July Butterflies Master Thread

[orea15 0]

When I click on Chat, the page does not come up. ??? Weird.

[1day at a time 2]

Hi all,

I justed wanted to say hi. I got another fill on Monday for a total of 5cc in a 10cc band. I finally feel some restriction. Keep on losing everyone!!!

[Donna113 2]

Hi all,

I justed wanted to say hi. I got another fill on Monday for a total of 5cc in a 10cc band. I finally feel some restriction. Keep on losing everyone!!!

Hi 1day. It's nice to hear from you again. I hope the restriction sticks. It seems the right level is a very, very fine line and one that can come and go.

[shrinknme 0]

Argh! I just typed up a long post and when I hit “send” the site decided to freeze up and send my response to never never land! I hate it when that happens!

Anyway, thanks for noticing the weight loss Shrinknme. I note every .5 lb down. I’d note even less if my scale measured it.

The weather in Houston was phenomenal today. It was a very cool and crisp fall day with virtually no humidity to speak of. The sun was blazing all day without a cloud in the sky. The only down side was that I was stuck in the office.

I’m debating whether I should get another fill. I’ve had 4 so far and my last fill was 3 weeks ago for a total of 4.5 cc in an 8 cc band. I can eat more at meals and experiencing hunger more frequently between meals. The reason I hesitate is that the first week after my last fill, I could only eat a couple of bites at a time but was still hungry. I stopped eating though because I had that tight feeling in my chest. I was very unhappy and tempted to turn to slider foods. I refrained for the most part. I thought once you get to your “sweet spot” the hunger pangs are supposed to go away. To date, that has not happened. My TOM is scheduled to visit this weekend so I think I’ll wait until after she leaves to see if I need another fill.

ya thats weird.. I get the grumblies too.. its like my top stomach feels full so my brain is not hungry but my bottom half hurts cause it wants food.. when this happened at first I didnt know what was happening.. then I was like .. oh ya my lower stomach is hungry. what they told me at the docs was when I dont lose 1-2lbs a week come back in for an adjustment.. so I dont know.. it scares me to be overfilled too.. I dont ever want to expierence the PB thing

[NewMama29 0]

Hello everyone! It has been awhile since I have posted, things have been busy, I have been working some super crazy hours at work (I got 108 in this last two weeks!) and school is taking every other free minute of my time. Hence the late posting.

I spent a while catching up on everyone, it looks like you are all doing good. I need to get back to checking in, it really helps me to keep on track sometimes.

Welcome Josh! You are absolutely amazing, and an inspiration. Keep up the good work!

I have finally hit onederland! WHOOOO HOOOO!! But now, I have kind of stalled out. I think part of it may be stress and/or lack of sleep, I am always exhausted. I am hoping with another fill, it will pick up again. I just think the last fill was a little too much. I was tight for weeks, I think it was about 4 weeks before the pain in my left shoulder went away. I think it is time for another one, but I feel like I just got comfortable again. I am just afraid if I wait too long, I will not be able to eat for the holidays and I don't have anything to tell my family since only my hubby knows about the surgery.

I have also been having ALOT of Hair loss. Has anyone else had this? The last two weeks or so I get hand-fulls in the shower and any time I try to brush my hair. I think I am getting enough Protein (I try for 60 grams/day) so I am thinking it may be my Multivitamin. Does anyone have any suggestions? I was going to go to GNC tomorrow or Thursday on my lunch break but because we cannot swallow the horse pill Vitamins, it really limits you. I am open to any suggestions if you can help!!!

My birthday is coming up next month (the big 30!) and I wanted to do something special, but I feel very self conscious about my hair now. I want to get back on track ASAP!

On the bright side, people at work are finally saying things to me about the weight loss and how good I look. I must say it really feels WONDERFUL! Since my own mother has not noticed! This is why only a few people know the truth. :w00t:

Well, it is nice to see everyone is doing well, keep up the good work!! I will try to keep up with the posts so they are not so lengthy next time!

[crzytchr 3]

If you can't stomach the children's chewables, I know I can't, One a Day makes Essentials. They are tiny red Vitamins that have only the essential vitamins in it. You can't buy them in the stores anymore, but you can find them online, but it isn't easy. They also make liquid vitamins for adults, I think Centrum puts it out. I just think back to the nasty vitamins I had to give my babies and shudder at the thought of it. (I edited and put the info on the essentials and a link to buy them below)

I have been fortunate to not have any significant Hair loss yet. I am so very thankful. Also, I have a LOT of hair, so hopefully, if it begins to fall out, it won't be too bad.

Congrats on finding a new job quickly and I hope they don't overwork you!!!!

Supplement Facts Serving Size: One tablet

Amount Per Serving % Daily Value

Vitamin A

(17% as beta-carotene) 3000 IU 60% Vitamin C 60 mg 100% Vitamin D 400 IU 100% Vitamin E 30 IU 100% Thiamin (B1) 1.5 mg 100% Riboflavin (B2) 1.7 mg 100% Niacin 20 mg 100% Vitamin B6 2 mg 100% Folic Acid 400 mcg 100% Vitamin B12 6 mcg 100% Pantothenic Acid 10 mg 100% Calcium (elemental) 45 mg 5%

http://www.drugstore.com/search/search_results.asp?Ntk=All&srchtree=5&Ntt=one+day+essential+vitamin&aid=333321&aparam=one_day_essential_vitamin&scinit1=one_day_essential_vitamin

Edited October 29, 2008 by crzytchr

[shrinknme 0]

I take a liquid pre-natal Vitamin or I take good ole' flintstones. I know they have many different kinds of kid Vitamins. Gummy bears and all sorts of kinds. I also still will take a protien shake now and then when I feel like I havent been able to get in my Protein for the day. and I found that quaker has granola bars with added protein.. and I think they are like 110 calories or something with 10 grams of protein..

have you all heard that even after you get some restriction or find the sweet spot that after you start losing weight you may need to get another fill because the fat around your stomach shrinks and there for the band loosens. I just heard this.

[Donna113 2]

I have finally hit onederland! WHOOOO HOOOO!!

Welcome back New Mama and congrats on your phenomenal weight loss!!! :w00t:

I have also been having ALOT of Hair loss. Has anyone else had this? The last two weeks or so I get hand-fulls in the shower and any time I try to brush my hair. I think I am getting enough Protein (I try for 60 grams/day) so I am thinking it may be my multivitamin.

It seems it happens to everyone at some point or the other. I've heard starting at about the 4th month and then tapering off after 6 months. I've also heard it grows back. Many here keep saying protein, Biotin, etc., but the consensus seems to be that NOTHING you do will stop the hair loss (related to weight loss and the stress it puts on the body). Once your body adjusts to the stress of losing weight, the hair stops falling out and as long as you aren't predisposed to baldness, it all comes back. I use a Centrum orange flavored chewable Multi-Vitamin which isn't bad at all. I can only find them at CVS.

have you all heard that even after you get some restriction or find the sweet spot that after you start losing weight you may need to get another fill because the fat around your stomach shrinks and there for the band loosens. I just heard this.

I've heard it here and at my doctor's office. It makes perfect sense.

[Donna113 2]

I'll open up an 11 AM Central/ 12 PM Eastern chat room entitled "July Butterflies" for those interested in popping in.

[crzytchr 3]

I'll open up an 11 AM Central/ 12 PM Eastern chat room entitled "July Butterflies" for those interested in popping in.

Hey donna, I just popped into chat and didn't see anyone. I have to leave in a little bit to go bring the children to the dentist. ugh:bored:

[Donna113 2]

It appears they've changed the chat options again and taken away the option to create a room so I couldn't figure out how to create a July Butterflies room. It doesn't appear anyone's in the chit chat room so we can always use that room.

Anyway, I have an appointment so I need to run for now. CBL:tongue:

[kimaly 57]

I also use Centrum chewables, I get mine at rite-aid.

[shrinknme 0]

I forgot to add.. I take emergen-c too.. its like a little packet that dissolives in water.. It for immune support.. I take it everyday cause it has C, but also has 27 other Vitamins and minerals. including the B's for energy.. I feel better when I take it..

[Charlene K 1]

Hello everyone! It has been awhile since I have posted, things have been busy, I have been working some super crazy hours at work (I got 108 in this last two weeks!) and school is taking every other free minute of my time. Hence the late posting.

I spent a while catching up on everyone, it looks like you are all doing good. I need to get back to checking in, it really helps me to keep on track sometimes.

Welcome Josh! You are absolutely amazing, and an inspiration. Keep up the good work!

I have finally hit onederland! WHOOOO HOOOO!! But now, I have kind of stalled out. I think part of it may be stress and/or lack of sleep, I am always exhausted. I am hoping with another fill, it will pick up again. I just think the last fill was a little too much. I was tight for weeks, I think it was about 4 weeks before the pain in my left shoulder went away. I think it is time for another one, but I feel like I just got comfortable again. I am just afraid if I wait too long, I will not be able to eat for the holidays and I don't have anything to tell my family since only my hubby knows about the surgery.

I have also been having ALOT of Hair loss. Has anyone else had this? The last two weeks or so I get hand-fulls in the shower and any time I try to brush my hair. I think I am getting enough Protein (I try for 60 grams/day) so I am thinking it may be my multivitamin. Does anyone have any suggestions? I was going to go to GNC tomorrow or Thursday on my lunch break but because we cannot swallow the horse pill Vitamins, it really limits you. I am open to any suggestions if you can help!!!

My birthday is coming up next month (the big 30!) and I wanted to do something special, but I feel very self conscious about my hair now. I want to get back on track ASAP!

On the bright side, people at work are finally saying things to me about the weight loss and how good I look. I must say it really feels WONDERFUL! Since my own mother has not noticed! This is why only a few people know the truth. :tt2:

Well, it is nice to see everyone is doing well, keep up the good work!! I will try to keep up with the posts so they are not so lengthy next time!

CONGRATS! NEWMAMA29.....I am so happy for you! :thumbup:

[Charlene K 1]

NewMama29....I take Bariatric Advantage Lap-band chewable(lemon flavored). You can buy them online and have them auto-shipped every 90 days.