Harmony6789
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19lb down now, well chuffed with that! Still in shock that my Dr put 700ml in my balloon! He must have thought i was a real pig or something!
Gastric Balloon
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Hi all
Well done Saffisue a size 14, thats great i can only dream of that at moment, clothes are starting to feel loose, so thats quite positive, I only lost 2lb this week, if i can do that every week it will be great cos it all adds up, maybe that size 14's not that far away. Thanks for your support.
I hope everyone is doing well and not to sick. Im off on my Holidays this week all inclusive so a bit worried about overeating, going with friends so just hoping they don't notice.
Bexsy
Well done Saffisue a size 14, thats great i can only dream of that at moment, clothes are starting to feel loose, so thats quite positive, I only lost 2lb this week, if i can do that every week it will be great cos it all adds up, maybe that size 14's not that far away. Thanks for your support.
I hope everyone is doing well and not to sick. Im off on my Holidays this week all inclusive so a bit worried about overeating, going with friends so just hoping they don't notice.
Bexsy
Plump Girl
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Hi All
It's good to hear from you.
Am I right in thinking that most people have lost about 20lb in 3 weeks? Is that the average weight loss? I know probably each individual is different but your results are very encouraging. I am having mine in 5 days and although I am excited (ie being the start of a new way of life) I am also scared of how well or otherwise I will feel but more importantly I am now worried that the balloon will not work on me!. I know it sounds silly but what if it doesn't? I suppose I need to work with it and it should all happen...
Also, as I know I will not feel like eating once the balloon is in, I have been over indulging a bit. Did you do the same? I know I shouldn't but...
PG
It's good to hear from you.
Am I right in thinking that most people have lost about 20lb in 3 weeks? Is that the average weight loss? I know probably each individual is different but your results are very encouraging. I am having mine in 5 days and although I am excited (ie being the start of a new way of life) I am also scared of how well or otherwise I will feel but more importantly I am now worried that the balloon will not work on me!. I know it sounds silly but what if it doesn't? I suppose I need to work with it and it should all happen...
Also, as I know I will not feel like eating once the balloon is in, I have been over indulging a bit. Did you do the same? I know I shouldn't but...
PG
I'm sorry if this is an age old question but..........I'm researching the gastric balloon bit and wondered what reason people had for choosing it above other methods. Im at least 2 stone overweight - having put on 2 stone over 2 years. At this rate I'll be 22 stone by the time I'm 60 and I dont fancy that! Whats the concensus? Good thing? Bad thing? Indifferent? Having read the back entries I'm wondering if being sick for 6 months is acceptable. Couldn't I just stick my fingers down my throat and save myself a few grand.? On the other hand - am I the only one who wakes up crying because I don't recognise the body I'm living in? A couple of the websites I've looked at have referred to the Gastric Balloon as being for 'temporary' weight loss. This isn't what I was after.....has anyone been through the 6 months and not put on weight again after. I'll stop ranting now................
sounds like we are all doing well girls - had my fist over indulgence at the weekend went to my boyfriends mums for dinner and so i didnt look like a sparrow i ate all my dinner . 2 hours later i was sick as sick could be ! it is just so hard to try and function outside of micro- portioned home. Work is ok as i just have soup but dreading a work social event. still i am 7.25 pound down now in 12 days so fingers crossed xProgressing on/Week 6
Hey guys. I tell everyone about my procedure. It helps me stay honest. People at my job and my family make sure I stick to my diet. They check me out to make sure the inches and pounds keep coming off. They encourage me and tell me how good I look. They watch what I eat and make suggestions about portion appropriate meals. They offer to partner up with me for exercise. I have lost 30 lbs (13.6 kgs) in five weeks. I have not weighted in this week. I am expecting no weight loss because I have increased my days of working out with weights and muscle weighs more than fat. I can't wear any of my pants, they are all to big. My nursing uniforms are all hanging very loosely right now. I am loving the results and feeling much healthier. I probably don't work as many days a week as everyone else so I have more recoup time. I hope everyone that's feeling lethargic feel better soon. I eat pretty much what I want just in small portions. Most American meals are three times too large to begin with. When I order out, I ask for a to-go tray and place 2/3 of my meal in the tray before I start eating. My family, friends and co-workers get a kick out of that. They also know that I love to watch them eat so here I am with my small portion and carry most of the conversation while they eat. I have stopped taking my nexium, I increased my fiber instead which helped with the bloating, constipation, acid reflux and gas pains.
Hey guys. I tell everyone about my procedure. It helps me stay honest. People at my job and my family make sure I stick to my diet. They check me out to make sure the inches and pounds keep coming off. They encourage me and tell me how good I look. They watch what I eat and make suggestions about portion appropriate meals. They offer to partner up with me for exercise. I have lost 30 lbs (13.6 kgs) in five weeks. I have not weighted in this week. I am expecting no weight loss because I have increased my days of working out with weights and muscle weighs more than fat. I can't wear any of my pants, they are all to big. My nursing uniforms are all hanging very loosely right now. I am loving the results and feeling much healthier. I probably don't work as many days a week as everyone else so I have more recoup time. I hope everyone that's feeling lethargic feel better soon. I eat pretty much what I want just in small portions. Most American meals are three times too large to begin with. When I order out, I ask for a to-go tray and place 2/3 of my meal in the tray before I start eating. My family, friends and co-workers get a kick out of that. They also know that I love to watch them eat so here I am with my small portion and carry most of the conversation while they eat. I have stopped taking my nexium, I increased my fiber instead which helped with the bloating, constipation, acid reflux and gas pains.
overweight_Pam
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HI everyone.
i have been reading everyone's posts over the last few days and i am THINKING about having a balloon fitted. I dont really know where to start looking though. I havent told anyone how im feeling at the moment as i feel everyone will think im a failure.
Just thought i would say "Hi" to everyone on here.
Pam
i have been reading everyone's posts over the last few days and i am THINKING about having a balloon fitted. I dont really know where to start looking though. I havent told anyone how im feeling at the moment as i feel everyone will think im a failure.
Just thought i would say "Hi" to everyone on here.
Pam
overweight_Pam
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I sat last night looking at the brochure and convinced myself that it is the right thing for me to do. Now i need to save the money to have it done and decide where to go to have it done.
Is there anyone here on the list had it done in a clinic/hospital in Scotland or North England?
I just feel so depressed over the whole weight thing now and i feel this may be my only way out.
Pam
Is there anyone here on the list had it done in a clinic/hospital in Scotland or North England?
I just feel so depressed over the whole weight thing now and i feel this may be my only way out.
Pam
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cindylouwho
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Hello everyone
I am new to this forum. Like a lot of you, I have tried every diet possible. I did lose 60 pounds in 2000 and have managed to keep most of it off. There is that 10-15 pounds I gain every summer and then every fall I pay a lot of money to lose it again. I really should lose 30 pounds thou. I live in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. The doctors won't do lapband because I don't have much to lose but suggest this balloon system. Regardless of how much to lose, it is still difficult. Have any of you heard about a minimum amount that you need to lose to qualify? I think I'll call the clinic tomorrow and get the ball rolling. Like most of you though, I do worry about 6 months down the road and sustaining the lifestyle change. the cost in Ontario is around $8000 for those of you were asking.
Hello everyone
I am new to this forum. Like a lot of you, I have tried every diet possible. I did lose 60 pounds in 2000 and have managed to keep most of it off. There is that 10-15 pounds I gain every summer and then every fall I pay a lot of money to lose it again. I really should lose 30 pounds thou. I live in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. The doctors won't do lapband because I don't have much to lose but suggest this balloon system. Regardless of how much to lose, it is still difficult. Have any of you heard about a minimum amount that you need to lose to qualify? I think I'll call the clinic tomorrow and get the ball rolling. Like most of you though, I do worry about 6 months down the road and sustaining the lifestyle change. the cost in Ontario is around $8000 for those of you were asking.
Harmony6789
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23lb down now in just over 4 weeks. I am pleased with that.
Still feeling sick every morning, sick occasionally when i eat too much the night before, still feeling a bit dehydrated as i cant seem to drink enough water, but generally ok!
Still feeling sick every morning, sick occasionally when i eat too much the night before, still feeling a bit dehydrated as i cant seem to drink enough water, but generally ok!
Thanks Mahnaz for that post - the air filled balloon sounds interesting. If this reduces the sickness then I think it's worth a look. I'm really concerned about the prospect of vomiting my way to the correct weight - I'm particularly worried about Harmony's comment about not being able to drink enough water.
Plump Girl
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Hi
I have just had the balloon inserted on Saturday. I must say that the procedure is rather unpleasant and on Saturday I felt dreadful questionning what was I thinking about when I decided to have this done!! I expected the worst day to be yesterday (ie one day after the balloon insertion) but I was rather surprised that all in all I was sick only a couple of times on Saturday and once yesterday. Anyway, today I feel much better and I have managed to eat some yogurt. I guess I have been lucky so far as I have hardly been sick. We'll see how I progress with losing the weight!
PG
I have just had the balloon inserted on Saturday. I must say that the procedure is rather unpleasant and on Saturday I felt dreadful questionning what was I thinking about when I decided to have this done!! I expected the worst day to be yesterday (ie one day after the balloon insertion) but I was rather surprised that all in all I was sick only a couple of times on Saturday and once yesterday. Anyway, today I feel much better and I have managed to eat some yogurt. I guess I have been lucky so far as I have hardly been sick. We'll see how I progress with losing the weight!
PG
Hi chin up i didnt get out of bed for three weeks and i cried and cried after the 2nd week my husband was so worried he said i should have it taken out but i didnt i am still having bad days but i just get on the scales and smile also my new size 14 jeans are a bit big now so all the sickness is worth it
i am thinking of starting a dance class and i have started walking a bit
chin up and think positive i know its very hard sometimes but this website is a lifeline im sure if i didnt find it i would have had the balloon out after two weeks
positive things happen to positive people
sue
i am thinking of starting a dance class and i have started walking a bit
chin up and think positive i know its very hard sometimes but this website is a lifeline im sure if i didnt find it i would have had the balloon out after two weeks
positive things happen to positive people
sue
Harmony6789
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Not impressed with myself the last 2 days. My balloon seems to be very comfortable all of a sudden, and i am eating alot more. Gotta reel it in!
i am finding the peppermint tea helps a little bit - i guess i was quite lucky to begin with maybe it is just playing up now to pay me back xxweegiegirl
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Balloon procedure tomorrow...
Hi - it is so good to read some of these stories. I have my balloon insertion tomorrow and I'm extremely apprehensive. I haven't told anyone that I am getting it done so really want to talk about it with others that have gone through the same thing. My boyfriend works away from home for weeks so am hoping I can somehow get away with it! I'm going to tell people that I am on a very strict diet, which is true. I feel embarassed that it has come to this - that I have so completely lost control of my eating. I feel that once I get that back I will never let it go again and get to this point. I'm so depressed about my weight I have stopped going out with my friends and I used to be really sociable. I really hope this works....
Hi - it is so good to read some of these stories. I have my balloon insertion tomorrow and I'm extremely apprehensive. I haven't told anyone that I am getting it done so really want to talk about it with others that have gone through the same thing. My boyfriend works away from home for weeks so am hoping I can somehow get away with it! I'm going to tell people that I am on a very strict diet, which is true. I feel embarassed that it has come to this - that I have so completely lost control of my eating. I feel that once I get that back I will never let it go again and get to this point. I'm so depressed about my weight I have stopped going out with my friends and I used to be really sociable. I really hope this works....
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Hi Weegiegirl hope your op went well & your feeling ok, stay positive.
Just got back from an all inclusive holiday was shocked by how much i was able to eat, tried to be good, but balloon seems to be feeling really comfortable at moment feel like im eating as much as normal though im sure i can't be, my weight has stayed the same didn't lose or put on so was quite pleased with that. Will have to try harder now & start exercising think thats the key. Hope your all doing will, would be good to hear how much you've all lost now to help me get back on track.
bexsy
Hi Weegiegirl hope your op went well & your feeling ok, stay positive.
Just got back from an all inclusive holiday was shocked by how much i was able to eat, tried to be good, but balloon seems to be feeling really comfortable at moment feel like im eating as much as normal though im sure i can't be, my weight has stayed the same didn't lose or put on so was quite pleased with that. Will have to try harder now & start exercising think thats the key. Hope your all doing will, would be good to hear how much you've all lost now to help me get back on track.
bexsy
Harmony6789
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Totally agree Bexsy, my balloon is now comfortable, and i am eating far too much. I didnt loose anything this week.
I have to start eating sensibly, but i find dieting so hard. Thats why i had a balloon???
Really peed off
I have to start eating sensibly, but i find dieting so hard. Thats why i had a balloon???
Really peed off
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