Is Having Good And Bad Days Part Of The Lap-Band Journey?

[JanellesMommy8210 8]

Im recently banded only been 2 weeks today. So far I have lost 14 pounds since the day before surgery! However 1-I dont see the difference 2- I am barely eating because everything makes me nauseous 3- Im constantly worrying about my band Is this part of the journey? I know the end results will be all worth it.

[phatkatblue 45]

i'll be banded 2 months on sunday and so far i would have to say there are definitely good and bad days on this journey as with any journey...i haven't had to deal with being nauseous, but in the beginning i did worry about my band constantly. i think that will go away with time. i am down 30 pounds and still don't see it myself but i feel it my clothes and others see it...i can't wait to be able to see it myself. my obsession with worrying about my band has been replaced with constantly worrying about what to eat, how many calories i'm ingesting, and the dreaded scale which not only goes down, but goes up, and stays the same:/ i think you are doing great and your feelings are perfectly normal:)

[DELETE THIS ACCOUNT! 12,703]

Yes, good and bad days are a part of any journey.

I am guessing you don't see the weight loss because your body image isn't accurate. The majority of overweight people have a very hard time "seeing" themselves as they really are. Most see themselves far worse than they really are,

I was banded 3 1/2 months ago and have lost 73 pounds, yet I barely see a difference in myself. I can feel a huge difference but when I look in the mirror I struggle to see it. I'm still wearing the same clothes I did pre-surgery and weight loss even. They're huge on me and about 3-4 sizes too big, but I don't know, I'm comfortable in them.

I finally "saw" a glimpse of the difference only after I just saw a pic of myself taken this last week next to a pic of me taken a couple weeks before surgery. WOW. Then, and only then, did I go "holy crap I look a lot thinner!" It was almost a surreal experience.

My best advice is to be patient and forgiving with yourself, but take pics. You will be so glad you did later when you can look back at your pics and really "see" the difference as you go.

[Toya214 17]

I had my surgery 4 weeks ago Friday. I have lost 20 pounds so far. I worry about sitting the wrong way, moving around too much. I think it is a part of the journey.

[myluv2drive 30]

Tomorrow will be 9 weeks since I had my surgery, I am down 34 lbs since I started my pre op diet 2 weeks before surgery and I worry about my band & port area. It is getting easier everyday though because I stay focused on what I eat, making sure I get all of my Protein, staying within my calories, getting my exercise and making sure I drink all my Water daily. It will get easier with time. You will do fine and don't worry about your band. It is your friend and it is working for you to get you healthier. Good luck and keep us posted on your progress.

[cakelly73 28]

Totally normal to have all those feelings. Being just 2 weeks out, im guessing your on mushies? That is a tough phase, but if you feel nauseous you may want to tell your Doc. Keep fighting, everyday gets better. I am 7 months out and lost 67 lbs. My doc says i am right where i should be. Not good to lose too much too fast, makes the skin sag, so dont worry if you dont notice it yet, you will, and when you do you will be glad you took this journey!

[CincyUdy 35]

It's a long journey but I'll be the first to tell you.... 13 months post op and I'm down 104 lbs!!! It's all worth it! Just takes patience and hard work, especially in the beginning. As you get fills you will see the purpose behind the band. Stay strong till then!

[Holly Dolly 575]

Yes, good and bad days are a part of any journey.

I am guessing you don't see the weight loss because your body image isn't accurate. The majority of overweight people have a very hard time "seeing" themselves as they really are. Most see themselves far worse than they really are,

I was banded 3 1/2 months ago and have lost 73 pounds, yet I barely see a difference in myself. I can feel a huge difference but when I look in the mirror I struggle to see it. I'm still wearing the same clothes I did pre-surgery and weight loss even. They're huge on me and about 3-4 sizes too big, but I don't know, I'm comfortable in them.

I finally "saw" a glimpse of the difference only after I just saw a pic of myself taken this last week next to a pic of me taken a couple weeks before surgery. WOW. Then, and only then, did I go "holy crap I look a lot thinner!" It was almost a surreal experience.

My best advice is to be patient and forgiving with yourself, but take pics. You will be so glad you did later when you can look back at your pics and really "see" the difference as you go.

Mis73....get some new clothes girl!! 73 pounds is half a person! You'll see that thinner you in the mirror if you were wearing the right size for you! Congrats on your success.