newbie here, had lap band from hell for 11 years, now revising to bypass :)

hi everyone, 

im new here, im 34 married mum to 4 daughters, had lapband surgery 11 years ago which was hell from start to finish, had it removed 8 weeks ago and now waiting for a bypass, :)

Welcome! So sorry to hear of all your past problems. Congratulations on your choice to continue your WLS journey. Good Luck!!

Glad to hear your crap band is gone! I know some people have great results with it, but it seems that many, many people don't.

Welcome to the world of the bypassers! Come say hello on the RNY boards when you get a chance. I especially recommend the "What's on the menu today RNYers" thread for inspiration and support.

Hello Pam. I am new here as well and came across your response to someone else. You recommended the "What's on the Menu Today RNYers" thread. I am in DESPERATE need of support and inspiration. I initially lost 138 lbs and was so proud of my self. Somehow around the dreadful holidays I found a way to cheat and not dump. Since then, I have gained 18 lbs back and you can really see it. I refuse to buy bigger clothes, and I am determined not to let my food addiction to control me. Can you please provide me with the link of the forum/thread you referred to? It would be greatly appreciated.Thank you SO much! Have a good evening... ~amt

Hi, amtrotta! I'm sorry I didn't see this post sooner. I've send you a PM, but will also post the info here in case other people can use it.

The What's on the Menu thread is put up daily, so the link to it will change on a daily basis. Here's a link to the RNY forum, though, where that particular thread gets posted. Just look for previous days threads to get an idea what people are eating, and then watch for the new one each day. Jump in with your menu and your comments, I think you'll find it a safe space to work through your questions!

Also, have you checked into the Back on Track Together group? They're very active, and may be just the place for you to get some additional help from the perspective of regain.

Good luck, and keep us posted!

Welcome!  Their are lots of us on this forum who have had a revision from the Crap Band to RNY and the Sleeve.  I lived with the Band for 7 years and am now thrilled with my RNY and would do it over again in a heartbeat!  Hope you decide to hang out here and share.  Good luck with your surgery!