tranquil_butterfly
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You can but you need the form as it has a unique number to log onto the form. I need to get digging
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hi i am a newbie to this forum. i am due my band op on 27 april and i am obviously very nervous. i would love to lose 5 stone and anything more wod be a huge bonus. i have chose to get the band because its not as big op as the bypass. i am now concerned that people are struggling with the band? please tell me what the struggles are
tranquil_butterfly
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It is as much a 'struggle' as you make it really. Your provider will give you advice on what you should be eating pre-op and post op. There will be time for you to find the restriction that will help you to fully utilise your band - everyone will be different. You need to fully commit to making lifestyle choices - eating a well balanced diet and exercise are vital - as in any weight loss surgery.
The 'struggles' come in dealing with the issues that led to weight gain - and only you know what they are. They apply to anyone who is contemplating or has had weight loss surgery - not just to people who choose or are advised to have the band. You have to understand and come to terms with those. Any weight loss surgery is a tool. You have to be prepared to work with it.
Just my thoughts.
tranquil x
Katkit1
Not going anywhere!
Hi Maura - and :welcome2:
I think whatever surgery you have, you would have to work with it, whether it be a band, bypass, sleeve etc;
I would advise that you read as much as you can on the gastric band before having your operation. It will give you peace of mind and help you recognise that if you work with it, it can make a huge difference.
On the lap band threads on this forum we are working to help, support and encourage each other on a daily basis, those that want to can do a food diary to help them keep on track - with a weekly Saturday weigh-in.
You will also find that the people that have had a bypass or other surgery are offering the same sort of support.
The whole site is about befriending, guiding, supporting and helping each other, through the good and also more difficult times.
Most of us have had struggles of some kind whether related to the surgery or for other reasons, but we help each other through those times.
You will make a lot of new friends on here, as well as find lots of help and information.
Good Luck with your surgery hun and try not to worry x
Love Kat x
I think whatever surgery you have, you would have to work with it, whether it be a band, bypass, sleeve etc;
I would advise that you read as much as you can on the gastric band before having your operation. It will give you peace of mind and help you recognise that if you work with it, it can make a huge difference.
On the lap band threads on this forum we are working to help, support and encourage each other on a daily basis, those that want to can do a food diary to help them keep on track - with a weekly Saturday weigh-in.
You will also find that the people that have had a bypass or other surgery are offering the same sort of support.
The whole site is about befriending, guiding, supporting and helping each other, through the good and also more difficult times.
Most of us have had struggles of some kind whether related to the surgery or for other reasons, but we help each other through those times.
You will make a lot of new friends on here, as well as find lots of help and information.
Good Luck with your surgery hun and try not to worry xLove Kat x
Rache
looking for my mojo
Am going back to basics this week. Liquids today.
Need to see if my pouch is playing up or if I've just stopped listening to my body re feeling full.
Spoke to Jezabelle yesterday as she is with same provider and that will be something they recommend if I speak to them, so thought I would pre empt.
Wish me luck
Have a great day everyone xxx
Need to see if my pouch is playing up or if I've just stopped listening to my body re feeling full.
Spoke to Jezabelle yesterday as she is with same provider and that will be something they recommend if I speak to them, so thought I would pre empt.
Wish me luck
Have a great day everyone xxx
magicbeans
no longer obese!!
kel what a tough time...surprised u didnt knock the nurse out! haha.... i took my daughter in when she was 7 weeks as she had fever and they kept her in...obvioulsy wasnt prepared for that so had to ask them for aptamil ready to drink milk but the nurse was HORRIBLE..thankfully day staff were nicer but that was one of my worst nights ever...turned out to be just viral infection but as she was so young they just wanted to check.
TB i totally get u....reception staff seriously think they are medically qualified and they are the gate keepers! its a hassle getting past their arrogant backsides! making me rant as well! haha
hi maura...we can be band buddies!! i got mine on the 14th.....im super excited and would love to lose 5 stones as well....
TB i totally get u....reception staff seriously think they are medically qualified and they are the gate keepers! its a hassle getting past their arrogant backsides! making me rant as well! haha
hi maura...we can be band buddies!! i got mine on the 14th.....im super excited and would love to lose 5 stones as well....
piratess
New Member
Morning ....
Good luck with the fluids Rache
maura welcome ... ive not had my op yet but am going to have a band which is why i hang around here ... i look forward to hearing about your journey, i want to lose about 5 stone also ..
Well i had a little bit of a turn up over the weekend and am looking at it as a positive, My OH is mr logical ! .. over analyses everything to do with money, it is the only thing in life that worries him. Anyway i told him id been to the bank and they wouldnt let me have a loan due to not having a dependable income, anyway last night he started looking online on his bank to see what rates were available etc! .. Im not saying its a yes but for him to be doing this is a huge step forward ....
have a lovely day everyone xxx
.... Good luck with the fluids Rache
maura welcome
... ive not had my op yet but am going to have a band which is why i hang around here ... i look forward to hearing about your journey, i want to lose about 5 stone also ..Well i had a little bit of a turn up over the weekend and am looking at it as a positive, My OH is mr logical ! .. over analyses everything to do with money, it is the only thing in life that worries him. Anyway i told him id been to the bank and they wouldnt let me have a loan due to not having a dependable income, anyway last night he started looking online on his bank to see what rates were available etc! .. Im not saying its a yes but for him to be doing this is a huge step forward
.... have a lovely day everyone xxx
magicbeans
no longer obese!!
woohoo pirates...def a step in the right direction!
Neen
WLS Moderator
Welcome Maura!!!
Have a look at the banders weigh in hun, not much struggling going on there x
Hiya all!!!
It's Monday which means, crumpet , eye candy and beefcake is served !
And specially for TB this week, some George
Friends old and new , I hope we have a fanastic week xxxx
Have a look at the banders weigh in hun, not much struggling going on there x
Hiya all!!!
It's Monday which means, crumpet , eye candy and beefcake is served !
And specially for TB this week, some George
Friends old and new , I hope we have a fanastic week xxxx
Sarah Metcalf
New Member
Oh me oh my!
