nice to go into a regular store n not pray for 2-3 XL clothing ...I'm actually in an XL very close to large.......breath of fresh air...u ladies will feel it soon....now that ur losing the weight from personal experience my friends are acting a lil funny....not saying or doing anything bad but they r the Skinny Ones n i Was the fat one...but now I'm losing the weight and I'm getting attention now they are not getting all the attention ....they actually told me that already look good enough to stop bc i don't want start looking sick....they forget I wasn't always fat the last 8 years is where it all happened .....buy oh well I will continue n i apologize for venting but u guys are the ones who would understand ....

[nicole1095 13]

Hey Twin yes I have 3 days of each but today I was able to eat something real and still had yogurt for Breakfast and mashed potatos for lunch and 2 Protein Shakes but for dinner I made myself a turkey lettuce wrap. It was so good and so filling. I made another one 4 lunch tomorrow. I CAN'T have any bread, rice or Pasta my dr told me NEVER! Its really sad but I have to do what I have to do. Doesn't mean I can't act like a brat and throw a tantrum about it lol. As far as carbonated drinks they told me not to becuz it can cause alot of extra gas in my tummy and make me uncomfortable. My dr wants to c me back in 2 weeks to check my incision but didn't say to much about a fill. How much are you paying for your fills?? Is it just a co pay or is it free? I think mine said I was still global whatever that means so it was no charge YAY. Haven't really been consistent on the exercise thing. I have been getting light headed when starting my work out. I have been trying to take it easy and ease into it. Hope your doing good....

[nicole1095 13]

Hey Tray never be sorry for venting. That would be kinda frustrating for me too. All of my friends are skinny mini but are so supportive of me. My bestie is naturally a size 2 and she is so gorgeous however she is now pregnant and I joke around with her while Im losing my weight your will be gaining it and I love it lol. I say if your happy be happy and do what you want to do and dnt listen to you friends. I can't wait for that day i can go into a store and not have to ask where are the bigger sizes or have to pay extra becuz its a 2xl. My work clothes are starting to get real loose on me and I love it. It feels great.

7cc that sounds like a lot are you still eating mushies? What exercises are you doing? When did you start buying new clothes? Im so happy for you!!! Congrats on all your weight loss.

And whenever you feel like venting or ranting about anything and everything we are here for you.....

[SleepingBeauty<3 14]

Wow! Tray, 7ccs does sound like a lot! N especially since its only been three fills. I thought it would be a lot more gradual than that. I imagine certain foods must be a NIGHTMARE with all that restriction! I'm assuming lettuce has been since u've brought it up before. Any other foods that are very difficult to tolerate at this point? Have u gotten stuck often? N I can't believe ur friends are telling u to stop where u are! I mean, I'm on the curvy women bandwagon, don't get me wrong! But I'm sure u know when will be right for YOU and unfortunately for THEM, it may be when u are at 'their' weight. It's sad that they would want their friend to remain unhealthy b/c of their own insecurities. I'm sure they great friends in other aspects, but don't let them deter u from ur final goal b/c they feel 'unconfortable'.

[tray116 10]

Thanx ladies...chicken has also been a problem .....anything crunchy seems to b great lol......bread is slowly getting better but I'm not tempting it often lol.....as far as exercise I'm going to the gym n doing the elliptical n treadmill n I'm also playing on a softball team.....I'm gonna start swimming on mon and alternate that with the gym....trying to get rid of the flab before it gets to bad.....

I had to go n buy some new clothes bc everything was getting way to big...so I buy a pair of jeans n sweats and deal with them until they become big n do the same thing over so like once eery 2 weeks I have to get something ....so ladies don't go crazy buying new clothes all the time it can get expensive lol....n please get rid of all the big clothes we don't need anything reminding us of the excessive weight we HAD lol

[SleepingBeauty<3 14]

Hey Twin yes I have 3 days of each but today I was able to eat something real and still had yogurt for breakfast and mashed potatos for lunch and 2 Protein Shakes but for dinner I made myself a turkey lettuce wrap. It was so good and so filling. I made another one 4 lunch tomorrow. I CAN'T have any bread' date=' rice or Pasta my dr told me NEVER! Its really sad but I have to do what I have to do. Doesn't mean I can't act like a brat and throw a tantrum about it lol. As far as carbonated drinks they told me not to becuz it can cause alot of extra gas in my tummy and make me uncomfortable. My dr wants to c me back in 2 weeks to check my incision but didn't say to much about a fill. How much are you paying for your fills?? Is it just a co pay or is it free? I think mine said I was still global whatever that means so it was no charge YAY. Haven't really been consistent on the exercise thing. I have been getting light headed when starting my work out. I have been trying to take it easy and ease into it. Hope your doing good....[/quote']

Idk why my previous response to this didn't go thru...Any way, I meant to say 2 days of each! Lol Stupid phone. I'm so impressed with ur eating, Twin! U're making such good eating choices. I'm really lacking with the Protein shakes. I just cannot stand them anymore. It's prolly been a good two weeks since I've drank one. I keep meaning to order the shots n keep forgetting. =\ My doctor hasn't specifically banned anything. They warn us of hazardous foods but leave it up to trials n error for us. The neuro sonic drink is very slightly carbonated. N I also sip it so it hasn't bothered me at all. N it's packed with vitamins! They didn't charge me at all. No copy or anything so I'm guessing it's being submitted to the ins. Or it may be a global fee. I should prolly ask. Another thing to add to my procrastinator's list. Lol I went briskly walking/jogging with my boyfriend yesterday. Felt GREAT aftertwards. We're gonna try to join a new gym on Saturday. Hope I can stay motivated to going. Cuz it was pretty tough b4. N don't u worry once ur in tip top shape with ur incisions im sure u're going to jump right in.

WE GOT THIS!!!

[SleepingBeauty<3 14]

Thanx ladies...chicken has also been a problem .....anything crunchy seems to b great lol......bread is slowly getting better but I'm not tempting it often lol.....as far as exercise I'm going to the gym n doing the elliptical n treadmill n I'm also playing on a softball team.....I'm gonna start swimming on mon and alternate that with the gym....trying to get rid of the flab before it gets to bad.....

I had to go n buy some new clothes bc everything was getting way to big...so I buy a pair of jeans n sweats and deal with them until they become big n do the same thing over so like once eery 2 weeks I have to get something ....so ladies don't go crazy buying new clothes all the time it can get expensive lol....n please get rid of all the big clothes we don't need anything reminding us of the excessive weight we HAD lol

It sounds like, for the most part, u haven't had many issues with food. I'm glad to hear that! Yeah, I know bread is my downfall so I will try my hardest not to tempt myself. I literally could live off bread!?! Lol It's so great that u're on a softball team! That is the best way to exercise--while having fun! The swimming sounds great too! I wish I could switch it up like that!!! I'm feeling the same way about my workout clothes, Twin!!! In fact they're getting so loose they're no longer flattering. Lol But I hear you, Tray! I'm trying very badly NOT to shop until I absolutely necessary. Not trying to spend $ on clothes that will hopefully be temporary. I only shop right now if there is a specific event n I REALLY have nothing to wear. Haven't gotten rid of anything as of yet..But happily I think I'm getting close!!! =} Lol

[SleepingBeauty<3 14]

Haven't heard from anyone in a while. Hope everyone is doing great!!!