Southern Missy 1 Posted May 19, 2008 I don't know about the rest of you but I am so psyched!! :tt2: I thought it would be fun to see how much we have lost ... say starting with your preop diet (or at least 2 weeks before banding) until now. I think it would also be very motivational for the rest of those who are still waiting to be banded -- give them something to look forward to and help shake those jitters! Anyway, I was banded on May 8, and as of today have lost a total of 20.5 pounds!! :wink_smile: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JohnC 31 Posted May 19, 2008 You're off to a great start Missy. I was banded on April 23rd & I'm down 29 lbs. Good luck Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
miss meliss 0 Posted May 19, 2008 I think this thread will be a good one to check monthly for inspiration and support!! I will love hearing how all my May peeps are doing!! I just got back from my 1 week post-op visit and offically I have lost 23 pounds during my 2 week pre-op diet and 1 week of liquids!! Not bad for a girl my age . I know things will slow down with real food being introduced, however, I feel very good about my start! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MollyTaMolly 0 Posted May 19, 2008 Good topic! I am down 20 lbs including my 2 week pre-op diet and was banded on the 13th. I feel really good about it and I can't wait to see what else I will lose. :biggrin2: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
neverB4 2 Posted May 20, 2008 My ticker says it all!! I weigh officially on wednesdays. Hopefully it will be more this weds!! KUDOS TO ALL!!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kalalilly 1 Posted May 20, 2008 Since my preop diet, and I was banded 5/5, I have lost 27 lbs. Tomorrow is my appt with the dietician, she is actually going to fix us our first meal. I heard it was cottage chesse and yougurt. Kinda scary. I haven't even wanted any food yet. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bandedgirl08 1 Posted May 20, 2008 :biggrin: Sounds like everyone is doing well. I was banded on May 5th, weighing in at 294 and on May 16th I weighed in at 278. Whew weeee :hand: that was the quickest 16 pounds I ever lost. I go in on Thursday to see the surgeon and will be checked again. I for one am very proud of all of you and me for doing this for ourselves. Keep up the good work everyone!!:wink2: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bella40 0 Posted May 20, 2008 surgery was 5/13 and down 15 pounds:cool2: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pinkdots410 1 Posted May 20, 2008 Doing great girls!! Was just banded yesterday - can't wait to start losing with ya!! It may be a good idea to buy a scale, LOL! I threw mine out years ago and never replaced it. :cursing: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KristeyK 8 Posted May 20, 2008 I was banded on the 14th, and including what little pre-op diet I have done I am down 22.8!!! (Keep in mind it's been hotter than hades here in Tucson though and I think I've lost a LOT of it in sweat! lol) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SweetCrazySarah 1 Posted May 21, 2008 well my doc didnt make me go on a pre-op diet. but i am 12 days out of surgery and have lost 14 pounds. and that 14 lbs was lost in the first 6 days, im not sure where im at right now with my weight. good luck to everybody else. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
88KEYZ 0 Posted May 21, 2008 I have lost 25 pounds!!!!!! Banded on 4/19/08 in Tijuana!!!!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hope4K 0 Posted May 22, 2008 My ticker proclaims my numbers, but for the record, I didn't have to go on a pre-op diet, so I've lost 10 pounds in 6 days. How much would it ROCK if I could lose 10 pounds EVERY week! I'm trying not to get too excited, because I know as soon as I graduate from liquids it will not be coming off at anywhere near such a fantastic rate! But I'll tell you one thing, I have NEVER in my 37 years gone so long with so little food and not felt miserable. Freedom from hunger is simply amazing, and I am enjoying every moment of it while it lasts. I keep thinking that any minute I'm going to wake up RAVENOUS. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ellen11703 0 Posted May 22, 2008 Hi All, I was banded 2 weeks ago on May 7th. Today was my 1st post-op appointment, I have lost 20 lbs. I am so pleased! I was on a 1 week liquid diet pre-op and 2 weeks post-op. Today I graduate to a soft diet ... I just hope for a little longer anyhow ... that I continue to experience the rapid weight loss. I have not been hungry ... God Bless that Band ... so I am a little apprehensive about starting ... gulp ... FOOD!! LOL! Never thought I'd be hearing myself say that!! LOL! BTW, Kalalily mentioned cottage cheese and yogurt ... that sounds interesting ... I might give that a try! Thanks for the suggestion! Anyway wishing us all continued success! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
anavrin 0 Posted May 23, 2008 I began full liqs today, and must stay on that for 5 days, then graduate to soft foods. I too, am not hungry, I wasn't on clear liqs for 5 days. 2 days pre op, day of, and 2 days after. I also had an unexpected hernia repair, so I have added pain. But I am going back to work one week to the day after surgery. And of course, they have a full day lined up for me. I am so excited but that I have the band, and I have a chance to extend my life, and maybe get off B/P meds someday. I weighed 200 on my 1st appt with the Doc, and want to get to 115, that's my goal. I am only 4' 11" tall, so although I may not have as much to lose as others that started heavier, that additional weight on my short frame has made me miserable for years. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites