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hope2bthina
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LOL I don't think I do!!!! But I will have to or I will be really peed off come Saturday morning....ugh...all that party food doesn't seem so super fabby now
I feel like that... always after i've eaten something though, You can still get a loss or at least a sts xx
Neen
WLS Moderator
If you think about it Jo , you are genuinely going to be hungry after near starvation of pre-op and liquids only straight after a big shock to the body.
Try and keep filling up on the low cal liquids and mushies and worry about actual weight loss when the recovery is done.
Pre first fill I can't stress enough how helpful a properly organised diet plan like rosemary conleys or weight watchers is. I wish I had done them as it would have made my first year much more easy and productive..so that's my advice really.
Try and keep filling up on the low cal liquids and mushies and worry about actual weight loss when the recovery is done.
Pre first fill I can't stress enough how helpful a properly organised diet plan like rosemary conleys or weight watchers is. I wish I had done them as it would have made my first year much more easy and productive..so that's my advice really.
Well I think I handled the meeting well. I was crying before he even said a word!!! :-( hunger does strange things to your ability to cope!
It was not as bad as it could have been think I have just been really distracted with the op etc and not concentrating!
Food today:
Activia yogurt 68
Leek and potato soup 246
Low call jelly 9
Sweet potato soup 200
Watered down glass of wine oops but I need it!
It was not as bad as it could have been think I have just been really distracted with the op etc and not concentrating!
Food today:
Activia yogurt 68
Leek and potato soup 246
Low call jelly 9
Sweet potato soup 200
Watered down glass of wine oops but I need it!
Hiya
I am 2 weeks post op for a band, the first week was gggreat, but the 2nd week 1lb! Eeek. I have got into a bit of a rhythm of eating now, and I moving onto the mushy stage:
Breakfast - Scrambled Egg or Greek yoghurt and a few berries
Snack - Either glass of milk or yoghurt if I don't have one for brekkie
Lunch - Some kind of Soup - as its easy
Snack - Greek Yoghurt
Dinner - Tuna and Low fat dressing/ or soup again!!/ or Flaked fish and low cal dressing
Does that sound about right?
I get to have an appointment with a dietician in about 2/3 weeks, when I move off the mush stage, and I am hoping for some top tips.
I am feeling almost ok to exercise now, so hoping to get back off to the Gym next week.
I am 2 weeks post op for a band, the first week was gggreat, but the 2nd week 1lb! Eeek. I have got into a bit of a rhythm of eating now, and I moving onto the mushy stage:
Breakfast - Scrambled Egg or Greek yoghurt and a few berries
Snack - Either glass of milk or yoghurt if I don't have one for brekkie
Lunch - Some kind of Soup - as its easy
Snack - Greek Yoghurt
Dinner - Tuna and Low fat dressing/ or soup again!!/ or Flaked fish and low cal dressing
Does that sound about right?
I get to have an appointment with a dietician in about 2/3 weeks, when I move off the mush stage, and I am hoping for some top tips.
I am feeling almost ok to exercise now, so hoping to get back off to the Gym next week.
Neen
WLS Moderator
If you are OK on mushies then it looks allright to me Em x
Welcome aboard xx
I think just take things steady and tiny mouthfuls and slow slow slow as possible really with eating denser stuff.
As I mentioned to Jo earlier, one thing I wish I would have done straight away when I could eat proper food, is get on a calorie controlled plan of my own or join Rosemary Conleys or Weight watchers immediately.
To get into good habits, keep on the right track and not get too disillustioned whilst waiting for fills...especially as it is likely to take a couple before you feel the band really working.
Look at Mazza's food guide under my signature as she has done great with her band and written us a really easy to follow list of what works well.
But yeah, also the gym will help so much to keep it all moving along for you xx
Welcome aboard xx
I think just take things steady and tiny mouthfuls and slow slow slow as possible really with eating denser stuff.
As I mentioned to Jo earlier, one thing I wish I would have done straight away when I could eat proper food, is get on a calorie controlled plan of my own or join Rosemary Conleys or Weight watchers immediately.
To get into good habits, keep on the right track and not get too disillustioned whilst waiting for fills...especially as it is likely to take a couple before you feel the band really working.
Look at Mazza's food guide under my signature as she has done great with her band and written us a really easy to follow list of what works well.
But yeah, also the gym will help so much to keep it all moving along for you xx
Miss hungry
7 stone lighter!
When I decided to go ahead with my band, I thought that I had done alot of research. I hadn't come across this site at that time. I had only really read sucess stories and hadn't realised that people with the band can still struggle to lose weight. To be honest, after reading lap banders experiences on this site, I felt really down and disapointed. I think I was unrealistic in my expectations.
I know everyone is different, but I don't think this is going to be the miracle I thought it was.
I would love to read some positive stories on here from lap banders.
Sorry this all sounds a bit depressing, just venting! xxx
I know everyone is different, but I don't think this is going to be the miracle I thought it was.
I would love to read some positive stories on here from lap banders.
Sorry this all sounds a bit depressing, just venting! xxx
Neen
WLS Moderator
I was exactly the same as you MissH x I found the site just after having mine and I did struggle.
There are a lot more bypassers on here...I think over here in the UK there is much more negativity towards the band..in the states it seems a lot more successful because from sites I have seen, a LOT more success stories and they really are positive about it and don't dismiss it as too much work like we keep reading on this site.
Unfortunately since I joined a few years ago, I have seen a lot of banders come and go quickly because of the way banding is viewed here..it's sad.
I did this thread so the people who are still here can find some positivity and support x
I would say to you though, having been really down myself in the past and worrying myself silly that I had made a mistake. That it does help and OK so we may not lose tons in the first year...we have the luxury of going and getting adjustments in the future when some bypassers may have stretched their pouches or not changed their habits and stopped losing or even started regaining !
Some ops to re-bypass people are already being done in america so you know, this is a good helpful tool we have and we mustn't feel like we made a bad choice in comparison.
If you can accept that it won't do it all for you (yeah I was horrified to learn that bit) and you put in some effort..like I said, getting a good diet plan and doing your exercise daily...then it will be easier than before the op and you will lose it.
I'm a really bad emotional eater, sweet tooth etc totally wrong for the band if you read all the comments on the forum about bands...but I still have lost 9 stone or so and have about 6 left to go.
I am just going to keep at it, I learnt what not to do by trial and error and I hope that if I can pass on what is useful, then for some of you, it won't be such a long slog x
There are a lot more bypassers on here...I think over here in the UK there is much more negativity towards the band..in the states it seems a lot more successful because from sites I have seen, a LOT more success stories and they really are positive about it and don't dismiss it as too much work like we keep reading on this site.
Unfortunately since I joined a few years ago, I have seen a lot of banders come and go quickly because of the way banding is viewed here..it's sad.
I did this thread so the people who are still here can find some positivity and support x
I would say to you though, having been really down myself in the past and worrying myself silly that I had made a mistake. That it does help and OK so we may not lose tons in the first year...we have the luxury of going and getting adjustments in the future when some bypassers may have stretched their pouches or not changed their habits and stopped losing or even started regaining !
Some ops to re-bypass people are already being done in america so you know, this is a good helpful tool we have and we mustn't feel like we made a bad choice in comparison.
If you can accept that it won't do it all for you (yeah I was horrified to learn that bit) and you put in some effort..like I said, getting a good diet plan and doing your exercise daily...then it will be easier than before the op and you will lose it.
I'm a really bad emotional eater, sweet tooth etc totally wrong for the band if you read all the comments on the forum about bands...but I still have lost 9 stone or so and have about 6 left to go.
I am just going to keep at it, I learnt what not to do by trial and error and I hope that if I can pass on what is useful, then for some of you, it won't be such a long slog x
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Katkit1
Not going anywhere!
Although I have caught this rotton cold that is going round, I am trying to stay positive. Today still on liquids - post fill: cup of tea when getting up at ungodly hour (a must have for me)
Slimfast and protein drink for breakfast. A yogurt and sugar free jelly for lunch. 2 coffees mid-and-late morning. 1.5 litres s/f juice. w/w soup for tea with a small amount of grated cheese stirred in. cup of tea in afternoon. May have a horlicks light before bed to get me off to sleep. Surprisingly I felt really full whenever I had anything today.
Jo - Good you managed to get an appointment for your fill soon. When you go if you have time, at the reception desk - ask them if you can book an appointment to see the dietician as was originally promised.
Maz - Like you I`m missing the beefcake. Think we`ll have to start a petition. I`m sure Kevin won`t mind if we oogle the lads; just think of all the lovely lady friends he has here to look at!
(even though some of us are old enough to be his mum)
Mel - your doing well with your food choices (hope I can stick to it all properly) I like the sound of zumba - but not too sure how energetic it is tho, my joints arn`t too good at times, but I really hope you enjoy it.
Tranquil - you poor love - you sound exhausted, I hope things ease up for you, as the last thing you need is any setbacks. Take care hun x
Leanne - Hope having your clips out went okay for you today! Try not to pick up the baby for as long as you can to start with. Tho I guess its difficult if your stuck there on your own when hubby is back at work. Just be careful not to strain yourself.
Caz - Pleased the meeting with your manager was`nt as bad as you feared. Sometimes we work ourselves up with worry; only to find it was less traumatic than we thought. Even so I guess your glad today is over with hun x
Sarah - Hope you enjoy the meal out this evening. x Don`t suppose your cold is getting any better for you, blessed germs. You think with all this worlds technology someone would invent a cure for the common cold :sigh:
Em - Pleased that you have come to join us on the bandits thread! You sound like your doing well so far. Half the problem is when our appetite starts returning and we forget to slow down when we eat, and the old habits creep back. Well done so far hun x
Neen - Well done on conquering your fear of the treadmill
Now you`ve located it, there will be no stopping you xHope you have all had a good day!
Love Kat x
mellyb28
Size 16 - yay!
Evening all, another reasonable day today, trying to fill up on my protein which seems to help cut down on the crap! Had around 1300 cals today.
Turns out the class I thought was Zumba was in fact Street dance, not sure that's my cup of tea tbh. So....I joined my local gym instead! For my monthly membership I can have unlimited access to the gym, all classes and the pool. My gym induction is booked for next Monday evening so there'll be no stopping me then! They do a couple of Zumba classes there too so I'll check those out as well.
Think I might be coming down with the dreaded lurgy too, I'm really tired so am off for an early night in a minute. Good night all x
Turns out the class I thought was Zumba was in fact Street dance, not sure that's my cup of tea tbh. So....I joined my local gym instead! For my monthly membership I can have unlimited access to the gym, all classes and the pool. My gym induction is booked for next Monday evening so there'll be no stopping me then! They do a couple of Zumba classes there too so I'll check those out as well.
Think I might be coming down with the dreaded lurgy too, I'm really tired so am off for an early night in a minute. Good night all x
piratess
New Member
Evening girls ...
I didnt but any slimfast today ... i decided i should really just be watching calorie intake i can do without spending extra money!...
Ive had an email from Healthier weight! .. who now do a payment plan! ... soooo im going to ring them tomorow and see what they offer! .. i cant get a bank loan due to not having a "dependable income" .. so this looks like i may be an option even if i can pursuade my OH and pay him each month ... who knows! ...
Im off early tonight, at my sons school tomorow they are doing dress up to make people laugh day so im attempting to make a big squishy nose, so he can wear it on his belly. .. ill get some photos in the morning ..
...I didnt but any slimfast today ... i decided i should really just be watching calorie intake i can do without spending extra money!...
Ive had an email from Healthier weight! .. who now do a payment plan! ... soooo im going to ring them tomorow and see what they offer! .. i cant get a bank loan due to not having a "dependable income" .. so this looks like i may be an option even if i can pursuade my OH and pay him each month ... who knows! ...
Im off early tonight, at my sons school tomorow they are doing dress up to make people laugh day so im attempting to make a big squishy nose, so he can wear it on his belly
. .. ill get some photos in the morning ..
Katkit1
Not going anywhere!
Think I found my new home
Great news Rache - Hope things soon settle down for you hun x
Love Kat x
