Need help to get back on the band wagon

[Fluffy Jen 0]

I was banded Feb 25th and did really well the first 3 months, losing about 10lbs per month. Now I seem to be at a stand still for the past 6 weeks, only losing about 3.5lbs. I know it is probably because I need a fill. I had to miss my appointment at the beginning of June, because I didn't have the money to pay for it, since my husband and I neither one are working right now. So even though I can't get a fill right now, I need some suggestions on how I can get my self back on track. I have been kind of depressed about not losing any weight and then I eat, which I know is the stupidest thing that I could do, but I guess old habits die hard. I hope to be able to get a fill some time this month, but I would really like to try and straighten up and get things moving again before then. I really appreciate and welcome any comment. Thanks for listening

[Shay7997 0]

My doctor has me weigh daily. He says if I go 5 days without losing 1 pound, I am to go into time-out. That means I am to go on 3 shakes a day and no food until I lose 2 pounds. Sounds harsh but it is supposed to help with a plateau. If that doesn't work it might be I need a fill or rethink what I'm eating.

Edited July 6, 2009 by Shay7997

[IWannaBeSkinny 0]

My doctor has me weigh daily. He says if I go a week without losing 5 pounds, I am to go into time-out. That means I am to go on 3 shakes a day and no food until I lose 2 pounds. Sounds harsh but it is supposed to help with a plateau. If that doesn't work it might be I need a fill or rethink what I'm eating.

Are you sure this is right? I don't know anyone who can consistently lose 5lbs a week.

[Shay7997 0]

No it's not right. I was typing that up from my phone. Sorry. If i go 5 days without losing one pound. I'll go correct the post

[agentcmc13 0]

I have been struggling too. i went 2 months without losing anything. then i stuck to the diet for 2 weeks and lost 5 lbs. in two weeks.

fortunately and unfortunately i started a new job--great that i started working--bad for the diet. I get to eat for free in the cafeteria where i work, only problem is there are FEW healthy choices. and i find myself eating things i shouldnt eat. its not so much the quantity that i am having trouble with--its the quality.

i work from 6a-6p, so its really hard for me to get motivated to get up early to pack a healthy Breakfast and lunch especially since the food is free.

i think its a good idea to start the shakes if you havent lost weight in a week--i havent tried it yet. i think i will try it this week. thanks for the idea.

good luck with getting a fill!!!

[Fluffy Jen 0]

Thanks for the suggestion. I did do better today, I have a shake for lunch and a small piece of steak with about a 1/4 of a cup of mash potatoes for dinner. I know it's probably not the healthiest food I could have chosen, but it's just really good for me that I haven't been snacking all day. Thanks again!!!

[Fluffy Jen 0]

Just an update, I've lost a 1.1 lbs in three days. I know it's small, but at least it is a loss.

[Alisoninoz 0]

Hi Jen

I was glad to find your post, I was banded on Feb 23rd and I have lost 36lb. I was wondering if that was good or bad and I know everyone is different!

Knowing your about the same as me makes me feel better, I have been hopeless the last few weeks.

If your interested we could become buddies and check in on each other! :thumbup:

[Fluffy Jen 0]

Hi Alisoninoz,

I would love to have someone that close to me that I could chat with. I'm sending you a friend request.

Edited July 12, 2009 by Fluffy Jen