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after having my lap band surgery at southcoastlapband for almost a year, I've lost 90 lbs. I've tried countless diet methods but the weight never gone for good. lap band changed my life!
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6 months later and I've lost 77 lbs after my lap band surgery. It's not easy and I still fight my demons daily. But my diabetes is better, my HA1c is down to 6.5 and my blood pressure and cholesterols are at a normal level. I plan a weekly cheat as taught in my nutrition claqsses and I'm headed to a workshop this evening for some more support. but I'm doing it. I've NEVER lasted this long before.
I had a band put in over a year ago and am 80lbs down and feeling great.. i hope i look as good as you do when i get to my goal..you look great and well done on all your hard work.. i know how hard it is, lapband is definitly not the easy way out!! keep up the good work hun xx
I had a band put in over a year ago and am 80lbs down and feeling great.. i hope i look as good as you do when i get to my goal..you look great and well done on all your hard work.. i know how hard it is, lapband is definitly not the easy way out!! keep up the good work hun xx
no one gives a fuck what any of you negative commentators have to say.. do you think your stupid comments about how looking at weight loss as something great is bad will change anyone's mind.. cause last time i checked losing weight so you WONT FUCKING DIE is amazing, it helps the person mentally and physically... so go comment something else and HOPE you touch someone's life.. fuckin loser, let her be happy and proud
I'm sorry about the eating disorder. I feel like people are overly concerned about appearance. Positive attention from losing weight in the face of negative attention from being overweight is probably addictive. While it's nice to get support for weight loss, that's what all of your interaction with people becomes about and that's dangerous too. There's more to a person than weight - anorexia and bulimia and prejudice against body fat are just 2 sides to the spectrum of false priorities.
girl you look gorgous I am thinking about the lapband surgery as well 245 pounds I am at right now I want to lose 100 pound to look like what i did 17 yrs ago
great job hun..i really hope u are keeping it off and in a healthier way than you did losing it (according to what u put in the info bar up top)...long hard journey tho i cant imagine it was easy ...bless u and hope you keep healthy!! :)
Darling you look wonderful. I am 113kg and havce just decided to get a lap band. I will put my journey up on you tube. You look wonderful I am sure it was still difficult but you got there ... go girl
Great video...the song really got to me...and seeing your results is amazing. I got my surgery in two weeks...and very inspirational to see how hard you worked and how well it's paid off. Thanks for sharing...
Wow... I am seriously looking into getting the lap band. You picutres brought tears to my eyes. I can not imagine your journey. You look great, you have a spark in your step. How is it keeping it off.. that is my concern...
at 1:44 you look SOOO pretty! Congrats on the loss, and I've been through AN/BN as well as now just starting the LapBand process. It's a hard road but you make it look good. I hope you're addressing your issues and getting yourself well both physically and emotionally :-)
Congratulations!! I am sure you are proud of yourself. You had a pretty face prior to surgery and a gorgeous face after. You look amazing. I am having the surgery Jan.15th in NYC, And I am looking forward to getting my life back. You and sooo many other people on youtube are an insiration to me right now. Thgank you for sharing and I looking ahead to the day when I will post my video on my success.
You are GORGEOUS!! Before and after, but after you have such a glow.... inspiring completely :D I hate, hate to ask... but could you even just message me what your starting weight was- I looking for people who were as close to the weight I am now when they started... Everybody is different I just wanted an idea of how long it might take different people to get get to their goal weight. I have researched this surgery for years and am still too terrified to even go to a meeting. Hugs,Jenny
Gotta love when people think they have the answers and give you their "educated" opinion on your life! People don't get that having WLS is NOT "taking the easy way out". Going through something like that is extremely trying on you mentally, emotionally, and physically. Yes, the LAP-BAND limits the amount you eat, but that's the whole idea of it! I am looking into getting the surgery myself, I am scared but unwavering. Congrats on your journey, you look AMAZING!!
People need to understand that what makes you lose weight is not the AMOUNT of food you eat, but the QUALITY of the food. And if anyone would have some common sense, a band around the stomach only take cares of how much you eat, not what you eat. I am sure you changed your diet as well after you had the surgery (less fats, less calories, and so on). Well, guess what, you could have done that without a lap band. It's called the placebo effect. The band triggered your mind, not your body :)
I'm willing to bet that close to 100% if not 100% of obese people have one or more eating disorders and while those need to be addressed,(and if you read about her under her pic she admits to falling into bulimia/anorexia even after having the band- We can eat all the salads we want BUT what about the cake we have hidden in our room? Food triggers our mind and body, not the band. Go to a food addiction meeting. Go to a WLS meeting before talking about something you don't know :)
I am sure that some people have some other psychological problems besides just wanting to eat crappy food. However, when at 3:30pm I see the kids coming out of the high school 3 blocks from where I live, and 80% of them are from overweight to very obese, it's hard to think "Oh poor kids, it's not their fault"...
You obviously know nothing about weightloss surgery! And since you dont we will give you a pass! Maybe you should google it and find out how important the quaility of food is, and how the band will do the rest. I am not trying to sound rude or disrespectful, its just that people need to be educated on this, so if in the future a close friend of yours is over weight, and instead of dying of being overweight and failing, she can live with the lapband! Thank you...
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Amazing.... You look fabulous. I'm almost a year out, and 75lbs down. I can't wait to reach goal. Thank you for the great video. It was truly inspiring.
wierd same here 6"2, large framed and beens tuck at 270 for the last year . im gonna get it done, i was scared shitless to but theres nothing worse then walking around ashamed of who you are.
I'm in the process of getting the lapband... and cant wait! I'm having trouble with my insurance... waiting for approval. any suggestions from anyone? You look great, talk about inspiration ;)
hi my name is Jackeline and im getting the lap-band surgery soon..im exited but im also worry, im 16 and i weight 210 pounds and i would like to know how long it takes to see the results ?
If you eat foods that promote elasticity and work out every day your skin will bounce back in shape. but what from Ive heard there is going to be extra skin no matter what you do. And it depends on how much you need to lose.
I too had this done and it is not easy at all but ever so rewarding! It's not magic as some people think but takes a lot of determination and....fills! lol
I seriously bawled my eyes out watching this. I had the lapband surgery at age 16 and I'm now 19, I have only lost around 70 lbs so far, I feel like a complete failure, and this video just shows how much is out of reach for me because of my own shortcomings.
Beautiful!! While viewing your video I found myself reading some of the posts listed above. Messunderstood wrote that she cried uncontrollably and I wondered why. Then I scrolled back up and saw more of your pics which included your size changing from about 300lbs to 150lbs...then I cried. Congratulations and I pray that you are doing very well.
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Hello! Your video is very nice, You're beautiful, although, it is a bit sad, that you had to go for lap band to loose weight. This is like taking easier way to ged rid of fat, but also surprisingly very dangerous too... I was size 18, thanks to hard work and good diet i'm 12 now, and still go down, without risking my life. good luck.xx
Weight loss surgery is NOT taking the easy way out at all. It takes a lot of hard work, commitment, dedication, and inner strength. Its a lifestyle change and it eliminates many debilitating illness like pseudotumor cerebi, diabetes type 2, high blood pressure, high cholesterol etc. For u to insinuate its not hard work is just rude and ignorant. If it was just about eating right and exercise no 1 would be obese, its about much much more & if you did any kind of research you would realize that.
@BRITTwith2tees I agree with you that it's not the easy way out (it's risky in a way conventional weight loss and exercise isn't), but I disagree that if it was about eating right and exercising that no one would be obese. For the majority of people (not all), I do believe that is precisely what it is about. Those things are really difficult - just as hard as diet and exercise post-op or even harder, because progress is slower. People are unwilling to try everything, such as vegetarianism.
@MachineAmbition I have friends that are strick vegetarians, yet they are still overweight. It's not about being a vegetarian, nor does that guarentee that I will lose all the weight that I need / want to.
@MachineAmbition weight loss surgery is a tool for people who HAVE tried to loss weight through diet and exercise and cannot get there from that alone.....being morbidly overweight is actually a disease and is the #2 killer only second to smoking! Just looking at it from a medical stand point. Facts are facts.....for some people they need the tool to help them loss weight
@BRITTwith2tees Amen to that! I had lap band surgry 2 weeks ago. I am diligently following my diet and learning to exercise. I can't do 30 minutes at one time yet, but I'll get there. I did it because of a bunch of health problems and I;m looking forward to saying good-bye to them!
@CelticLady44 my wife has just been approved for lap band, i'll have her to "ping you " for any advice, i love her so much and i'm so proud of her for making this decision CelticLady44 "stay the course" I'm proud of you to
The lapband is actually the safest weight loss surgery. It CERTAINLY isn't the easy way out, so please don't say such things unless you have walked a mile in our shoes. =] No disrespect to you =]
I first saw your video the day before I had my lapband placed in Novemebr of 07 and I cried uncontollably seeing what COULD happen for me as well. Well, 16 months later i'm 80 pounds less woman than I was and I still come see this video every couple of months for inspiration. Oh yeah, I still cry but now it's for joy!
Getting the lapband or having gastric bypass is not the easy way out.. I mean personally, I'm not saying this to offend you or anything but sometimes people can't lose weight on diet and exercise alone. Sometimes it goes way above that. I have Diabetes and it prevents me from losing weight. So please think about what your saying before you post something like this again because you may offend a lot more people in the long run. Sorry if I sound mean, I don't mean to =)
You came along way!!! i have gone through that,and after having my kids i regained 100lbs. Your video is inspirational, and remindes me of what i went through to lose weight the first time around and that i will go through again,
Congrats!!! you look amazing and you deserved it@@!!
I am sorry that you are going with what you have to deal with on a daily basis with Anorexia/bulemia. I see people saying congrats, but I wanted to also say I'm sorry you are dealing with what you are/were (seeing this is old...I don't think that ever goes away does it?)
Anyway, very nice video. TY for sharing part of your life with us.
thats amazing...im going to a seminar for lap band...did u have lose skin after you lost the weight? and what did your stretch marks look like afterwards..if you had any.
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Hi... I don't know who said you are fat, but screw them. You are a child of God, and you are beautiful. I couldn't even finish watching your video. If you want to lose weight, do it for yourself, not some loser/hater. You are beautiful. MY opinion. Joe.
I am interested in getting the lapband done but I am scared. If you or anyone has good advise please pass it on to me. I really need an outside view on the pros and cons
I am three day's out of surgery, watching your video is making it easier to go through the pain the nausea and the just feeling of not having any energy. You look great!!!!!
OMG.....i got banded on 9-15-08 today is my one week mark...!!!!! i am sitting here in tears after watching your video....wow u look amazing...and u r such and inspiration.....I can only hope to look half as great as u!thx
I just got my lap band on Friday and I wanted to tell you that this video helped me go forward. I was scared to death I watched your video along with the video from popeeah every day leading up to my surgery date. I even watched it at 5 am the morning of surgery. Thank you for getting me through. I cried the first few times I watched it. This is my third day after surgery and I still look for inspiration from you, popeeah, and thebandinme. You all are wonderful.
Congratz!!! its allways a pleasure to see others sucess. I go in on Sept 22 this year for my band. fought with my insurance all year and finally got approved this month..having to deal with diaticians, head dr's, and a weekly progress report in my reg doc..been fun but its about here and i just cant wait..ill post here as well..gonna do a weekly picture of myself and scale them down for 6 months to a year and make a video !
That is truly amazing - I had my band fitted Oct '07 and it has been far harder than I had ever thought. I would love to know how your journey was and how long it took you to get to goal. Wishing you all the happiness you deserve!
you are beautiful, before and after. I did the bulimia thing. I didn't purge after EVERY meal, just when I got that "Gawd, why did I eat that much" feeling :)
Wow! you truly are an inspiration! God bless* - Hey, how come u don't vlog about your lap band? Cause I only see the 1 video & i am wondering are you still loosing weight or when you do accomplish your goal how does that work? does the band get removed? lol can someone educate me plz :) Cause i'm very interested in the lap band.. By the way how long did it take you to loose the weight that youre @ and how much did u loose? Again God Bless & congrats*
i am very proud of you, i had my lap band in feb 2006, lost 170 pounds, i still have 100lbs to loose, i started out at 468lbs and i feel great, i still weigh 300lbs but im hopeful now for the future, you look awsome and thanks for being an inspiration to everybody, someone will see this and change there life too you go girl !!!!!!! holla
hi, i am going to my consultation appointment for the lap band tomorrow. i was just wondering if you were in college when you got yours and if it made things more difficult?
Wow! I'm in tears watching that! Amazing and such an inspiration to someone such as me who is seriously thinking about having the lap band sugery. Thank you.
You were beautiful before the surgery and you are beautiful now. Your smile and amazing presence shines through. Thank you for sharing your story. Peace to you.
hi. you have done great. i have recently found out i am having my lap band op on the 28th. you can view my video at lapbandmichael leave comments if you like.thanks
because when you are fat youdont want to be in a picture. and i gather when you lose the weight you want to be shown to everyone. which i hope that happens to me. sorry to be mean but oh well. michael
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I am about the size she is in her slimmest pic and i'm always called chubby, fatty, and can barely find clothes that fit allright....can u tell me what is in shape these days?
Well done you. I am just on my way to my doctors now to ask about the lapband but came online to find out as much as I could before I went. I cant afford to have it done privately so i'm gonna beg for it on the NHS. I have a BMI of 60 so its this or the nearest bridge. You look sooo beautiful big and tiny. I am inspred by your pictures. I have so many questions but this aint the place. Just one for here though. Did you get many side effects? Nicki x
Obes Surg. 2004 Nov, Laparoscopic conversion of lap band to gastric bypass: a review of 70 patients. Paris, France. Results of conversion of failed lap band to gastric bypass (GBP). 70 pts converted for: insufficient weight loss, gastric pouch dilatation, band migration or band intolerance. 4.3% converted to open surgery. Mean operative time was 4 hrs. Hospital stay 7 days! Early complication rate was 14%. Laparoscopic conversion of LapBand to GBP is a technically challenging procedure
Surgery. 2002 Jun;131(6):625 Lap-band failure conversion to gastric bypass Medical College of Virginia Study patients who had failed LapBand converted to a gastric bypass. 50% of LapBand have been removed. Median time to conversion after LapBand was 38 months. The LapBand is associated with a high frequency of inadequate weight loss. Conversion to gastric bypass in this subset of patients is technically challenging but results in superior weight loss in a shorter time period.
I want to get the lap band, I have struggled with my weight my whole life, and now that I am in my 40s it is going up more. But it isn't enough to qualify for the lapband, close but not quite. It's frustrating because I have other problems happening because of the weight now!
OK rachel U LOOK Amazing girl! u should be so proud i still cant believe thats YOU in the black shirt and JEANS! haha it really is inspiring because im going for surgery and i love watching success! u go girl!
I love your video, very inspirational. I am having the lapband surgery in six days 11/30/07. I hope I can be as successful as you have been. I'm hoping I can get about 100 lbs off by next Christmas! Keep posting those videos!
WOW!!!Congratulations, gorgeous! Fantastic results, and fantastic video. I am so happy for you. Be very, very proud of making it through such a journey; I know it's never easy. I've tried, succeeded and failed repeatedly, and am planning my surgery now. I don't want to gain/lose/gain/lose anymore, I need my health (physical & mental!) Thank you so much for posting such a wonderful & inspiring video, best wishes for your future & God Bless.
Hi! First of all I think you are beautiful! I'm starting my journey soon. I'm just scared of losing too much too fast. Did you have any problems with sagging skin? If so where? I have had twins that weighted almost 8 pounds EACH, so my stomach is shot already.
Your video is so inspirational; I watch it everyday, because I am scheduled for lap band surgery Dec 21st!!! I am so excited...I might do a pre an d post video. How long did it take you to lose the bulk of your weight? Please let me know. God bless
Hi, I liked your video a lot. It is so amazing to me what people really look like under the weight loss. What does your tatoo say? I am ready to get a lap band in 22 days. I can't wait to be free of all of this extra ME...
I had the lap band done 5/10/07 and have lost 89lbs so far. I started at 410lbs. Every time I need inspiration I pull up your video. I'm so proud of you!! You look GREAT! Thanks for posting this video and good luck on your journey! :-)
hi there i am awaiting my op date hpefully be just after xmas, i was just wondering howlong it took for you to get down to the size at the end as i am a similar size to what you were and am intrested in time scale of it all thanks michelle
I've watched a lot of videos on here about lap band, and gastric bypass. I think I'd rather have the lap band, because it just seems safer. Thanks for making this video and sharing with us! It truly gives me hope. I hope I can look as great as you do. I'll be sure to pose a video of the before and after. I hope I'm as successful as you! congradulations on your new life!
WOW!!! I had tears in my eyes while watching this. I am going to a seminar next week and that is my first step on my journey to have this surgery. I am so ready!!
You made me cry and gave me chills. You are absolutely LOVELY. Not that you weren't lovely before...it's just that now the outside matches what was inside all along. Thank you so much for posting this. It set my mind at ease a lot in regards to my decision.
You look BEAUTIFUL!!--(At both weights) I had the surg done 5/10/07 and have lost 64lbs.I had a blood clot in my lung after but am ok now!Your video made me cry because I've been there and hopefully will be back where you are again!!I started at 410lbs. You go girl!!!
Hi TB Congratulations on your rebirth. I will be having Gastric Bypass surgery on Monday Morning. I am full of all kinds of emotions..at the age of 49 I will be stepping out of a shell that has been holding me back for more than 30 years. I cannot wait to move around without pain, to disappear into a crowd, to walk on a beach in a pair a swimming trunks without someone making a rude comment. I am very happy for you please keep me in your thoughts.
Ultimately it's about how you feel about yourself, but there's no question that there's a general prejudice against fat people in America. I've had experience as a fat person, and as an about adverage person....and sometimes the differences of how I was treated is sick.
i would like to ask a question please:if there are some mens today which pay attention to which did not on the time when you were fat, what do you think about these mens?do they make you feel angry?sorry, my english is little.bye bye from germany.
that is a good question..do men treat you better now..but what about people you knew from before you had your surgery or just people in general. how did they treat you when you were fat vs. now that you are thin?
I have a question..after the lap band surgery and the weight loss what did you do about the excess skin? did you have additional surgery for it? that my main reason for hesitation in getting the band i think...I dont have any money for the plastic surgery I would need afterwards
I havent had my plastics yet, but I DO need them. I had to wait until I was in recovery from my eating disorder before a doctor would consider doing it. IM in recovery now and the topic has been brought up again. IM luckier than a lot of people because eventhough my excess skin is severe, I seem to be able to hide it to an extent with the right clothes.
wow you look great! i wish i could have that done! i would love to and to lose weight like you did..you look great and keep it up! i have recently lost 23lbs on my own..but it seems like i can't go any further..well good luck and take care
wow rachel i cried thru this video. thank you for posting this. i am getting my lapband surgery in 12 days and can NOT wait. you are such an inspiration. keep it up.
Great Video…Lap Band still too expensive…With this program I have lost 9lbs so far
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sampson65able 1 month ago
after having my lap band surgery at southcoastlapband for almost a year, I've lost 90 lbs. I've tried countless diet methods but the weight never gone for good. lap band changed my life!
seamonyet 3 months ago
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jenny7862011 4 months ago
6 months later and I've lost 77 lbs after my lap band surgery. It's not easy and I still fight my demons daily. But my diabetes is better, my HA1c is down to 6.5 and my blood pressure and cholesterols are at a normal level. I plan a weekly cheat as taught in my nutrition claqsses and I'm headed to a workshop this evening for some more support. but I'm doing it. I've NEVER lasted this long before.
CelticLady44 8 months ago
This sends a horrible message. Shame on you
bjork2284 1 year ago
This sends a horrible message. Shame on you
bjork2284 1 year ago
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I had a band put in over a year ago and am 80lbs down and feeling great.. i hope i look as good as you do when i get to my goal..you look great and well done on all your hard work.. i know how hard it is, lapband is definitly not the easy way out!! keep up the good work hun xx
kjnm81 1 year ago
I had a band put in over a year ago and am 80lbs down and feeling great.. i hope i look as good as you do when i get to my goal..you look great and well done on all your hard work.. i know how hard it is, lapband is definitly not the easy way out!! keep up the good work hun xx
kjnm81 1 year ago
no one gives a fuck what any of you negative commentators have to say.. do you think your stupid comments about how looking at weight loss as something great is bad will change anyone's mind.. cause last time i checked losing weight so you WONT FUCKING DIE is amazing, it helps the person mentally and physically... so go comment something else and HOPE you touch someone's life.. fuckin loser, let her be happy and proud
MrShawnAble 1 year ago
wow keep up the good work i had my band put in two weeks ago
bigroller1000 1 year ago
was wondering what the tattoo said....can't quite read i all ???? anyone know?
honeyblonde40 1 year ago
I'm sorry about the eating disorder. I feel like people are overly concerned about appearance. Positive attention from losing weight in the face of negative attention from being overweight is probably addictive. While it's nice to get support for weight loss, that's what all of your interaction with people becomes about and that's dangerous too. There's more to a person than weight - anorexia and bulimia and prejudice against body fat are just 2 sides to the spectrum of false priorities.
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shaikhstonevilla 1 year ago
girl you look gorgous I am thinking about the lapband surgery as well 245 pounds I am at right now I want to lose 100 pound to look like what i did 17 yrs ago
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celesteadelle 1 year ago
great job hun..i really hope u are keeping it off and in a healthier way than you did losing it (according to what u put in the info bar up top)...long hard journey tho i cant imagine it was easy ...bless u and hope you keep healthy!! :)
LaFlacs 1 year ago
Darling you look wonderful. I am 113kg and havce just decided to get a lap band. I will put my journey up on you tube. You look wonderful I am sure it was still difficult but you got there ... go girl
rhondaplaylist 1 year ago
Great video...the song really got to me...and seeing your results is amazing. I got my surgery in two weeks...and very inspirational to see how hard you worked and how well it's paid off. Thanks for sharing...
Stevekorn5 2 years ago
Wow... I am seriously looking into getting the lap band. You picutres brought tears to my eyes. I can not imagine your journey. You look great, you have a spark in your step. How is it keeping it off.. that is my concern...
candyshiflett 2 years ago
at 1:44 you look SOOO pretty! Congrats on the loss, and I've been through AN/BN as well as now just starting the LapBand process. It's a hard road but you make it look good. I hope you're addressing your issues and getting yourself well both physically and emotionally :-)
Bright Blessings,
Wendy
wendy645 2 years ago
Congratulations!! I am sure you are proud of yourself. You had a pretty face prior to surgery and a gorgeous face after. You look amazing. I am having the surgery Jan.15th in NYC, And I am looking forward to getting my life back. You and sooo many other people on youtube are an insiration to me right now. Thgank you for sharing and I looking ahead to the day when I will post my video on my success.
RickyG320 2 years ago
You are GORGEOUS!! Before and after, but after you have such a glow.... inspiring completely :D I hate, hate to ask... but could you even just message me what your starting weight was- I looking for people who were as close to the weight I am now when they started... Everybody is different I just wanted an idea of how long it might take different people to get get to their goal weight. I have researched this surgery for years and am still too terrified to even go to a meeting. Hugs,Jenny
jeninjimi 2 years ago
Gotta love when people think they have the answers and give you their "educated" opinion on your life! People don't get that having WLS is NOT "taking the easy way out". Going through something like that is extremely trying on you mentally, emotionally, and physically. Yes, the LAP-BAND limits the amount you eat, but that's the whole idea of it! I am looking into getting the surgery myself, I am scared but unwavering. Congrats on your journey, you look AMAZING!!
BecomingWhoIWannaBe 2 years ago
People need to understand that what makes you lose weight is not the AMOUNT of food you eat, but the QUALITY of the food. And if anyone would have some common sense, a band around the stomach only take cares of how much you eat, not what you eat. I am sure you changed your diet as well after you had the surgery (less fats, less calories, and so on). Well, guess what, you could have done that without a lap band. It's called the placebo effect. The band triggered your mind, not your body :)
luigidesigns 2 years ago
I'm willing to bet that close to 100% if not 100% of obese people have one or more eating disorders and while those need to be addressed,(and if you read about her under her pic she admits to falling into bulimia/anorexia even after having the band- We can eat all the salads we want BUT what about the cake we have hidden in our room? Food triggers our mind and body, not the band. Go to a food addiction meeting. Go to a WLS meeting before talking about something you don't know :)
jeninjimi 2 years ago
I am sure that some people have some other psychological problems besides just wanting to eat crappy food. However, when at 3:30pm I see the kids coming out of the high school 3 blocks from where I live, and 80% of them are from overweight to very obese, it's hard to think "Oh poor kids, it's not their fault"...
luigidesigns 2 years ago
You obviously know nothing about weightloss surgery! And since you dont we will give you a pass! Maybe you should google it and find out how important the quaility of food is, and how the band will do the rest. I am not trying to sound rude or disrespectful, its just that people need to be educated on this, so if in the future a close friend of yours is over weight, and instead of dying of being overweight and failing, she can live with the lapband! Thank you...
msbebe83 2 years ago
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hotnfithoney 2 years ago
wow ... you are now doable !!!!! congrats !
h2oiko 2 years ago
wow you look nice how long did it take you to losse it?
gaduie 2 years ago
Congratulations, you look wonderful. Hope you were able to gain control over your eating disorders and that you're success is long term :)
jeefermac 2 years ago
Amazing.... You look fabulous. I'm almost a year out, and 75lbs down. I can't wait to reach goal. Thank you for the great video. It was truly inspiring.
Dravensmama 2 years ago
so you got the lap band surgery done?? iam a guy, 22 years old, 5 '11" and i am 270 lbs.... i would like to get the lap band done, but am scare.
delux78 2 years ago
wierd same here 6"2, large framed and beens tuck at 270 for the last year . im gonna get it done, i was scared shitless to but theres nothing worse then walking around ashamed of who you are.
zimzthegnome 2 years ago
I'm in the process of getting the lapband... and cant wait! I'm having trouble with my insurance... waiting for approval. any suggestions from anyone? You look great, talk about inspiration ;)
peligrosa11 2 years ago
You are so beautiful...I loved watching your video...I'm having the lap band on June 9th..I can't wait. I'm glad your doing so great!
Christina30rs 2 years ago
I am highly considering this procedure... and I am really holding off because I have a history with ana/mia.
GoshILoveYouu 2 years ago
hi my name is Jackeline and im getting the lap-band surgery soon..im exited but im also worry, im 16 and i weight 210 pounds and i would like to know how long it takes to see the results ?
ostrage92 2 years ago
Hey me too!
Im 17 and Im gettin it bout four months I hope you good luck!
antbuffy123 2 years ago
im getting the appointment today! and i have so many fears, i dont know how my skin would look after the lap-band.
ostrage92 2 years ago
Mee too.
If you eat foods that promote elasticity and work out every day your skin will bounce back in shape. but what from Ive heard there is going to be extra skin no matter what you do. And it depends on how much you need to lose.
antbuffy123 2 years ago
About 2 years. You lose 1-2 pounds per week.
Hadarslover 2 years ago
I'm proud of you!
I too had this done and it is not easy at all but ever so rewarding! It's not magic as some people think but takes a lot of determination and....fills! lol
jeanieg6 2 years ago
I seriously bawled my eyes out watching this. I had the lapband surgery at age 16 and I'm now 19, I have only lost around 70 lbs so far, I feel like a complete failure, and this video just shows how much is out of reach for me because of my own shortcomings.
killalettex3 2 years ago
very nice video, u were beautiful before and after...
Good luck!
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zackbranson 2 years ago
Beautiful!! While viewing your video I found myself reading some of the posts listed above. Messunderstood wrote that she cried uncontrollably and I wondered why. Then I scrolled back up and saw more of your pics which included your size changing from about 300lbs to 150lbs...then I cried. Congratulations and I pray that you are doing very well.
Danyelle1andonly 2 years ago
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Hello! Your video is very nice, You're beautiful, although, it is a bit sad, that you had to go for lap band to loose weight. This is like taking easier way to ged rid of fat, but also surprisingly very dangerous too... I was size 18, thanks to hard work and good diet i'm 12 now, and still go down, without risking my life. good luck.xx
Kat23Cardiff 2 years ago
Weight loss surgery is NOT taking the easy way out at all. It takes a lot of hard work, commitment, dedication, and inner strength. Its a lifestyle change and it eliminates many debilitating illness like pseudotumor cerebi, diabetes type 2, high blood pressure, high cholesterol etc. For u to insinuate its not hard work is just rude and ignorant. If it was just about eating right and exercise no 1 would be obese, its about much much more & if you did any kind of research you would realize that.
BRITTwith2tees 2 years ago
@BRITTwith2tees I agree with you that it's not the easy way out (it's risky in a way conventional weight loss and exercise isn't), but I disagree that if it was about eating right and exercising that no one would be obese. For the majority of people (not all), I do believe that is precisely what it is about. Those things are really difficult - just as hard as diet and exercise post-op or even harder, because progress is slower. People are unwilling to try everything, such as vegetarianism.
MachineAmbition 1 year ago
@MachineAmbition I have friends that are strick vegetarians, yet they are still overweight. It's not about being a vegetarian, nor does that guarentee that I will lose all the weight that I need / want to.
Blackbarbietea 1 year ago
@MachineAmbition weight loss surgery is a tool for people who HAVE tried to loss weight through diet and exercise and cannot get there from that alone.....being morbidly overweight is actually a disease and is the #2 killer only second to smoking! Just looking at it from a medical stand point. Facts are facts.....for some people they need the tool to help them loss weight
flintfairy 1 year ago
@BRITTwith2tees Amen to that! I had lap band surgry 2 weeks ago. I am diligently following my diet and learning to exercise. I can't do 30 minutes at one time yet, but I'll get there. I did it because of a bunch of health problems and I;m looking forward to saying good-bye to them!
CelticLady44 1 year ago
@CelticLady44 my wife has just been approved for lap band, i'll have her to "ping you " for any advice, i love her so much and i'm so proud of her for making this decision CelticLady44 "stay the course" I'm proud of you to
oldrumer4u 1 year ago
The lapband is actually the safest weight loss surgery. It CERTAINLY isn't the easy way out, so please don't say such things unless you have walked a mile in our shoes. =] No disrespect to you =]
killalettex3 2 years ago
I first saw your video the day before I had my lapband placed in Novemebr of 07 and I cried uncontollably seeing what COULD happen for me as well. Well, 16 months later i'm 80 pounds less woman than I was and I still come see this video every couple of months for inspiration. Oh yeah, I still cry but now it's for joy!
Messunderstood 2 years ago
Getting the lapband or having gastric bypass is not the easy way out.. I mean personally, I'm not saying this to offend you or anything but sometimes people can't lose weight on diet and exercise alone. Sometimes it goes way above that. I have Diabetes and it prevents me from losing weight. So please think about what your saying before you post something like this again because you may offend a lot more people in the long run. Sorry if I sound mean, I don't mean to =)
xoxoJennyPennyxoxo
xoxoJennyPennyxoxo 2 years ago
AWESOME music to go with!!
atomx71 2 years ago
You came along way!!! i have gone through that,and after having my kids i regained 100lbs. Your video is inspirational, and remindes me of what i went through to lose weight the first time around and that i will go through again,
Congrats!!! you look amazing and you deserved it@@!!
Denix1986 2 years ago
How long did it take to lose the weight?
jackjack8422 2 years ago
Your beautiful, inside and out. I wish I could look as nice as you do when you smile.
babeliciouse 3 years ago
I am sorry that you are going with what you have to deal with on a daily basis with Anorexia/bulemia. I see people saying congrats, but I wanted to also say I'm sorry you are dealing with what you are/were (seeing this is old...I don't think that ever goes away does it?)
Anyway, very nice video. TY for sharing part of your life with us.
Wattyz 3 years ago
your journey makes me excited, I get my lapband on friday the 16 of January and im ready to start my journey.
kif637 3 years ago
thats amazing...im going to a seminar for lap band...did u have lose skin after you lost the weight? and what did your stretch marks look like afterwards..if you had any.
YouCanTravel0 3 years ago
You kind of look like the girl who was on all the road rules/ real world challenges.
Hadarslover 3 years ago
congrats on the weight loss u look great! u have achieved a great look well done :-)
ThatCoolGirl101 3 years ago
she is not lucky she work on herself
...there is no shortcuts to any place worth going...
allnickstaken 3 years ago
Very inspirational, thanks.
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I've already begun to lose check out Weight & Date on the front page.
Any encouragement is welcome. Also if you need encouragement, I'm happy to oblige. See you there!
Jezebel
JezebelJones33 3 years ago
You are so lucky.... I wish I could lose that much weight.... Its been very hard for me....
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Hi... I don't know who said you are fat, but screw them. You are a child of God, and you are beautiful. I couldn't even finish watching your video. If you want to lose weight, do it for yourself, not some loser/hater. You are beautiful. MY opinion. Joe.
burk3tha 3 years ago
I am interested in getting the lapband done but I am scared. If you or anyone has good advise please pass it on to me. I really need an outside view on the pros and cons
brandigirlio 3 years ago
what a journey.. hope u are doing well now.. i'm 3 days out of gastric bypass.. its a lot to deal with
creeingles 3 years ago
I am three day's out of surgery, watching your video is making it easier to go through the pain the nausea and the just feeling of not having any energy. You look great!!!!!
msparis3056 3 years ago
OMG.....i got banded on 9-15-08 today is my one week mark...!!!!! i am sitting here in tears after watching your video....wow u look amazing...and u r such and inspiration.....I can only hope to look half as great as u!thx
sethmb1988 3 years ago
woow=)
swedo23 3 years ago
I just got my lap band on Friday and I wanted to tell you that this video helped me go forward. I was scared to death I watched your video along with the video from popeeah every day leading up to my surgery date. I even watched it at 5 am the morning of surgery. Thank you for getting me through. I cried the first few times I watched it. This is my third day after surgery and I still look for inspiration from you, popeeah, and thebandinme. You all are wonderful.
tylersdisneymom 3 years ago
Congratz!!! its allways a pleasure to see others sucess. I go in on Sept 22 this year for my band. fought with my insurance all year and finally got approved this month..having to deal with diaticians, head dr's, and a weekly progress report in my reg doc..been fun but its about here and i just cant wait..ill post here as well..gonna do a weekly picture of myself and scale them down for 6 months to a year and make a video !
shegotlockjaw 3 years ago
I am sitting here in tears. I have been overweight my whole life and am getting ready to be banded myself. I am so happy for you.
zubden 3 years ago
Wow!! You've done awesome!!! congrats on your weight loss!
I'm looking into having the lap-band surgery done within these next 8 months.
Congrats!
jlind4023 3 years ago
That is truly amazing - I had my band fitted Oct '07 and it has been far harder than I had ever thought. I would love to know how your journey was and how long it took you to get to goal. Wishing you all the happiness you deserve!
traceysusanlane 3 years ago
you are beautiful, before and after. I did the bulimia thing. I didn't purge after EVERY meal, just when I got that "Gawd, why did I eat that much" feeling :)
Sorvea 3 years ago
You are beautiful. My little girl was also watching this and she also said you look stunning. Her exact works was wow she looks like a doll.
jla734 3 years ago
GOOD JOB MATE
naouija 3 years ago
I'm sorry if I wasn't clear on that. you look Great! & i'm sure you have exceeded in achieving your goal.
1lisss 3 years ago
Wow! you truly are an inspiration! God bless* - Hey, how come u don't vlog about your lap band? Cause I only see the 1 video & i am wondering are you still loosing weight or when you do accomplish your goal how does that work? does the band get removed? lol can someone educate me plz :) Cause i'm very interested in the lap band.. By the way how long did it take you to loose the weight that youre @ and how much did u loose? Again God Bless & congrats*
1lisss 3 years ago
great job! such an inspiration!
kiratube1 3 years ago
I was banded in 02.06.08..... videos like yours inspire me to keep my focus on whats in my future.. awesome! Thanks so much for sharing!!
oneuntwodeux 3 years ago
I'm a little scared that my Band will have me end up with an eating disorder...
xPixieKillerx 3 years ago
Sexy & cute in any weight
madaboutBBW 3 years ago
i am very proud of you, i had my lap band in feb 2006, lost 170 pounds, i still have 100lbs to loose, i started out at 468lbs and i feel great, i still weigh 300lbs but im hopeful now for the future, you look awsome and thanks for being an inspiration to everybody, someone will see this and change there life too you go girl !!!!!!! holla
dougefresh37210 3 years ago
hi, i am going to my consultation appointment for the lap band tomorrow. i was just wondering if you were in college when you got yours and if it made things more difficult?
bergie005 3 years ago
Wow! I'm in tears watching that! Amazing and such an inspiration to someone such as me who is seriously thinking about having the lap band sugery. Thank you.
Jill10191130 3 years ago
Wow. I had lap band surgery on 3-31. I can not even see myself as thin. Your video makes me believe that it is possible.
beedo98 3 years ago
WOW! it's so hard to believe it's the same person. You are so beautiful.
LaXiquita909 3 years ago
congrats girl you look amazing
mommiestephanie 3 years ago
great job girl!!!!
81yra 3 years ago
You were beautiful before the surgery and you are beautiful now. Your smile and amazing presence shines through. Thank you for sharing your story. Peace to you.
butchergrrl 3 years ago
Great work, keep it up.
obesetoathletic 3 years ago
Congrats and thanks for the inspiration~!~
misserinnicole 3 years ago
Yeah for you...I love how big your smile got.
kathleenfdonovan 3 years ago
hi. you have done great. i have recently found out i am having my lap band op on the 28th. you can view my video at lapbandmichael leave comments if you like.thanks
lapbandmichael 3 years ago
Wow! You are such an inspiration.
pezzster 3 years ago
Wow that was a great video. It is such great inspiration. Thank You
charminmonkey84 4 years ago
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I love how people take the 'BEFORE' picture with horrible lighting....
and the 'AFTER' picture looks like a they hired a photographer to take the picture.
Bak3dB3an 4 years ago
because when you are fat youdont want to be in a picture. and i gather when you lose the weight you want to be shown to everyone. which i hope that happens to me. sorry to be mean but oh well. michael
lapbandmichael 3 years ago 5
Exactly! It was hard to find my before pictures that highlighted my size!
obesetoathletic 3 years ago
wow you're a gorgeous girl!! love the curves mama, very sexy
WakenBakeGrl 4 years ago
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I am about the size she is in her slimmest pic and i'm always called chubby, fatty, and can barely find clothes that fit allright....can u tell me what is in shape these days?
zapatoadicta 4 years ago
You are such an inspiration!
BlessedTwice0506 4 years ago
im having lapband...you really look nice. I cant wait to be where you are now CONGRATULATIONS!
bndnrd 4 years ago
Well done you. I am just on my way to my doctors now to ask about the lapband but came online to find out as much as I could before I went. I cant afford to have it done privately so i'm gonna beg for it on the NHS. I have a BMI of 60 so its this or the nearest bridge. You look sooo beautiful big and tiny. I am inspred by your pictures. I have so many questions but this aint the place. Just one for here though. Did you get many side effects? Nicki x
kat743 4 years ago
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Obes Surg. 2004 Nov, Laparoscopic conversion of lap band to gastric bypass: a review of 70 patients. Paris, France. Results of conversion of failed lap band to gastric bypass (GBP). 70 pts converted for: insufficient weight loss, gastric pouch dilatation, band migration or band intolerance. 4.3% converted to open surgery. Mean operative time was 4 hrs. Hospital stay 7 days! Early complication rate was 14%. Laparoscopic conversion of LapBand to GBP is a technically challenging procedure
hazen066 4 years ago
I'm a lap bandster too! You kick ass!
Indierocklova 4 years ago
Oh, I just saw that you spiraled into eating disorders. I hope you get better soon. (If you haven't already)
Indierocklova 4 years ago
How old were you when you got it done? I'd like to get it done...
Congratulations - you look so happy.
By the way, this made me cry, too.
ChaseSpace 4 years ago
This made me cry.
Congratulations on all the weight you lost.
onbehalfofallthegeek 4 years ago
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Surgery. 2002 Jun;131(6):625 Lap-band failure conversion to gastric bypass Medical College of Virginia Study patients who had failed LapBand converted to a gastric bypass. 50% of LapBand have been removed. Median time to conversion after LapBand was 38 months. The LapBand is associated with a high frequency of inadequate weight loss. Conversion to gastric bypass in this subset of patients is technically challenging but results in superior weight loss in a shorter time period.
eprclos 4 years ago
WOW you are were HOT, now you are BURNING UP!
well done girl. You are an inspiration to us all. I'm having a gastric bypass though. Cause i is BIG.
ushtoo1 4 years ago
You look amazing well done! I hope i look as good as you after my surgery;)
pkwessel 4 years ago
you look amazing! I hope after my surgery i look that fantastic:)
pkwessel 4 years ago
Very inspirational. Check out my testimonial on lap band from surgery on 12/17.
comblitz 4 years ago
I want to get the lap band, I have struggled with my weight my whole life, and now that I am in my 40s it is going up more. But it isn't enough to qualify for the lapband, close but not quite. It's frustrating because I have other problems happening because of the weight now!
ChameleonArt 4 years ago
OK rachel U LOOK Amazing girl! u should be so proud i still cant believe thats YOU in the black shirt and JEANS! haha it really is inspiring because im going for surgery and i love watching success! u go girl!
macgirl909 4 years ago
WOW WOW WOW! The Dr recommended Lap banding to me today- after watching you- I'll be in there tomorro with bells on. You look fabulas!
baybeecakez88 4 years ago
good job sweety i will do it
gaz196819 4 years ago
I love your video, very inspirational. I am having the lapband surgery in six days 11/30/07. I hope I can be as successful as you have been. I'm hoping I can get about 100 lbs off by next Christmas! Keep posting those videos!
rwhorne537 4 years ago
oops my apologies i posted the wrong comment on the wrong vid lmmmaaaooooo
was meaning to comment on a couple of vids coz i am interested in this operation and i just put the wrong comment on the wrong vid.
but yes you look absolutely fab and i was also meaning to comment on yours heheheh
dwd87 4 years ago
1) You look fab congratulations
2) Funky Halloween costume!
3) Your friend at 0.17 seconds is adorable lol
you seem like a good person, hope your new life is filled with happiness and joy.
dwd87 4 years ago
Wow. I am 5'7", 300 lbs and have been thinking of getting this done. You have inspired me. You have a beautiful smile!
tjjunk2 4 years ago
You have done awesome with the band...I'm down 94 myself and just 6 more to goal!
Let's go bikini shopping together...whoo hoo
ClassicJazz1966 4 years ago
WOW!!!Congratulations, gorgeous! Fantastic results, and fantastic video. I am so happy for you. Be very, very proud of making it through such a journey; I know it's never easy. I've tried, succeeded and failed repeatedly, and am planning my surgery now. I don't want to gain/lose/gain/lose anymore, I need my health (physical & mental!) Thank you so much for posting such a wonderful & inspiring video, best wishes for your future & God Bless.
wildpeachgrandma 4 years ago
Hi! First of all I think you are beautiful! I'm starting my journey soon. I'm just scared of losing too much too fast. Did you have any problems with sagging skin? If so where? I have had twins that weighted almost 8 pounds EACH, so my stomach is shot already.
Thanks and you will by in my prayers.
jsmith71292 4 years ago
Hi Rachael,
Your video is so inspirational; I watch it everyday, because I am scheduled for lap band surgery Dec 21st!!! I am so excited...I might do a pre an d post video. How long did it take you to lose the bulk of your weight? Please let me know. God bless
sanctifiediva 4 years ago
Hi, I liked your video a lot. It is so amazing to me what people really look like under the weight loss. What does your tatoo say? I am ready to get a lap band in 22 days. I can't wait to be free of all of this extra ME...
JollyJellyGirl 4 years ago
Rachael,
I had the lap band done 5/10/07 and have lost 89lbs so far. I started at 410lbs. Every time I need inspiration I pull up your video. I'm so proud of you!! You look GREAT! Thanks for posting this video and good luck on your journey! :-)
Shannon
thewildasparagus 4 years ago
hi there i am awaiting my op date hpefully be just after xmas, i was just wondering howlong it took for you to get down to the size at the end as i am a similar size to what you were and am intrested in time scale of it all thanks michelle
bigmumma82 4 years ago
I've watched a lot of videos on here about lap band, and gastric bypass. I think I'd rather have the lap band, because it just seems safer. Thanks for making this video and sharing with us! It truly gives me hope. I hope I can look as great as you do. I'll be sure to pose a video of the before and after. I hope I'm as successful as you! congradulations on your new life!
FlossyFlossy20 4 years ago
WOW!!! I had tears in my eyes while watching this. I am going to a seminar next week and that is my first step on my journey to have this surgery. I am so ready!!
gabeekeeper71 4 years ago
Very Good Job! Lap band has changed my life also. You are a great example for how well it works.
GreatDane1986 4 years ago
thank you so much for posting this. I am planning on getting lapband surgery and your video reinforces my decision. you're an inspiration!
ShineNSta 4 years ago
Your pictures are so inspirational! I am having the lap band done next month myself, and I can only hope to be this successful! Congratulations!
tw1nkles 4 years ago
You go girl. You look FAB! 12 days out and minus 16 lbs:) I can see my ankle bones again!
barbara3d 4 years ago
gorgeous and inspiring.
1week 1day out
careip 4 years ago
i love this song by the dixie chicks and you look great
echelonkim 4 years ago
hi me again i watch your video to see my finish :D it 21 day after surgery and i lost 35 pounds or 16 kilos. And i am happy to see the progres:D
take care
rugby84 4 years ago
Congratulations! You've done great!!!
I had this surgery done about 6-7 months ago...I'm down 90 pounds!!
good luck to all those having it done!!!
BritneeSmith 4 years ago
hi i had an surgery one week ago, and i hope i will loose a lot of weight, i realy looking forward to see how i will change:D i had sleve operation.
I am realy glad for u and u are real beauty now.
Greetz from sLOVEnia a small coutnry in Europe
P.S. Sorry about my english, i hope that u will understand my post
rugby84 4 years ago
I really want to get the laporascopic band done on my self! I have to find out how much it will cost me first.
wiccamelissa 4 years ago
You made me cry and gave me chills. You are absolutely LOVELY. Not that you weren't lovely before...it's just that now the outside matches what was inside all along. Thank you so much for posting this. It set my mind at ease a lot in regards to my decision.
chattychiqa 4 years ago
You look BEAUTIFUL!!--(At both weights) I had the surg done 5/10/07 and have lost 64lbs.I had a blood clot in my lung after but am ok now!Your video made me cry because I've been there and hopefully will be back where you are again!!I started at 410lbs. You go girl!!!
Shannon
thewildasparagus 4 years ago
You look great. Please stop straightening your hair. It is beautiful as it is.
plumpdn 4 years ago
I am due to have a LapBand and watching your WLS video, it made me positive. I loved the song what's it called/who sings it. Love Sarahxxx
welshfeathers04 4 years ago
Hey... its by the Dixie Chicks....
best wishes,
Rachael
TwistedBarbie 4 years ago
wow your gorgeous!!!
omgrusrus 4 years ago
Hi TB Congratulations on your rebirth. I will be having Gastric Bypass surgery on Monday Morning. I am full of all kinds of emotions..at the age of 49 I will be stepping out of a shell that has been holding me back for more than 30 years. I cannot wait to move around without pain, to disappear into a crowd, to walk on a beach in a pair a swimming trunks without someone making a rude comment. I am very happy for you please keep me in your thoughts.
Miguel
mjimenez05 4 years ago
This made me cry...Honestly, I'm having this surgery myself soon. I totally get why you chose that song.
mfbiznit 4 years ago
Ultimately it's about how you feel about yourself, but there's no question that there's a general prejudice against fat people in America. I've had experience as a fat person, and as an about adverage person....and sometimes the differences of how I was treated is sick.
JessicaSue 4 years ago
I'm now 3 weeks post op and already lost 26 lbs. Your video continues to inspire me. Thank you
myotheremail108 4 years ago
good job! but judging from all of your pics, you at least seemed happy regardless.
kisspurr 4 years ago
hallo!
i would like to ask a question please:if there are some mens today which pay attention to which did not on the time when you were fat, what do you think about these mens?do they make you feel angry?sorry, my english is little.bye bye from germany.
xForeverMinex 4 years ago
that is a good question..do men treat you better now..but what about people you knew from before you had your surgery or just people in general. how did they treat you when you were fat vs. now that you are thin?
Kanjisucks 4 years ago
I have a question..after the lap band surgery and the weight loss what did you do about the excess skin? did you have additional surgery for it? that my main reason for hesitation in getting the band i think...I dont have any money for the plastic surgery I would need afterwards
Karakoo7 4 years ago
Hey,
I havent had my plastics yet, but I DO need them. I had to wait until I was in recovery from my eating disorder before a doctor would consider doing it. IM in recovery now and the topic has been brought up again. IM luckier than a lot of people because eventhough my excess skin is severe, I seem to be able to hide it to an extent with the right clothes.
TwistedBarbie 4 years ago
Its by the Dixie Chicks....
Thanks!
Im promising an update in the next week. I would do one now, but the lighting is terrible and I cant seem to fix it!
TwistedBarbie 4 years ago
can't wait! people seem to be so discouraging about the lap band, it's nice to see someone who lost a whole bunch of weight on it.
goldfischegirl 4 years ago
Wow! You look amazing! I love the song that accompanies your journey, who sings it? God bless you, girl, you are an inspiration to many! Much love.
acaramelrn 4 years ago
2 days till my lapband surgery. i just cant weight. how have you been rachel??
myotheremail108 4 years ago
you look great. looking forward to an update.
bunnyizm 4 years ago
wow you look great! i wish i could have that done! i would love to and to lose weight like you did..you look great and keep it up! i have recently lost 23lbs on my own..but it seems like i can't go any further..well good luck and take care
nickiNdonLOVE 4 years ago
Hey Everyone...
Thanks so much... you all make me feel so amazing!
TwistedBarbie 4 years ago
I can't stop watching your video. It makes me cry EVERY time!
One week from today I'm getting my surgery. It's insane. Liquid diet began today! Wish me luck!!
myotheremail108 4 years ago
We're waiting for you to post an update!
goldfischegirl 4 years ago
an update? What do you want to see in an update? Ill do it LOL... just... dont know what it would include
TwistedBarbie 4 years ago
you look great!!
lillbill570 4 years ago
wow rachel i cried thru this video. thank you for posting this. i am getting my lapband surgery in 12 days and can NOT wait. you are such an inspiration. keep it up.
myotheremail108 4 years ago
isnt she fabulous?! i am getting my surgery in june. good luck to you.
julval44 4 years ago
I was banded July 2006 and so far I have lost 75 pounds. I'm down to 225. I feel great. You look great. Keep it up.
flappy1 4 years ago