http://www.lapbandtalk.com/ A buddy/mentoring relationship pairs a successful and experienced LBT member with a novice and/or struggling LBT member. The purpose is to support one another as each person works through the physical, emotional, and spiritual components involved in weight loss. The goal is to get to a healthy weight and stay there. This is a win-win relationship as the successful LBT member is able to reaffirm his/her weight loss and the novice or struggling LBT member is supported in building the confidence and motivation necessary to achieve his/her desired goals. en Sat, 21 Nov 2009 07:26:08 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.lapbandtalk.com/images/styles/lapband/misc/rss.jpg http://www.lapbandtalk.com/ http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f260/very-discouraged-gained-weight-back-need-support-lose-again-105880-new/ Sat, 21 Nov 2009 05:45:06 GMT Hello to all: Let me start out by telling you about myself. I am a 29 year old female from Ohio, single mother of a 5 year old who works full time. I was banded 4/2007. I first started out weighing 283 and got down to 225, I went from a size 26 down to an 18. I was the happiest I ever been... Hello to all:
Let me start out by telling you about myself. I am a 29 year old female from Ohio, single mother of a 5 year old who works full time.

I was banded 4/2007. I first started out weighing 283 and got down to 225, I went from a size 26 down to an 18. I was the happiest I ever been in a long time, felt confident and great about myself. I lost all that weight without having a fill. When I finally got a fill I still haven't lost. Well this year I have gained most of my weight back. I'm back up to 270, gained about 45 pounds back-- 13 pounds from my surgery weight. I basically lost control of my eating habits and exercising. I have exercise equipment and everything and have not used it hardly at all. I know I just need some sort of push or support to get me going again. I don't have time to go to support meetings here due to getting off work and cooking dinner and homework with my son.

I am asking that someone please be my support buddy to give me that push to keep me on track with my eating and exercise habits and to get back on the journey of being happy about myself again. Your help would be greatly appreciated. Take care and God Bless! ]]> Lap Band Buddies / Mentors (NEW!) djh04 http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f260/very-discouraged-gained-weight-back-need-support-lose-again-105880/ http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f260/surgery-11-30-09-very-nervous-105855-new/ Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:33:21 GMT i am very nervous, don't know what to xpect. i would love to have a buddy. Anyone that can help put at ease and to walk me through the process. I want to be as successfull as everyone here.

thanks.:confused: ]]> Lap Band Buddies / Mentors (NEW!) xpress1026 http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f260/surgery-11-30-09-very-nervous-105855/ http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f260/available-help-puyallup-wa-really-anywhere-105643-new/ Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:37:39 GMT I am here for anyone that needs help, needs questions answered, etc. I am a 36 year old married female and have been banded since 4/18/08. I reached my goal of 160 pounds lost a few months ago, went from a size 32 to a size 6/8. I started at 318 and am now at 158, so I surpassed my goal. I had... I am here for anyone that needs help, needs questions answered, etc. I am a 36 year old married female and have been banded since 4/18/08. I reached my goal of 160 pounds lost a few months ago, went from a size 32 to a size 6/8. I started at 318 and am now at 158, so I surpassed my goal. I had a tummy tuck 9/18/09 and am the happiest I've ever been.

Drop me a line and I'd be happy to share my experiences with you! ]]> Lap Band Buddies / Mentors (NEW!) MrsMAJL http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f260/available-help-puyallup-wa-really-anywhere-105643/ http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f260/new-looking-menter-buddy-105640-new/ Mon, 16 Nov 2009 23:21:32 GMT I am looking for a buddy/mentor I am having surgery on Nov 24, I am starting my liquid diet on the 17th:smile: I am looking for a buddy/mentor I am having surgery on Nov 24, I am starting my liquid diet on the 17th:smile: ]]> Lap Band Buddies / Mentors (NEW!) baybek http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f260/new-looking-menter-buddy-105640/ http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f260/would-like-buddy-mentor-e-washington-f-54-a-105626-new/ Mon, 16 Nov 2009 19:06:25 GMT In beginning stages, attending physician's seminar on Wednesday, already had Internist send referral and I'm covered by insurance. I'm a firm believer in support and encouragement and am finding the forums a bit daunting, but good for general questions. Thanks for visiting! ]]> Lap Band Buddies / Mentors (NEW!) Lori in Spokane http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f260/would-like-buddy-mentor-e-washington-f-54-a-105626/ http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f260/looking-someone-who-looking-buddy-who-having-surgery-december-105590-new/ Mon, 16 Nov 2009 04:59:02 GMT hello my name is Emily , I am 26 years old i will be getting the lapband hopefully in December or early January I just need to complete a couple more things then my doctor said it will be fast since my insurance is fast, but I am looking for someone to do this with me and we can be buddies and it... hello my name is Emily , I am 26 years old i will be getting the lapband hopefully in December or early January I just need to complete a couple more things then my doctor said it will be fast since my insurance is fast, but I am looking for someone to do this with me and we can be buddies and it will be great , i want to have a buddy who will be having surgery around december or early january so we can do this together and write each other about our experience :thumbup: ]]> Lap Band Buddies / Mentors (NEW!) nightgangl7 http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f260/looking-someone-who-looking-buddy-who-having-surgery-december-105590/ http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f260/21-f-fontana-ca-inland-empire-105520-new/ Sat, 14 Nov 2009 19:26:15 GMT Hello. I was jus banded yesteday 11/13/2009. And I am so afraid to fail at this. I would love to have a buddy or a mentor. Please contact me if your interested. Hello. I was jus banded yesteday 11/13/2009. And I am so afraid to fail at this. I would love to have a buddy or a mentor. Please contact me if your interested. ]]> Lap Band Buddies / Mentors (NEW!) Ready4-a-new-me http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f260/21-f-fontana-ca-inland-empire-105520/ http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f260/female-39-outside-seattle-105506-new/ Sat, 14 Nov 2009 07:44:30 GMT I am 3 weeks post op and am looking at my first fill in 2 weeks. Don't really have many friends or family around to discuss things with and would love to find a friend. ]]> Lap Band Buddies / Mentors (NEW!) nlawlor341 http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f260/female-39-outside-seattle-105506/ http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f260/just-had-surgery-yesterday-11-10-09-a-105336-new/ Wed, 11 Nov 2009 19:56:34 GMT Hi, I am a 29 year-old female who needs a buddy. I was banded yesterday (11/10/09) and I live in Alabama. I had about 100 pounds to loose pre-surgery diet, but lost 12 pounds and now have about 90 to go. Would really like a buddy who is seasoned and can help me and give me advice along the way, or... Hi, I am a 29 year-old female who needs a buddy. I was banded yesterday (11/10/09) and I live in Alabama. I had about 100 pounds to loose pre-surgery diet, but lost 12 pounds and now have about 90 to go. Would really like a buddy who is seasoned and can help me and give me advice along the way, or even a someone who is around the same stage as I am and we can do this together.

Thanks! ]]> Lap Band Buddies / Mentors (NEW!) 120inside http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f260/just-had-surgery-yesterday-11-10-09-a-105336/ http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f260/new-ri-ct-line-105326-new/ Wed, 11 Nov 2009 19:10:12 GMT I just got my band a few days ago and could use the help. I dieted before and had luck with having friends who are in the same boat as me. I am willing to work out, talk via phone, text, computer, etc I am 340lbs and am strictly on my clear liquids stage. I am also 28 years old. I am also a... I just got my band a few days ago and could use the help. I dieted before and had luck with having friends who are in the same boat as me. I am willing to work out, talk via phone, text, computer, etc
I am 340lbs and am strictly on my clear liquids stage. I am also 28 years old. I am also a great motivator, and have several lap band books that I started to read.
My journey has many obstacles that I am allready bracing for. I hope to make a friend along the way! ]]> Lap Band Buddies / Mentors (NEW!) msrojacks http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f260/new-ri-ct-line-105326/ http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f260/seeking-buddy-workout-support-105313-new/ Wed, 11 Nov 2009 11:25:30 GMT Seeking a buddy for workouts and just general support. I live in Willoughby Ohio area. I have a membership to Ballys and just looking for someone to workout with -- kinda boring to go there by myself. Seeking a buddy for workouts and just general support. I live in Willoughby Ohio area. I have a membership to Ballys and just looking for someone to workout with -- kinda boring to go there by myself. ]]> Lap Band Buddies / Mentors (NEW!) scanlon21 http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f260/seeking-buddy-workout-support-105313/ http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f260/still-preop-hopefully-getting-banded-jan-105303-new/ Wed, 11 Nov 2009 06:18:49 GMT I would love to find a buddy :) I am 26 from Pittsburgh pa. I started at 302 and I am currently 280. I am on month 4 of my preop and hopefully will be getting my surgery day soon :) Would love to get a buddy that is preop too that we can keep in touch :) I would love to find a buddy :) I am 26 from Pittsburgh pa. I started at 302 and I am currently 280. I am on month 4 of my preop and hopefully will be getting my surgery day soon :)


Would love to get a buddy that is preop too that we can keep in touch :) ]]> Lap Band Buddies / Mentors (NEW!) Liftingchic http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f260/still-preop-hopefully-getting-banded-jan-105303/ http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f260/having-surgery-december-ft-worth-texas-105244-new/ Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:34:25 GMT My name is Brittany and I am tentatively scheduled to have lapband in December. My paperwork is being sent in to BCBS of Illinois for the predetermination. I actually work at BCBS so hopefully I am a shoe in for approval. Hopefully someone wants to be my buddy! :thumbup: My name is Brittany and I am tentatively scheduled to have lapband in December. My paperwork is being sent in to BCBS of Illinois for the predetermination. I actually work at BCBS so hopefully I am a shoe in for approval.

Hopefully someone wants to be my buddy!
:thumbup: ]]> Lap Band Buddies / Mentors (NEW!) BrittanyAnn http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f260/having-surgery-december-ft-worth-texas-105244/ http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f260/needing-buddy-mentor-south-dakota-105218-new/ Mon, 09 Nov 2009 16:23:33 GMT Hello, I had my lap-band since Feb. 2009. I lost about 66 lbs in the beginning but I'm stuck now. It doesn't matter how much I have filled I don't seem to go anywhere. I have been trying to change my eating habits and increase my exercise but I do fall short in both of these areas, I need someone I can talk to. Someone who can help to encourage me to keep going.

Thanks,

Julie ]]> Lap Band Buddies / Mentors (NEW!) Bttrflywingz http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f260/needing-buddy-mentor-south-dakota-105218/ http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f260/22-year-old-female-washington-goal-105190-new/ Mon, 09 Nov 2009 02:47:16 GMT Hey everyone! I'm 22 and in college. I had my surgery on 12/12/08 and I hit goal on 10/13/09. I'm now down 157lbs. My heighest weight was 324lbs and I'm 5'9. I had a really strict pre-op/post-op diet. If you need a buddy just let me know! I would love to talk! ]]> Lap Band Buddies / Mentors (NEW!) sweetheart181 http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f260/22-year-old-female-washington-goal-105190/ http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f260/aussie-december-bandit-105157-new/ Sun, 08 Nov 2009 07:34:11 GMT Im getting my lap band in december...SOOO Excited Im 20 yrs old, need to loose half my body weight (weight 138kgs and i need to be about 65kgs) I am looking for a buddy who is in their 20s and who is around the same stage as I in their journey. Also, determined, focused and keen on starting to... Im getting my lap band in december...SOOO Excited
Im 20 yrs old, need to loose half my body weight (weight 138kgs and i need to be about 65kgs)
I am looking for a buddy who is in their 20s and who is around the same stage as I in their journey. Also, determined, focused and keen on starting to exercise.

We can cheer each other on! ]]> Lap Band Buddies / Mentors (NEW!) leftover_eidoes http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f260/aussie-december-bandit-105157/ http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f260/northern-ca-newbie-needs-buddy-105006-new/ Thu, 05 Nov 2009 01:38:13 GMT My surgery date is NOV 17th. I live in Cottonwood Ca and will be banded in Chico Ca. I start my very strict pre op diet this weekend. I am hoping to find a buddy to go through all this with. I can't believe its all about to really happen. All pre op tests and final consults are finished as of today. Time to stop lurking and start joining in the discussions. It would be awesome to find a local buddy! ]]> Lap Band Buddies / Mentors (NEW!) photofire http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f260/northern-ca-newbie-needs-buddy-105006/ http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f260/australian-female-bander-26-years-old-40kgs-lose-would-like-likewise-buddy-104772-new/ Sat, 31 Oct 2009 12:07:01 GMT Hi there,

I was banded in June and have lost around 14kg's now and am starting to have more trouble with keeping away from the chocolates, getting into shape and generally dealing with the fills and getting used to what I can eat. Seem to be getting sick all of the time lately!

I would love to find someone to chat to who is in a similar place that I could share this journey with.

Anyone interested?

Retta ]]> Lap Band Buddies / Mentors (NEW!) Retta1983 http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f260/australian-female-bander-26-years-old-40kgs-lose-would-like-likewise-buddy-104772/ http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f260/benson-raleigh-clayton-104733-new/ Fri, 30 Oct 2009 14:49:07 GMT Hi I am in the Benson/Clayton area and was wondering if anyone who has had the band a while that would be willing to be my mentor.... I am 42 and Live in Benson but work in Raleigh Thanks !!!!!!!! Hi
I am in the Benson/Clayton area and was wondering if anyone who has had the band a while that would be willing to be my mentor....
I am 42 and Live in Benson but work in Raleigh
Thanks !!!!!!!! ]]> Lap Band Buddies / Mentors (NEW!) babygrl1 http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f260/benson-raleigh-clayton-104733/ http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f260/need-lose-again-104716-new/ Fri, 30 Oct 2009 03:40:35 GMT My info is in introductions under " coming back "..

Need a mentor that can help with setting up a menu/eating plan.

Thanks
Joe
Colorado ]]> Lap Band Buddies / Mentors (NEW!) Joe http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f260/need-lose-again-104716/ http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f260/nj-lapbander-need-mentor-104665-new/ Thu, 29 Oct 2009 14:48:32 GMT Hi I'm new here. I was banded on Oct. 23, 2009. So far I'm doing great but would like someone to hold my hand and help me walk through this journey. Once and awhile I would love to bend your ear about things. I'm a bit nervous about walking the path but have no intetions of looking back until I get further to the end. And then when I DO look back it's just to pat myself on the back and see how far I have gone to get where I am. :thumbup: ]]> Lap Band Buddies / Mentors (NEW!) Astrasmom http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f260/nj-lapbander-need-mentor-104665/ http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f260/dallas-dude-looking-mentor-104575-new/ Wed, 28 Oct 2009 05:39:06 GMT I am being banded on Nov 5th. in Richardson, TX by Dr Richard Benavides. Looking for two things: 1. A mentor that has had success with the band 2. Others being banded in the area (Dallas, Plano, Allen area) I am being banded on Nov 5th. in Richardson, TX by Dr Richard Benavides. Looking for two things:

1. A mentor that has had success with the band

2. Others being banded in the area (Dallas, Plano, Allen area) ]]> Lap Band Buddies / Mentors (NEW!) DallasDude http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f260/dallas-dude-looking-mentor-104575/ http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f260/need-lap-band-mentor-104501-new/ Tue, 27 Oct 2009 01:45:41 GMT I just got banded on 10/22/09 through Alexian Brothers hospital. My surgeon was Dr Rantis. I am female, 38, married and live in Buffalo Grove. At surgery I was 246 pounds, I am 5'5. I am on a full liquid diet - week 1.

I am looking for a mentor to help me with the journey and shed some light on what to expect. I think that having mentors is a great idea and can help people get through good and bad :) ]]> Lap Band Buddies / Mentors (NEW!) aghealthy http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f260/need-lap-band-mentor-104501/ http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f260/ready-go-dallas-fw-area-104499-new/ Tue, 27 Oct 2009 01:28:23 GMT I am a 39-year-old woman who has been overweight for about 19 or 20 years. I have tried diets and even changed my entire lifestyle with healthy eating and exercise for 2 years with very limited results. I am a stress eater but I can't let myself get any fatter and I refuse to buy one more plus-sized outfit so I am getting a lap-band.

I would never consider GB but lap-band seemed like a good alternative for me. The only doubt I had was with myself. If there is a way to cheat, I worried that I would use it. I wondered, will the threat of vomiting or PB experience really going to stop me from stress eating?

"Funny you should ask", God said today as I swallowed a huge glob of air by accident while drinking some chicken broth. It stuck in my esophagus right where food might get stuck outside of a lap-band. It felt so horrible and painful that I knew I wouldn't ever risk that feeling just for extra food. I decided to go for it.

I found a surgeon that accepts my insurance and I will go to the seminar next week. Meanwhile, I want to start lining up supports and this buddy program looks great.

A little about me> I am a mother of a two-year-old (a fertility miracle and the coolest human on the planet), military wife, graphic and web designer, artist and small business owner who works from home. I love animals and I live in Little Elm Texas (near Frisco, Plano, Denton etc.). People who love me describe me as eccentric. Strangers just usually raise their eyebrow at me questioningly. I could care less, though.

I have never been able to lose any more than 20 lbs at one go in my life. My best weight loss came when I was pregnant and on a diabetic diet for gestational DB. I lost 12 lbs. Gained it all back and then some. I need to lose about 150 lbs, though I would be thrilled just to get my stomach off my thigh or this fat roll off the back of my neck.

I don't ever want to be stick-thin but I am uncomfortable in this body and I am ready to climb out. I would love support from someone who gets "it". ]]> Lap Band Buddies / Mentors (NEW!) Electrawoman http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f260/ready-go-dallas-fw-area-104499/ http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f260/need-band-buddy-104496-new/ Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:31:26 GMT My name is Kim and i was banded (realize) on 10/19/09 and I could sure use a band buddy to help me succeed in this new lifestyle I have chosen. I am 51 and have been married for 27 years my husband is very supportive in this journey, I have 4 children, 3 grandchildren with ine more due any day now... My name is Kim and i was banded (realize) on 10/19/09 and I could sure use a band buddy to help me succeed in this new lifestyle I have chosen. I am 51 and have been married for 27 years my husband is very supportive in this journey, I have 4 children, 3 grandchildren with ine more due any day now :-) ! I live in CT and work as a day care teacher for infants and toddlers and have done that it seems all my life. since my first apt with Dr. Nadzam in August 09( 271) I have lost to date I believe 16 lbs. ( no scale) and would like to loose 100 lbs eventually. thanks ]]> Lap Band Buddies / Mentors (NEW!) miss kim http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f260/need-band-buddy-104496/ http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f260/australian-female-24-80kg-lose-104406-new/ Sun, 25 Oct 2009 08:29:28 GMT Hey hey...

I'm a Vic born and raised - moved to Perth just under 2 years ago now with my boyfriend. Would love a LB buddy in Aus with around the same weight to lose. Not fussed on age :)

Anyone wanna adopt poor widdle 'ole me??? :crying::w00t: ]]> Lap Band Buddies / Mentors (NEW!) shmack http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f260/australian-female-24-80kg-lose-104406/ http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f260/3-years-post-stop-still-havent-reached-my-goal-104339-new/ Fri, 23 Oct 2009 18:48:04 GMT Good Afternoon, My name is Sonia , I reside in Dallas Texas . I a 41 years old and have one child. I work in the North Dallas area and need help getting back on track. Since having my daughter a year ago I have gained about 25 pounds that I cant seem to shake. I work as an Accountant and... Good Afternoon,

My name is Sonia , I reside in Dallas Texas . I a 41 years old and have one child. I work in the North Dallas area and need help getting back on track. Since having my daughter a year ago I have gained about 25 pounds that I cant seem to shake. I work as an Accountant and really need a PRO to help me get back on track and assist me in staying there.

Thanks in advance ]]> Lap Band Buddies / Mentors (NEW!) prettysweet40 http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f260/3-years-post-stop-still-havent-reached-my-goal-104339/