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[beli 20]

You CAN do it. If you've come this far and you've made the choice to get the surgery then you CAN. I didn't even have time to process the idea - they literally called me at 2:30 exactly 2 weeks before the surgery. I had no choice but to start my diet the following day. It's amazing what you can overcome when you really want something. I had a field trip to Kemah with my students where we were given free chicken tenders and there was all kinds of junk around. I drank my shakes and just chewed gum and gulped Water. Trust me it's hard but look in the mirror and ask yourself if the food is worth it? I've lost 50 pounds and I feel amazing - being able to wear my 4.5 inch heels again is a fantastic feeling. Please don't give up!

[cassandramontes 112]

Ladies!!! I need Youuuuuuuu ! Start my pre op diet tomorrow . I'm scared abt a number of things. My life n lifestyle ! My feelings toward food, the way ppl will respond , what to say when ppl start asking me how I'm losing so much weight? All of these thoughts are going thru my head. I'm just praying for strength right now !

Well lets see where to start. Why are you scared? You don't live to eat you eat to live. Did I say that right? Food does not make you but it can ruin you. I can pass my fast food now and not even think about stopping. But I need a fill because the hunger is coming back slowly. I am still maintaining the small portions which is surprising to me. MY family and household is all about food. Eating Snacks, junk food but I been really good about it. Yeah I am not going to lie I messed up a few times but not with bad stuff. Maybe took a sip of sprite here once. Its no one business how you lose the weight unless you want to tell them. Me I told everyone at my job my family and friends. Its up to you but I never really see the big deal. I didn't want no one thinking I had cancer or some other disease when I started losing the weight or come back to work smaller that's the first thing people think right LOL

[cassandramontes 112]

It's the countdown ! Day 1 of preop diet! Already a challenge , woke up and my husband brought all this good food home from this party ! Can't do it. My goal is to lose 7-10 lbs over the next 14 days ! Said my prayers this morning!

Ask hubby to help you with these few weeks. If he know its going to be a struggle don't bring the food home. I know my husband called me everyday "What you want to eat" After the third time me yelling nothing I cant have any of that he stopped asking lol But I gave him a big reassuring kiss and hug and told him I am going to need him to work with me on this he agreed now he don't bring nothing home. If he get something after work he eats before he gets here but usually he was eating the portions meals with me for dinner just having a little bit more. Support is everything and you really going to need that in your household. You can do it ! ! ! ! ! If I lost 10 on mine and cheated a little you can to lol Its not hard as you think. Its all in your mind my friend

[cassandramontes 112]

Ok guys I am at a stand still. No weight loss. I am so ready for my fill. I also got helpful information that when your body input is drastically changed then your body goes into starvation mode and shuts down. Once it adjust the weight loss will start back. Not sure if you all were having or had this problem. Please share if you did. I walked 2 miles on Monday and I will again on Thursday then increase to 3 day a week. I don't know if that is to much to soon. I can understand what many say is bandster hell now lol with no fill that hunger comes back and until you get that fist fill you really have to be good. My doctor fill only a little after surgery so that's helping me a lot but I am getting hunger about every 3 hours maybe four on a good day

[MCE 31]

Hi Cassandra! Don't be too discouraged. I have been at a plateau and finally after my 4th fill last week I have picked up momentum. I can't believe I am 4 months post op already! I have lost an average of 10 pounds a month and it has been so frustrating. I lose weight in a weird way (or seems weird to me) -- I stay at one weight for weeks then will drop 5 pounds. It took until this 4th fill to finally feel like I am in or nearing the green zone. But it has been HELL getting here -- as they said it would be. Just hang in there!

[cassandramontes 112]

Hi Cassandra! Don't be too discouraged. I have been at a plateau and finally after my 4th fill last week I have picked up momentum. I can't believe I am 4 months post op already! I have lost an average of 10 pounds a month and it has been so frustrating. I lose weight in a weird way (or seems weird to me) -- I stay at one weight for weeks then will drop 5 pounds. It took until this 4th fill to finally feel like I am in or nearing the green zone. But it has been HELL getting here -- as they said it would be. Just hang in there!

Thanks for the encouraging words. I lost another lb this morning so that's a great thing. I am looking forward to this first fill to see where it puts me.

[fashionstylist 458]

Hey ladies! I'm on day 3 of my preop! So far 6 lbs gone! It's still been difficult but I'm hanging on there. I went for my preop appt and registered at the hospital ! It was amazing and they were so thorough . My mom and dad and hubby went to support me. I know I can do this . I took a pic of myself this morning which is something that I haven't done in a long time . I felt cute !!! Lol .. This is going to be an amazing journey! They have support groups and activities at West Houston where I am having my surgery. I am nervous but God is on my side!

We should plan a meet and greet for the first weekend in August before school starts back. What u girls think ?

[fashionstylist 458]

Ok guys I am at a stand still. No weight loss. I am so ready for my fill. I also got helpful information that when your body input is drastically changed then your body goes into starvation mode and shuts down. Once it adjust the weight loss will start back. Not sure if you all were having or had this problem. Please share if you did. I walked 2 miles on Monday and I will again on Thursday then increase to 3 day a week. I don't know if that is to much to soon. I can understand what many say is bandster hell now lol with no fill that hunger comes back and until you get that fist fill you really have to be good. My doctor fill only a little after surgery so that's helping me a lot but I am getting hunger about every 3 hours maybe four on a good day

Cassandra , you got this! U have really kicked this into high gear girl ! That's the spirit but don't do too much Superwoman!

[bettyjaxon 0]

Howdy ya'll! I'm near the intersection of I-45 and 1960 if anyone is in the area and needs a buddy. I need one too.......

(sorry I haven't uploaded a pic. I promise I'm not a creep)

[SlimCia 30]

I'm at the same place I'm just trying to maintain my lost until my 2nd fill 7/2. Right now I can eat just about anything but no more than 2 cups. I also get hungry every 4 hours and when that 4th hour comes I turn into the hulk if I don't get food. I know I'm eating more than I should I just make sure I workout so I won't gain. Just be patient when we get to the right restriction we will be on our way.

[cassandramontes 112]

Hey ladies! I'm on day 3 of my preop! So far 6 lbs gone! It's still been difficult but I'm hanging on there. I went for my preop appt and registered at the hospital ! It was amazing and they were so thorough . My mom and dad and hubby went to support me. I know I can do this . I took a pic of myself this morning which is something that I haven't done in a long time . I felt cute !!! Lol .. This is going to be an amazing journey! They have support groups and activities at West Houston where I am having my surgery. I am nervous but God is on my side!

We should plan a meet and greet for the first weekend in August before school starts back. What u girls think ?

Great ! ! ! ! I am happy for you. 6 lbs in three days is also great. Girl you are doing it. Good luck and keep up the good work ! ! !

[cassandramontes 112]

I'm at the same place I'm just trying to maintain my lost until my 2nd fill 7/2. Right now I can eat just about anything but no more than 2 cups. I also get hungry every 4 hours and when that 4th hour comes I turn into the hulk if I don't get food. I know I'm eating more than I should I just make sure I workout so I won't gain. Just be patient when we get to the right restriction we will be on our way.

OMG girl I will burst if I had 2 cups. I tried that one time and I was miserable for the whole darn day. I felt so full I thought my stomach was going to burst. I am about to hold comfortably about a little over a half cup. I cant wait until the restriction gets here. I know we all will hit it when the time is right. 1st fill on July 17th I cant wait to see how much food I will be able to get down then

[cassandramontes 112]

Howdy ya'll! I'm near the intersection of I-45 and 1960 if anyone is in the area and needs a buddy. I need one too.......

(sorry I haven't uploaded a pic. I promise I'm not a creep)

Sure ! ! ! I am maybe about 20 minutes from where you are. How is everything going? Are you enjoying your band?

[bettyjaxon 0]

Sure ! ! ! I am maybe about 20 minutes from where you are. How is everything going? Are you enjoying your band?

Sooo far sooo good I guess. It's definitley taking some getting use to. How about yourself? Any good advice you can give would be greatly appreciated.

[cassandramontes 112]

Well I am new myself and I have been doing good so far. I had no problems with the surgery except for the gas and that still lingering lol I have my first fill on the 17th. I started walking on Monday and I walked 2 miles and I think I over did it but it felt good. I am going to attempt to walk 2 more on tomorrow and maybe add an extra day next week. I started eating regular foods and I get full fast. a couple of times I was paying attention and got to full and that is such an uncomfortable feeling. I have to be careful of that. I see why they say don't watch tv, drive or do anything else while you are eating lol