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Topic: HAY NEWBE ON BOARD..
My name is Melissa and Iam 29 years old, I am having the lapband and I will have my 4th dieation appt this month, I have 2 more to go after that. I am scared. What scares me most is having me insurane back down like I had happened 6 years ago, that hurt me alot. I am trying to do everything they tell me to, somedays are better than others. I am married and want lots of babys and I am hopeing the lapband will help me with that.
Topic: RE: I'm new...
Thanks for telling us a little about yourself. All you are feeling is so normal. Fear, excitement, peoples reaction. It IS amazing how much food is a part of almost everything we do. Not having food be the center or a very important part of what we do does change things not just for us but others as well. It does get better. I had RNY 12-21-09. It was the best choice for me. I've lost 75 pounds, 30+ inches. I feel so much better. My diabetes is gone, arthritis is better, sleep apnea better, not taking cholesterol med any longer.
Do you have good family/friend support? Have you gotten your protein fluid choices at home ready to go? Your taste buds/smell changes and things you like now you may not like after surgery. Don't buy a whole bunch of anything til after the surgery and you know you'll like it.
Your emotions will go all over the place. You will wonder "what have I done to myself?" I asked that daily up to about week 9-10. You may cry, be depressed or angry? I had to grieve my connection to food. It has gotten so much better.
I will pray for you, if that okay.
Hugs new friend,
Annie
Do you have good family/friend support? Have you gotten your protein fluid choices at home ready to go? Your taste buds/smell changes and things you like now you may not like after surgery. Don't buy a whole bunch of anything til after the surgery and you know you'll like it.
Your emotions will go all over the place. You will wonder "what have I done to myself?" I asked that daily up to about week 9-10. You may cry, be depressed or angry? I had to grieve my connection to food. It has gotten so much better.
I will pray for you, if that okay.
Hugs new friend,
Annie
Topic: I'm new...
I'm new....
I think that's become my new motto of late. I'm 30 years old and my RNY surgery is coming up in 9 days. I'm currently consuming Optifast and suplementing that with broth, jello and gum. My dog is starting to look like a very yummy food source LOL. In all honesty, I do I am struggling with the Optifast - not just with the feelings of hunger and general lack of energy, but what I find difficult are people's response to the Optifast and how uncomfortable they are with my new lifestyle. It truly surprises me how much socialization revolves around food and when someone is not able to participate in that socialization, it becomes an issue.
I am nervous about the surgery. I worry about the impact it will have on my life. I worry that my diabetes will not be cured (which is my primary reason for the surgery). I think today may be an off day in general. I've been told this is fairly normal before the surgery. I hope so. LOL.
I think that's become my new motto of late. I'm 30 years old and my RNY surgery is coming up in 9 days. I'm currently consuming Optifast and suplementing that with broth, jello and gum. My dog is starting to look like a very yummy food source LOL. In all honesty, I do I am struggling with the Optifast - not just with the feelings of hunger and general lack of energy, but what I find difficult are people's response to the Optifast and how uncomfortable they are with my new lifestyle. It truly surprises me how much socialization revolves around food and when someone is not able to participate in that socialization, it becomes an issue.
I am nervous about the surgery. I worry about the impact it will have on my life. I worry that my diabetes will not be cured (which is my primary reason for the surgery). I think today may be an off day in general. I've been told this is fairly normal before the surgery. I hope so. LOL.
Topic: RE: jus****ched hospitals emmi program online
thanks. i completely understand where you're coming from. and talking is helping me so much.
Topic: RE: jus****ched hospitals emmi program online
Hi Sara,
For me writing & talking about my feelings & fears helped alot. I think the more I read and talked with different folks the more I realized how normal it is to feel what I was feeling. Come back often and tell us how you are. For me this has been one of the best things I've done for myself. I kept and keep telling myself this is for the best health I can have. Yes, I want to look better and that is fun but it really has to be about health. This helps me now make the right food choices. I'm praying for you if that okay.
Hugs
Annie
For me writing & talking about my feelings & fears helped alot. I think the more I read and talked with different folks the more I realized how normal it is to feel what I was feeling. Come back often and tell us how you are. For me this has been one of the best things I've done for myself. I kept and keep telling myself this is for the best health I can have. Yes, I want to look better and that is fun but it really has to be about health. This helps me now make the right food choices. I'm praying for you if that okay.
Hugs
Annie
Topic: RE: New to Group
I'm glad you found Life-Starts. Thanks for telling us about yourself. It's great your experience has been a good one and that you have awesome support. I had RNY 12-21-09, so I'm 5+ months out. I've lost 75 pounds and 30 inches. I feel very good. I still have times where food just doesn't settle well, a bit of nausea from time to time but I'm very glad I had the surgery.
I agree, it is frustrating but wonderful to have to trade out clothes so often. I have not seen the 100's on the scale for many years.
My husband, family & friends have been very supportive and encouraging. I go to a couple of WLS support groups and visit OH every day. It has been helpful for me. I love meeting new folks and getting new recipes. Have a wonderful weekend. Here in Colorado it is rainy and cloudy. I miss the sun today.
Have a fun & restful weekend.
Hugs
Annie
I agree, it is frustrating but wonderful to have to trade out clothes so often. I have not seen the 100's on the scale for many years.
My husband, family & friends have been very supportive and encouraging. I go to a couple of WLS support groups and visit OH every day. It has been helpful for me. I love meeting new folks and getting new recipes. Have a wonderful weekend. Here in Colorado it is rainy and cloudy. I miss the sun today.
Have a fun & restful weekend.
Hugs
Annie
Topic: RE: I think I have given up on night time eating
Thanks Susan!!! You look wonderful! 
Keep up the good work and congrats on 77 pounds!!!
Hugs,
Molly
Topic: RE: I think I have given up on night time eating
I think many people deal with this situation; I know I do! I found a great recipe on the box of S/F jello that is light and filling. I usually make this 2x a week and have enough for every night. Take 1 box of s/f jello (any flavor you like), stir in 3/4 c boiling water; stir until dissolved. Pour into blender; combine 1/2 c cold water and enough ice to make 1 1/4 cups and add to blender. Blend for 30 seconds. Add 1/2 cup Lite (or Fat Free) Cool Whip and blend until smooth. Pour into 4 cups and refrigerate for 20-30 mins. I can eat this every night and not feel guilty and I even put a little extra Cool Whip on top. It is very good.
Susan Hayes 
Topic: New to Group
Hello; I am not new to OH, but I am new to LifeStarts and I am looking forward to getting to know the members and to sharing stories, ups and downs. I am now 17 weeks out from RNY and have lost 87.2 lbs and I feel fantastic! There were no complications with the surgery and I am at the point where I am eating pretty much anything; very slowly and smaller portions of course. I can't believe the energy I have and how fast I am growing out of my clothes. It is actually kind of frustrating because I can't wait to be able to get into clothes that I haven't been able to wear for years and when I do, I can only wear them for a short time. But that is a frustration I can live with! I have been married for 27 years (come July 1) and my DH has been absolutely wonderful throughout this whole experience. He is so supporitive as are my children, extended family and co-workers. I have been overweight most of my life although not really to the extreme until I got married. I think I was 240 when I got married so my hubby has never seen me below that weight; so that is something for him and I to look forward to!
Susan Hayes
Topic: RE: jus****ched hospitals emmi program online
wow! i thought i didnt make sense for wanting to write those same letters, i feel so much better. i'm glad i've found everyone for support and information. i feel better after watching the video a second time but the breathing tube freaks me out. i am writing an autobiography and plan to track my journey through it as well. i really want the surgery but it is scary. but i think i'd feel the same way about no regrets after a point. i think its great you've lost so much weight. i am to the point of total embarassment. i barely fit the clothes even the plus size store sells, cant fit into booths at restaraunts and people "notice" me when i walk in a room. im doing better about my self esteem but i know things need to change not just emotionally but in all areas of my life.
