All alone!!

[Sparkler513]

Hi everyone! I found this forum searching on google. I've kind of been doing this on my own, and dont really know anyone else whose had the band or i can relate to. I feel like my wightloss is slow, but i was hoping to hear how others are doing. I guess i just looking for support and friends who actaully can understand what I am going through. It hard enough being a fulltime college student and a woman, never mind this whole other huge part of my life i cant realy share with anyone. So hows is everyones life with the bad? anyone near Boston?

With love - Amber

[kellyo]

Hi everyone! I found this forum searching on google. I've kind of been doing this on my own, and dont really know anyone else whose had the band or i can relate to. I feel like my wightloss is slow, but i was hoping to hear how others are doing. I guess i just looking for support and friends who actaully can understand what I am going through. It hard enough being a fulltime college student and a woman, never mind this whole other huge part of my life i cant realy share with anyone. So hows is everyones life with the bad? anyone near Boston?

With love - Amber

Hi, Amber!

I'm no where near Boston (I'm in Kansas), but I can say I really enjoy and appreciate this forum. It's nice to have a place to come for info and support. I haven't been long on the forum myself, but WELCOME, from one newbie to another!

My banding was last Friday, 3/16. Things seem to be going quite well, and I'm feeling good. Still have to pace myself a bit.....that is, by the end of the day, I am pooped. But, I'm trying to listen to my body and give it what it needs.

So, best wishes to you, Amber!

Kelly

[KathyTravels]

Amber,

You are not alone. Look at all of the people on this forum! I got my band about a year ago and I have lost almost 100lbs at this point. Someday, not too far in the future, you will too. My weight loss seemed to come slower then I expected but now I'm glad. My skin is shrinking as I lose weight, my energy level is great and I have so much more confidence in myself.

As far as being alone, My husband and I just moved to Bangkok, Thailand - I have been here one week. I'm looking to the computer forums as a form of support for this issue. I also took a different approach then most seem to be taking. I told people what I had done if they asked me how I was losing the weight. I have found almost everyone to be supportive and positive about the whole thing. Before I left my job, I had several girl friends that would call me up almost everyday to see if I wanted to share a lunch with them. My husband always walks with me to show his support (he has lost over 30lbs just helping me). I have spoken to 8 or 9 people who are looking for help with their weight to tell them about the surgery and why I decided to get banded rather than going with bypass.

Remember - You are never alone unless you choose to be.

Good luck,

Kathy

[Kris_TX]

As far as being alone, My husband and I just moved to Bangkok, Thailand -

Kathy

I moved to Cancun, Mexico about 5 months ago (solo) and have definitely felt the absence of a local "support system"...but, this site is great for encouragement, support, general questions, or whatever you need.

Stupid Hurricane Wilma...if not for her, Dr. Ortiz might still be in Cancun!

Seriously though...I've only lost 50 lbs in the first year and have felt like my weight loss is slow. But, I also know that I'm not doing everything I should be to promote weight loss. The thing is though...I'm still 50 lbs lighter than I was this time last year and the great thing is that it is 50 lbs that are NEVER GOING TO COME BACK!!!! The rest of the weight loss will come...the rest is up to me.

Good Luck!

[princess71]

[Amber, you're not alone. i'm from boston!! just got banded last 2 weeks ago in TJ - by the greatest Dr. Ortiz!!

how are you doing so far?

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[Clynn]

Welcome aboard!

If you're feeling isolated you should get in touch with your local lap-band doctor to see if they know of any support groups in your area. They are immensely helpful and I highly recommend them!