June 2007 Bandsters

[huntersmom 0]

About the Water drinking. I was told that I could sip water while eating. No gulping or drinking alot while eating. They said a sip might help if the food is really dry.

[Suzzzie. 3]

DRINKING w/ food: Ya'll already know I'm bad on this one. I still occationally sip with meals, but I've cut back alot. Just a few sips per meal now. I've noticed if I drink much more than a few sips that i get full really fast, and it's an uncomfortable full.

I do drink all I want before a meal, cause my NP told me that the reason to not drink is cause the Water makes the food rush through the band faster, like flushes it through. So I figure that water goes right through and doesn't stay above the band, I'm going to DRINK!

Now..... for a little rant!

One of my very good friends who has been totally supportive of me implied that the lap band was the 'easy way out'... what happened was I asked her if she had checked if her insurence would pay for it, and she said to me "I'm not getting lap band. I'm gonna do it the actual hard way and be healthy." I was so mad at her, because NOTHING about this has been easy. And I'm stuck at 20 pounds lost. I can't seem to budge the scale. I AM doing it the hard way! I STILL have to watch what I eat, and even the good foods get stuck and I PB. Today freaking tuna wouldn't go down! I was very hurt by her words, and frustrated cause I thought she understood... but obviously she doesn't.OK, I just needed to rant to someone who would ACTUALLY understand! Have a good day.

[ja9va 0]

insub GREAT weight loss! Keep up the great work.

bcrazy I was told the same as mell, drink a lot before, nothing during and wait an hour after. I think the after is hardest! I agree if the food is dry, take a sip.

Does anyone ever feel that the food is caught in your throat? Like a speck of food that won't go away? This has been happening now for two days after meals. Any thoughts?

[ja9va 0]

Suzzzie sorry that you had to go through that emotional roller coaster! It is very hard to get others to understand if they are not in the same place emotionally as those that made the band choice. You are 100% correct, this is not easy, and weight loss surgery is a very large decision that one makes. I think this is why we dont' tell to many of our friends and family, because it is hard for them to get it!

Hang in there, you are doing great!

[captain danbo 0]

I got my first fill today. Everything went really well, only took about 15 mins. My doc would not tell me how much he put in, he said when he tells people how much he fills people start to worry about numbers and not really how the fill is working. I also found out that I have lost 14 lbs since the last follow up (4 weeks ago). so I am darn happy with my weight loss so far. I get to start eating food friday and i will see how well the fill works so far I have been drinking just fine.

As far as the Water go, my doc told me I could drink till I start eating and have to wait no less than 60 mins after the meal.

Sorry about the pics, I am just so excited about the new me.

[blugini59 0]

Danbo,

You look really really good. Congrats!

[Suzzzie. 3]

Dan you look GREAT!! You should post a 'before' to go with the new you!!

[joeygirl 0]

It is great to read about how well everyone is doing.

But, I was wondering if there is anyone out there that is unhappy with the way things are going for them. Maybe not losing any weight?

Do you feel like you have no restrictions at all. Obviously, that is how I am feeling. Am I alone?

[bigbaby 4]

Danbo---

YOU look HOT!!!!!!! I think my band just tightened up looking at you!!!:eyebrows:

PLEASE POST A BEFORE PICTURE SO THAT WE CAN SEE THE REAL DIFFERENCE!!!!

[hottytoddy 0]

It is great to read about how well everyone is doing.

But, I was wondering if there is anyone out there that is unhappy with the way things are going for them. Maybe not losing any weight?

Do you feel like you have no restrictions at all. Obviously, that is how I am feeling. Am I alone?

You are not alone.

[beardpa 0]

It is great to read about how well everyone is doing.

But, I was wondering if there is anyone out there that is unhappy with the way things are going for them. Maybe not losing any weight?

Do you feel like you have no restrictions at all. Obviously, that is how I am feeling. Am I alone?

have you had a fill yet?

[Serena 0]

I posted a few days ago about how my second fill made me feel constant discomfort under my breast bone as though I had indigestion. A few of you predicted that I would loosen up in a few days and you were right. I'm back to feeling no restriction at all (feast or famine.....).

I attended our first band-only support group tonight. I didn't realize until now what a wealth of information I have gained from this site. I came across as an expert and everyone wanted my phone number so they could call me with questions. In addition to my number I gave them the LBT address of course.

So many important things seemed to be left out of our many handouts, like the reasons for the eating guidelines. If everyone knew that there were potentially serious long-term consequences to not complying 100%, I doubt that anyone would "cheat". One woman thought that she was a band-failure because she didn't feel any restriction from her first (and only) fill.

Thank you LBT!

[insubordination 0]

I'm sorry things aren't going well HT and jg. Without knowing the details, the only thing I can suggest is that you talk to your doctors and tell them your concerns. Don't blame yourselves. The band just isn't working yet because it's not filled enough. I guess some docs have a 'slow and steady' fill policy which can mean bandster hell for some.

[insubordination 0]

PS Looking hot CD and happy too.

[ja9va 0]

DAN I would shout to the mountains and to us, looking as GOOD as you do!!! where was the picture taken? were you at a wedding? Vey nice pic!

joey I have not been feeling so positive these days. I have not given up and keep on the program for the most part, but I have had little restriction from my first fill and the scale is stuck again! I am going to the gym, on my third week, 4-5 times a week, and I feel I am where I was when I am on Weight Watchers, or another diet I tried! I know the BAND works and it is there, we just need to wait for when it kicks in for us:(. Hang in there!

serena I think we learn so much from LPT, I am looking forward to my support group next week to see how that goes. I am sure all the groups are similar and helpful!