New Member

 i just joined today.  I am 4 years post op as of March 26 of this year.  I need to get back on track as I have gained 20 pounds.  I am hoping for some tips and support from others who have had the same experences.

Hi,
the most difficult thing is getting back on track. I really messed up the first time and burst my staples. I was lucky and had  the operation again last year.
Is there a group near where you live that you could join? Or get rid of all the "bad" food from the house and start a diary. One put what you eat in it and two put down how you are feeling that day. Also how about buying something a size too small that you could hang up outside your wardrobe.

Hi Gail,
Nice name (that is my middle name   Thanks for the tips.  I especially like the idea of the smaller size outfit.
As for a support group, I had a really horrible experience with the one in my town.  To make a very long story short, I got no support because I was a "foreigner"  I went throug the surgery with no support except my husband.  I stayed away even from OH for about 3 years but decided to give it another try.  I am hoping that this group will help me develop the tools that I need to get back on the right track.
Pam

WELCOME, T   You've come to the right place.  I hope you find this site as helpful as I have.  I, too, am 4 yrs+ out from my lap band surgery.  About two years out I gained 30-35 pounds.  I struggled up and down and then I found this group.  They are, without doubt, the most caring, supportive, understanding, accepting and positive group of folks I've every found.  It's like a family - a family I chose.  So you are now part of the family as well.   Yesterday I say my surgeon for a check-up and was thrilled beyond words because I have reached 100% of my goal (lost one of me - weighed 110 and lost 110) and am MAINTAINING for the first time in my life.  I know I could not have gotten back/stayed on track without this group

Many of us found that reviewing the guidelines Cathy has provided at the top of our discussion page was very helpful in spelling out exactly what we need to be doing to use our tool of wls to be successful.  Posting daily on the Cardio & Cafe thread is a food step in being accountable.  There's the BOTT 911 thread to reach out for those particularly pesky days.

Please post often, let us know how we can be helpful and thank you so much for allowing us to share your journey.  Welcome to The Family

Tpandk7777,
Just wanted to wish you a warm welcome to BOTT!
You can get that weight off, read through the previous posts and follow Cathy's tips on getting back on track.  Make sure that you post on Cardio/Cafe, it really helps to plan out your daily meals.
Deb

 We're all here for the same reason! Pesky little regains!  Just by reaching out you are getting back on track!

Happy weekend to all ... and take care of YOU!