No Lap Band Refund Needed for me - pics of my long 7 year band journey!

NanaB.
on 7/9/12 9:30 am

I've learned over the years there is NO perfect weight loss surgery, ONLY a perfect surgery THAT fit each individual lifestyle, what works for ME, may not work for YOU.

I've gained some weight back, I don't have much saline in my band right now , got an unfill last year due to reflux and coughing from eating too much on a restricted band, and I am awaiting to get a fill in the next few weeks, (I put if off coz I am going to Vegas this week

, still living and loving life at 7 years) Am I worried about gaining weight back? Nope because I have a good functioning band installed in by body that is waiting to get filled back up to help me -- If I did not have and Adjustable restriction at 7 years I would be doomed!

Me when my weight problem really began 1997

Me in Egypt with my ex husband of 12 years getting fatter and fatter! On a horse at the pyramids!

March 2005

July 2005 size 26

February 2006 down 40 pounds

Feb 2006

July 2006 down 60 pounds

My lap band after I suffered my first issue of being too tight in 2006 after one year post op, a unfill and rest period and my pouch reset itself to normal, no more problems since. Perfect lap band still at 7 years.

August 2006 after 90 pounds lost

2007 My first size 10 dress

I officially became of photo "*****" my first size 10 dress!

My first size 8 dress I was in shock!

My first size 8 dress! I was in shock! 2008

My Diva Pic! 4 years post op 2009
March1809.jpg March1809

I maintained this size for about 5 years with no problems!Then the hormonal issues started and I got off track!

My wedding in 2010

And now here I am 7 years later enjoying life with my new hubby post lap band and some weight gain, but I am still happy that I got the band...and my band has given me many chances throughout the years to get back on track!

Are you overall Happy with your Band and want a postive environment to stay on track? Join us and become a member of our Happy Lap Band Group Keep it bookmarked! http://www.obesityhelp.com/group/Happy_Successful_Banders/

Wendybrum
on 7/9/12 2:48 pm - Oceanside, NY

you look amazing
wendy

NanaB.
on 7/10/12 12:19 am

Thank you!

Are you overall Happy with your Band and want a postive environment to stay on track? Join us and become a member of our Happy Lap Band Group Keep it bookmarked! http://www.obesityhelp.com/group/Happy_Successful_Banders/

faithgirl140
on 7/10/12 3:12 am

Hi Nana you look marvelous! I have had my band 4 years this month. I am down 85 lbs. I went from a 24 to a 14. I am happy but I would love to lose about 25 more lbs. I am getting a fill after vac. What new things can I eat? I am so tired of the same stuff. When I get that fill I will be limited to what I can eat. Any suggestions? I have had bad cravings and I have been able to eat way to much lately. I need that fill. I haven't had one in a years time. Tell me what to eat to get to losing again. Thanks for your positive support on this board. It has been so ugly and discouraging to read some of peoples posts. I keep coming back because this board helped me when I was freshly banded. Good luck my happy bandsters! Thanks So MUCH Renea

NanaB .
on 7/10/12 4:45 am

Hey sweetie, join us in the "happy band group" we are growing, there are too many mean spirited women on this forum and the advice I will give you, I would rather do it privately in our group.

Hopefully more will start posting! You are right there are a lot of ugliness and mean, you will get all the support you need over there.

Keep this link to our group book marked so you can easily access it.

http://www.obesityhelp.com/group/Happy_Successful_Banders/di scussion/

Original Lap Band * 9/30/2005 * 4cc 10cm band*, lost 130 pounds. 7 Great years!

Revision surgery to AP small lap band *11/13/2012*, due to large hiatal hernia. I am hopeful about continuing my band journey uneventful and successful. I loved what my old band did for me and I am looking forward for my new band to Keep my weight down

Margo F.
on 7/11/12 3:58 am

Hi...I am new to this forum. I asked to join your group but I have not gotten any reply back. Do you have certain requirements to join?

c_cubed
on 7/10/12 6:06 am

OK Hot Momma!

Show what ya got!!

NanaB .
on 7/10/12 10:02 pm

Original Lap Band * 9/30/2005 * 4cc 10cm band*, lost 130 pounds. 7 Great years!

Revision surgery to AP small lap band *11/13/2012*, due to large hiatal hernia. I am hopeful about continuing my band journey uneventful and successful. I loved what my old band did for me and I am looking forward for my new band to Keep my weight down

JUSTJUNQUIES
on 7/10/12 9:46 am - Citrus Heights, CA

RNY on 04/04/12

We were banded about the same time and I remember your post being very helpful.
I am Happy for you that things have worked out well , in the band and marriage department !!

Donna Q. --5'8" -60 years old
Band 2005
hw320 sw276 lw with band 195 gw 160-180?
Bypass 4/4/2012
pre sw 258 lw RNY 162 cw 203

NanaB .
on 7/10/12 10:04 pm

Thanks! I remember you too! Long time, I see you revised to the bypass, I know that was a big decision for you, I've had many friends over the years revised, I am wishing you much success and a uneventful journey!

Original Lap Band * 9/30/2005 * 4cc 10cm band*, lost 130 pounds. 7 Great years!

Revision surgery to AP small lap band *11/13/2012*, due to large hiatal hernia. I am hopeful about continuing my band journey uneventful and successful. I loved what my old band did for me and I am looking forward for my new band to Keep my weight down

No Lap Band Refund Needed for me - pics of my long 7 year band journey!

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