Guest guest Posted June 15, 2000 Report Share Posted June 15, 2000 Donna: I'm so glad you're starting on LifeLift. I just started almost two weeks ago and have already lost 3 lbs and inches off my waist, upper abdomen and thighs. Not to mention the extra energy that I've experienced. I wish you success in getting started and I'm glad you joined this list! I know I've enjoyed it and have found these ladies to be uplifting and inspiring! Lea > Hi everyone. I just got my Lifelift video yesterday and started this > morning. I am really excited about this! I am someone who has had > reason not to try any of the other " so called " weight lose programs > because of some medication I have been on for years. I have stopped > my medication (for depression) and I am really hoping that this is > the answer that I have hoped for! The awful result of my medication > is terrible weight gain. Uncontrollable! Nothing would work. So, my > goal is to lose some inches and also gain the mental alertness and > hapiness that I lost so many years ago! I really need the > encouragement, so here goes nothing! I am so glad that this board is > here! Thanks for listening! > > Donna Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 15, 2000 Report Share Posted June 15, 2000 Hi Donna, Welcome to LL. We're glad you're here! I think that you'll really enjoy the workout. It's very relaxing, energizing, and it works! Practice the breathing and concentrate on getting it right before you worry about the positions. Once you get the breathing down and add the positions, your goal (when you feel you are ready) is to work up to 40 reps. a day (5 or 6 days a week). Don't forget to drink lots of water. Stay consistent and you'll see results. We're here for you. Have a good night! Love and prayers from Cincinnati Liz ________________________________________________________________ YOU'RE PAYING TOO MUCH FOR THE INTERNET! Juno now offers FREE Internet Access! Try it today - there's no risk! For your FREE software, visit: http://dl.www.juno.com/get/tagj. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 15, 2000 Report Share Posted June 15, 2000 In a message dated 6/15/00 7:36:31 AM Pacific Daylight Time, kzall@... writes: << Beware of expecting too much too soon. >> Kate, That is such a good statement. I expected to have all of the inches just melt off of me because that is all I ever hear. It has taken me a long time to even see any results. I did quit for a little bit because I didn't see any results. But, in the long run, the inches did slowly start to come off. I am still in the need of loosing more, but at least I am still exercising! Shanni Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 15, 2000 Report Share Posted June 15, 2000 Hi Donna, Been there, done that. LL should be great for you. The extra oxygen helps with energy and mood. Bet you felt like you were slogging thru molasses, huh? Beware of expecting too much too soon. You have to get all those old meds out of you system, which in my nonprofessional experience takes much longer than the label might indicate. The LL breath helps in the elimination of toxins via exhalation but remember fat holds toxins so you might be prone to little episodes as some of those are released. I think the breathing really does help getting those out faster and with less side effects. Be kind to yourself, patient and positive. You want to be especially diligent in emphasizing the positive so as not to slide down into the blues. Don't berate yourself if you don't get the high speed results some lucky people experience. Just making the positive steps you are doing is already a success. More will follow. The wonderfully supportive liters are great there. Also, please consider the Victory Theory tapes. The advice is super but just hearing the words from someone else, especially our own dear soothing Rashelle, seems to make them take hold more. Good luck - you can do it, Kate :~) Just getting started > Hi everyone. I just got my Lifelift video yesterday and started this > morning. I am really excited about this! I am someone who has had > reason not to try any of the other " so called " weight lose programs > because of some medication I have been on for years. I have stopped > my medication (for depression) and I am really hoping that this is > the answer that I have hoped for! The awful result of my medication > is terrible weight gain. Uncontrollable! Nothing would work. So, my > goal is to lose some inches and also gain the mental alertness and > hapiness that I lost so many years ago! I really need the > encouragement, so here goes nothing! I am so glad that this board is > here! Thanks for listening! > > Donna > > > > > Please use our list bookstore In Association with Amazon.com If you are looking for anything, please click on this link first! Thanks! http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/redirect-home/karmasrecommerea/ > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 15, 2000 Report Share Posted June 15, 2000 Hi Donna, best of luck to you. You will love LL because it will not only help you to tone up and lose inches but it does such wonders for your lungs and other organs not to mention just feeling so revived. I take breaths everyday whenever I think about it when I'm feeling a little lethargic and it really helps me to keep going. Don't hesitate to ask any of us questions. If we don't have the answers we'll find them out for you. You're in the right place for encouragement and help. Good luck Just getting started > Hi everyone. I just got my Lifelift video yesterday and started this > morning. I am really excited about this! I am someone who has had > reason not to try any of the other " so called " weight lose programs > because of some medication I have been on for years. I have stopped > my medication (for depression) and I am really hoping that this is > the answer that I have hoped for! The awful result of my medication > is terrible weight gain. Uncontrollable! Nothing would work. So, my > goal is to lose some inches and also gain the mental alertness and > hapiness that I lost so many years ago! I really need the > encouragement, so here goes nothing! I am so glad that this board is > here! Thanks for listening! > > Donna > > > > > Please use our list bookstore In Association with Amazon.com If you are looking for anything, please click on this link first! Thanks! http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/redirect-home/karmasrecommerea/ > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 16, 2000 Report Share Posted June 16, 2000 Hi Donna Welcome Aboard!!!!This board has a lot of great ladies on it who share ideas and support one another. I know you will be happy with the LL tapes and hope just as happy with all these wonderful ladies and there input. Welcome again!!! Rose Just getting started > Hi everyone. I just got my Lifelift video yesterday and started this > morning. I am really excited about this! I am someone who has had > reason not to try any of the other " so called " weight lose programs > because of some medication I have been on for years. I have stopped > my medication (for depression) and I am really hoping that this is > the answer that I have hoped for! The awful result of my medication > is terrible weight gain. Uncontrollable! Nothing would work. So, my > goal is to lose some inches and also gain the mental alertness and > hapiness that I lost so many years ago! I really need the > encouragement, so here goes nothing! I am so glad that this board is > here! Thanks for listening! > > Donna > > > > > Please use our list bookstore In Association with Amazon.com If you are looking for anything, please click on this link first! Thanks! http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/redirect-home/karmasrecommerea/ > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 16, 2000 Report Share Posted June 16, 2000 Hi Kate, I am always so happy to see your name on a post. You always seem to be able to maintain the sweetest attitude regardless of what is going on with you. It really is such an inspiration to read your messages. You sure made my day. Thanks for being soooooo wonderful, always! Love, Rashelle Be sure to check out all of the great specials available on my web sites. Save $30 on the Large Body Wrap package. The sale has been extended until June 30thVisit us at http://www.lifelift.com or http://www.angelmagic.com. All other web sites belong to distributors, these are my personal web sites. Hi Donna,Been there, done that. LL should be great for you. The extra oxygen helpswith energy and mood. Bet you felt like you were slogging thru molasses,huh?Beware of expecting too much too soon. You have to get all those old medsout of you system, which in my nonprofessional experience takes much longerthan the label might indicate. The LL breath helps in the elimination oftoxins via exhalation but remember fat holds toxins so you might be prone tolittle episodes as some of those are released. I think the breathing reallydoes help getting those out faster and with less side effects.Be kind to yourself, patient and positive. You want to be especiallydiligent in emphasizing the positive so as not to slide down into the blues.Don't berate yourself if you don't get the high speed results some luckypeople experience. Just making the positive steps you are doing is already asuccess. More will follow. The wonderfully supportive liters are greatthere.Also, please consider the Victory Theory tapes. The advice is super but justhearing the words from someone else, especially our own dear soothingRashelle, seems to make them take hold more.Good luck - you can do it,Kate:~) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 17, 2002 Report Share Posted January 17, 2002 In a message dated 1/17/02 2:21:51 PM Eastern Standard Time, matremoon@... writes: > So I think it is on > the brink of depression but as soon as I start eating > better and especially exercising ...WOW...things > change. I suffered with mild depression all my life. I was never willing to take medication, but now that I exercise it is completely gone. My doctor was not surprised to hear this, she always suggests exercise before medication in cases of mild depression. Just one more reason to sweat! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 17, 2002 Report Share Posted January 17, 2002 Welcome! I am new here too. I am still kinda lounging all day but it's cuz I get up at 3am and go back to bed after running around out in the cold for 3hours (I deliver newspapers)...so I feel no energy or lazy most of the day. BUT...I've started moving again and it has improved things. My housework sorta gets done, I am more motivated to exercise, my mood is improved, etc. When I gain weight I fall into a weird sort of mindset...I can't get things done, I lay around, watch more movies, get addicted to stupid computer games, I am told I don't look happy, etc. So I think it is on the brink of depression but as soon as I start eating better and especially exercising ...WOW...things change. So maybe that will help you too. I've lost 4-5 water pounds the last few days so I am feeling better about that too. I know if you continue with your plan you'll see a big change and enjoy life more. We can do it together. __________________________________________________ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 17, 2002 Report Share Posted January 17, 2002 Hi , I am ashamed to say I had not a clue how dirty my house had gotten until I got up and started *really* cleaning again. I have always said my house gets cluttered but underneath the clutter I kept it clean. Some where along the lines the underneath wasn't getting clean anymore. UGH! With our move coming up I am starting in one room at a time. I am sorting and cleaning and doing DEEP cleaning in preperation of packing. I started last week and have managed to find a bunch of trash and a carload of stuff for goodwill. We have 28 days till close on the house and I have no idea if I can get it all done in time *sighs* I am thinking the activity of being up and moving around and cleaning will provide some results and those results will help with the motivation to keep going. Between the prep work on this end and then the painting and what not on that end and then the packing and unpacking... well I better see some results hehe. My youngest son was born in March 99 and I was only 135 lbs and a size 8 at the time. By March 00 I was pushing 200lbs and a size 20. Now I am sitting at 235ish and size 26 and have been here at least a year or so. It took me 3 years to get here and I am hoping it doesn't take 3 years to get back, but even if it does at least I won't still be where I am. Tomorrow morning I am doing my first *official* weight check. I know my last dr apt I was right around 235, but I haven't been on the home scale in months and I want to have some kind of starting point. I look forward to doing it all together! Jen --- Abudo <matremoon@...> wrote: > Welcome! I am new here too. I am still kinda > lounging > all day but it's cuz I get up at 3am and go back to > bed after running around out in the cold for 3hours > (I > deliver newspapers)...so I feel no energy or lazy > most > of the day. BUT...I've started moving again and it > has > improved things. My housework sorta gets done, I am > more motivated to exercise, my mood is improved, > etc. > When I gain weight I fall into a weird sort of > mindset...I can't get things done, I lay around, > watch > more movies, get addicted to stupid computer games, > I > am told I don't look happy, etc. So I think it is on > the brink of depression but as soon as I start > eating > better and especially exercising ...WOW...things > change. So maybe that will help you too. I've lost > 4-5 > water pounds the last few days so I am feeling > better > about that too. I know if you continue with your > plan > you'll see a big change and enjoy life more. We can > do > it together. > > > __________________________________________________ > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 17, 2002 Report Share Posted January 17, 2002 Hi Jen, Welcome this is another group that you will love... 320/308/180 thyme4jen wrote: > Hello, > > I am a stay at home mom to 3 children. Two of my little ones just > went back to public school after home schooling for 3 years. Some > where in the last 3 years with lupus, fibromyalgia and through post > partem depression I managed to gain about 100 lbs. Now its time to > get rid of it. > > The depression is gone... and we are buying a new house. The older > kids are back in public school and I have adjusted to that. The baby > is almost 3 and mom is ready! > > My eating habits are horrible in that I will go all day without > eating a thing and then stuff myself at dinner. So, my plan is to eat > smaller meals more frequently and move move move! No more lounging > around in my night gown all day. I am getting up in the morning and > getting a shower. Trying to remember to eat better. Drinking water > and decaf tea all day long (the tea cause after too much water I want > to gag). > > I kinda started this all last week by accident and now I am making > the decision to continue it! No one can do it for me... so its time I > do it myself. > > Jen > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 17, 2002 Report Share Posted January 17, 2002 Jen: Do whatever you can to make you feel good about yourself. If that means putting on make-up every morning, do it. I have only been doing this for a week, but I have learned that my attitude is a large percent of the battle. I really hope you do whatever you need to do and we will support you. I started last Friday at 220. I now weigh 214. I have had no meat or animal products or any fats/oils or refined carbs. I feel great. I really do not miss the other foods and my jaw actually hurts from chewing all the veggies and high fiber carbs. I have made my exercise program to suit me. I love yoga and tai chi, which I combine with walking. It is not easy. In fact this is the hardest thing I have ever done (and I have been through Navy boot camp once and officer candidate training ran by Marine Corps drill instructors-I still have nightmares-lol) I truly understand how you feel. I went from 104 pounds and 11% body fat to 220 over a period of 14 yrs. I look at my wedding picture and shake my head. My 12yr old can fit into my wedding dress. So keep your chin up. You are worth this. You are worth more than your weight or any thing else. Take care and if you need anything, please let me know. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 17, 2002 Report Share Posted January 17, 2002 --- pansygirl <pansygirl@...> wrote: > > I truly understand how you feel. I went from 104 > pounds and 11% body fat to > 220 over a period of 14 yrs. I look at my wedding > picture and shake my head. > My 12yr old can fit into my wedding dress. > > Oh , I can relate to that. I have an 11 year old that is wearing the clothes I wore AFTER I had my youngest one almost 3 years ago. I hate seeing her in all these cute little outfits when I feel like couch potato. I have to say I have been moving all day today. I have only sat down for more than 15 minutes once. Course now I have been sitting for about an hour... and pretty soon here I will be vegging out for the night... lol small steps... but I am doing it. Jen __________________________________________________ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 17, 2002 Report Share Posted January 17, 2002 Hi Jen, Congrats on taking the time for you to get started!! I have a few friends that have Lupus and I know how hard it is for them to lose weight. Only one has been really successful and I'm sure it is because she is in remission. It is very hard to lose. I hope you will post often and if you need anything let us know!! --- thyme4jen <thyme4jen@...> wrote: > Hello, > > I am a stay at home mom to 3 children. Two of my > little ones just > went back to public school after home schooling for > 3 years. Some > where in the last 3 years with lupus, fibromyalgia > and through post > partem depression I managed to gain about 100 lbs. > Now its time to > get rid of it. ===== Porkchop 267/237/135 01/13/2002 Cincinnati, Ohio A Winner Never Quits and A Quitter Never Wins. Feel free to add me to your Messenger: cincyporkchop FriendsHelpingFriends/ __________________________________________________ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 26, 2004 Report Share Posted March 26, 2004 > Well, hi there...just dropping a note..I'm a " pre-newbie " . I am > scheduled for surgery with Dr. Montgomery on April 8. I'm really > excited. I have waited for this all of my life and am ready to get > this party started. Any pearls of wisdom would be greatly > appreciated on what to expect. Thanks. > B. Good Hey, what a coincidence! I'm also a " pre-newbie " , and I too am scheduled for April 8th surgery with Dr. Montgomery. Obviously, I don't have any pearls of wisdom to offer you yet, , but I do wish you best of luck with your surgery. -- Jeff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 30, 2004 Report Share Posted March 30, 2004 > > Well, hi there...just dropping a note..I'm a " pre-newbie " . I am > > scheduled for surgery with Dr. Montgomery on April 8. I'm really > > excited. I have waited for this all of my life and am ready to > get > > this party started. Any pearls of wisdom would be greatly > > appreciated on what to expect. Thanks. > > B. Good > > > Hey, what a coincidence! I'm also a " pre-newbie " , and I too am > scheduled for April 8th surgery with Dr. Montgomery. Obviously, I > don't have any pearls of wisdom to offer you yet, , but I do > wish you best of luck with your surgery. > > -- Jeff Hi and Jeff, I just got banded on 3/24 at Evergreen Hospital. I also work in the operating room there. I know Dr. Montgomery and work with him often. In fact his partner (Dr. Watkins) was the assist with my doctor (Dr. Clinch) for my procedure. Helpful hints: 1. I know they like their patients to lose a few pounds before the procedure. This does make a difference as far as how difficult it is to visualize the area the band is placed. It can make the difference between a case taking 60 minutes -vs- 120 minutes. 2. I think it really helped to be on a liquid diet for a couple of days before the procedure. The Adkins protien drinks really work because they stick with you for a while. 3. The hospital is set up well for the program. They use what is similar to a hover matt that will be well concealed under the sheet. This is great for moving you onto and off of the stretchers and same for moving you onto your bed post-op. It works with air. The mattress fills with air and literally lifts you off of the bed. You don't have move over by yourself (which can be embarrassing). 4. They have appropriately sized gowns/stretchers/wheel chairs for us that are a little fluffy. They make every attempt not to make you feel large. They start the IV and then interview you(ask health questions) you usually get a coctail(some meds to relax you) before going back to the OR. Once in the OR you will notice a lot of equipment. This is all used to help the OR team do your surgery perfectly. All the equipment is top notch and works like a charm. Once moved over to the OR bed, the OR nurse will place a mask over you mouth and you will be asked to take a few deep breaths. Your doctor will come into the room and comfort you until you fall off to sleep. I honestly don't remember much after that. 5. Post-op: I woke up in no pain. They use quite a bit of local and it lasts most of the day. I had very little nausea, which was easily taken care with meds. You will have boots on your feet that inflate/deflate regularly, which helps to reduce your chances of getting any blood clots in your legs. You will get a couple of injections of Heparin over the next 24 hours to aid in this also (usually in the leg). 6. The anesthesia made me groggy so I had to have O2 nose cannula. Kind of irritating, but necessary. 7. The room you will go into post-op is a beautiful single room with a couch that turns into a bed if anyone wants to stay for the night with you. 8. The staff are very supportive and positive about the surgery. 9. You may get some shoulder pain from the air left in the abdominal cavity. I got some but it was not bad. You get broth and jello and a couple of med cups to drink it with. Just drink it slowly until you know that it is going down well. You will know right away. It took me all day to finish my first serving but it was a lot easier to eat the dinner version (which is just more of the same) 10. Day after surgery: This was my worst day and it wasn't that bad. The local wears off and the incision that the port was put in is a little painful when you get out of bed. You get visited by the nutritionist and the bariatric counselor. They are both very supportive and are a wealth of information. Make sure to have plenty of broth, jello, and other clear liquids available at home before you go in for surgery. Maybe even make up some jello the morning of surgery. That first day home from the hospital all you really want to do is sleep. But make sure to try to get your fluids in. 11. 6 days later: The only discomfort I have is still the site of the port but I am told this takes a little while to go away. Your " new " stomach lets you know just how much it wants. Pressure is a sure sign you need to stop eating(drinking). Gas seems to be a little bit of a problem. It doesn't feel good in the stomach and seems to be abundant coming from the other end(feels good when it comes out but is a little embarrassing, ha ha!) I've been told GasX works well so I just got some today. I feel well enough to go back to work and hope to do so after seeing the doctor on Thursday. Both Dr. Montgomery and Dr. Watkins are great. Their patients have lost almost 10,000lbs. in the last year. They have a great nurse in their office that is also banded and has perfected the art of fills. The doctor I am going to, Dr. Clinch, is also very good. We are lucky. Great surgeons, great support from the hospital, and a great support group to go to. Congratulations on making a decision that will only improve the rest of your life. May be I'll see you on April 8th, if I'm allowed to go back to work. Write me and let me know how you do. Hope this helps you both!!! Take Care and Good Luck, Kathy Ross (sorry so long - just very excited about this new step) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 31, 2004 Report Share Posted March 31, 2004 Thank for all the info, Kathy. You've given me a lot better idea what to expect, especially in terms of the post-surgical experience and the meds I'll be receiving. I'm not sure, but it sounds like you stayed overnight at the hospital. I'm scheduled for an outpaitent procedure, so my experience may be a little different than yours. -- Jeff pre-op 4/8/04 Dr. Montgomery > > Hi and Jeff, > I just got banded on 3/24 at Evergreen Hospital. I also work in the > operating room there. I know Dr. Montgomery and work with him often. > In fact his partner (Dr. Watkins) was the assist with my doctor (Dr. > Clinch) for my procedure. > Helpful hints: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 31, 2004 Report Share Posted March 31, 2004 > Thank for all the info, Kathy. You've given me a lot better idea > what to expect, especially in terms of the post-surgical experience > and the meds I'll be receiving. I'm not sure, but it sounds like you > stayed overnight at the hospital. I'm scheduled for an outpaitent > procedure, so my experience may be a little different than yours. > > -- Jeff > pre-op 4/8/04 > Dr. Montgomery > Hi Jeff, You're right mine was done on inpatient status. I will be anxious to hear how the outpatient -vs- inpatient differs. Good Luck. Maybe we will meet at the support groups. I'll be thinking of you on the 8th. Good Luck, Kathy Ross Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 18, 2004 Report Share Posted September 18, 2004 Hi Jeanette and Welcome! It sounds like you're doing the right thing in seeking second (or even third) opinions!, and arming yourself with as much knowledge as possible to help your little guy. Firstly, I want to ask what surgery is the Ortho recommending? There are surgeries that are more necessary and successful than others. I would personally stay well away from a fusion at this time, and the same would go for growth rods. There is a surgery, Titanium Rib that IS working for kids. Where is your son's curve? Does he have a compensatory curve? I'm guessing that his scoliosis isn't considered Congenital? Has he been braced at all? I'm guessing no? My daughter (5yo) had a 45 degree curve, though she'd been wearing a plactic brace, 23 hours a day for approx a year. We now go to Shriner's in Salt Lake City where the Ortho is " casting " . Right now her curve is 8 degree's!!!! We are one of the families that travel, as we live in Vancouver, Canada. But obviously we think its worth it! I'm sure others will reply to your post, but I just wanted to say Welcome, and you're in the right place for advice and support. Jacki > Hello, > > My name is Jeanette and I am new to this group. > > Our 4 year old son was just officially diagnosed with severe infantile > scoliosis earlier this week. I had noticed a very slight curve at two > months but his pediatrician said it was too soon to do anything, just wait > and see. Since then we haved moved from NV to CA. As soon as I told his > new ped. about the curve, we started with the x-rays, and visits to an > ortho. We had our first appt. at Shriners this week, they said they believe > the curve is at 55, although my husband and I don't believe the standing > x-ray is entirely accurate (squirmy kid ). > > They are in the process of scheduling an mri, and said they would like to > start surgery asap afterward. We are trying to educate ourselves as best we > can. There's so much information, we are feeling overwhelmed and confused. > We definitely want to get other opinions, but don't plan to until after the > mri, so we have more info. We feel like we don't know where to start. The > thought of multiple and invasive surgeries completely terrifies us. We are > desparate for an alternative that won't leave him in worse condition. > > We are stressed due to the fact that we are in a small town, and the > Shriners we are assigned to is 8 hours away; although, I see some of you > have travelled over seas for care. We are just now getting over the shock > of what is happening and are ready to learn everything we can. If anybody > has any advice for us we would really appreciate your help. Thanks, > Jeanette > > _________________________________________________________________ > FREE pop-up blocking with the new MSN Toolbar – get it now! > http://toolbar.msn.click-url.com/go/onm00200415ave/direct/01/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 21, 2004 Report Share Posted September 21, 2004 Hi Jeanette, I live in California also. I go to Utah and see Dr. D'Astous for my 1 year old son . Sacramento was not even an option for me since they don't cast there. I am in Southern California, where are you? Crista Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 30, 2005 Report Share Posted January 30, 2005 Welcome to CAST ! This is a very educated, compassionate, genuine group of parents who have a lot of insight on the different types and treatments for infantile/congenital/juvenile scoliosis. Please read the website. www.infantilescoliosis.org in its entirety for more info, succesful testimonials on early treatment w/ POP jackets, etc. If your interested in acquiring more info on early treatment with POP jackets (plaster casts), please e-mail me privately with the address that you would like me to send the video/info to. If you decide that you want to keep the video, you can pay for $15.00 for it. If not, you can just send it back, so it can be circulated to other interested families. Thanks for joining the group. Sincerely, H. Just getting started > > > Hello to all, > Alot of your alls experiences sound so familuar. My daughter is 2yr > 8mons and has just been diagnosed with scoliosis. I am trying to do > as much research as possible to choose the best treatment for her. > We are going to shriners in Shreavport, LA and they are making a > removable cast for her as we speak. She is at a 30% curve with > rotation in the thorasic area. I have noticed most of you seem to > have a " cast " which is not removable. Is that due to the degree of > curve or is that the procedure that is done in your area?? Also > have any of you had any experience with the S.T.A.R.S. program, that > is out of Baton Rough, LA? They are using a Copes Dynamic Brace > that has air pockets on the inside of the brace. Give me your alls > insight on treatment and what is ahead. I see some of your children > also wore or are wearing the Doc helmet. Celine wore one after her > metopic stanosis surgery, and had wonderful results. A little > history on us: Celine has 3 geneticist, 2 nerologists, a > pulmonoligist, 2 orthopedist, a craniologist, and on, and on. Last > year we averaged about 7-9 doctors visits per month, trying to find > out what she has. But as many of you know everything keeps coming > back within normal limits. She is wearing AFOs (leg braces) due to > her low muscle tone and has always not eaten alot. She has had low > weight issues from birth and is just now doing o.k. with her weight > (the dr put us on ensure instead of pediasure due to the calorie > level is 350). She now eats what she will and I give her pediasure > 2x a day. She is still not walking on her own but uses a walker and > holds our hands. We just keep moving on one step at a time. This > year we haven't had quite as many drs appt. I would appriciate as > much insight as possible. My husband and I thought she had > scoliosis a year ago, but we saw a orthopedist that told us no, and > that she would never have it because her bone was to dense and > strong for her to have it. Well guess what we have it. I know God > has blessed us all with these special children for a purpose and he > knows exactly what they are going through and what they have. He > also knows that it takes special parents to do all they can for > their children with special needs or not. My prayers will be with > you all as you go through the challanges, frustrations, and joy > ahead. > God Bless, > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 9, 2005 Report Share Posted June 9, 2005 Beth, I am just starting this journey, too. Like you I work full time and am raising 4 kids. I don't know much about the process but would be willing to chat if you would like to. ID: plyweedmom -- just getting started Hey everyone. I'm looking for some support, and would like to give some support, too, after I get going on this thing. It's really hard for me to believe that it works. I'm just a regular person who has two jobs, is raising two kids by myself, and doesn't have a whole lot of fun stuff going on, because all I do is work! I am looking for some happiness and self-esteem. I'm tired of looking frumpy and having gross clothes to wear. I am about to work at a college, and I want to look better! Any words of encouragement??? Thanks- Beth --------------------------------- Discover Find restaurants, movies, travel & more fun for the weekend. Check it out! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 9, 2005 Report Share Posted June 9, 2005 I've been on and off exercising for almost three years. I've had some successes, but something always seems to derail me. So, I kinda consider myself in the same boat--a beginner. I think that if you really want it badly enough, anything is possible. Good luck and work hard! > Beth, > I am just starting this journey, too. Like you I work full time and am > raising 4 kids. I don't know much about the process but would be willing to > chat if you would like to. > > ID: plyweedmom > > -- just getting started > > Hey everyone. I'm looking for some support, and would like to give some > support, too, after I get going on this thing. It's really hard for me to > believe that it works. I'm just a regular person who has two jobs, is > raising two kids by myself, and doesn't have a whole lot of fun stuff going > on, because all I do is work! I am looking for some happiness and > self-esteem. I'm tired of looking frumpy and having gross clothes to wear. > I am about to work at a college, and I want to look better! Any words of > encouragement??? Thanks- Beth > > > --------------------------------- > Discover > Find restaurants, movies, travel & more fun for the weekend. Check it out! > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 9, 2005 Report Share Posted June 9, 2005 I don't know how to do this yet! I'm trying to reply to plyweedmom! Thanks for the encouragement. Yes, I'd love to chat with you about B4L. Beth shadoweloc <shadoweloc@...> wrote: I've been on and off exercising for almost three years. I've had some successes, but something always seems to derail me. So, I kinda consider myself in the same boat--a beginner. I think that if you really want it badly enough, anything is possible. Good luck and work hard! > Beth, > I am just starting this journey, too. Like you I work full time and am > raising 4 kids. I don't know much about the process but would be willing to > chat if you would like to. > > ID: plyweedmom > > -- just getting started > > Hey everyone. I'm looking for some support, and would like to give some > support, too, after I get going on this thing. It's really hard for me to > believe that it works. I'm just a regular person who has two jobs, is > raising two kids by myself, and doesn't have a whole lot of fun stuff going > on, because all I do is work! I am looking for some happiness and > self-esteem. I'm tired of looking frumpy and having gross clothes to wear. > I am about to work at a college, and I want to look better! Any words of > encouragement??? Thanks- Beth > > > --------------------------------- > Discover > Find restaurants, movies, travel & more fun for the weekend. Check it out! > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 9, 2005 Report Share Posted June 9, 2005 Beth, It does work. I dieted on and off most of my life without results, but BFL has worked for me and it can for you too. I have dropped 55 pounds since January, without cravings. I think the best advice I can give you is to log and measure everything you eat, whether it be by pen and paper or software. Invest in an electronic food scale. I use Diet Power software to log my food intake. Read Skwigg's site and Hussman's site. Especially this section http://www.hussman.org/fitness/#trouble. According to Hussman most people under estimate their food intake by 50%! I was one of those people. It takes a deficit of 3500 calories to lose a pound of fat. That's only 500 calories a day. Put the effort into planning your meals. Do _not_ allow yourself to leave home without food or knowing that you will have access to healthy food. Always keep a can of Fat Free Reddi Wip in your fridge in case of an emergency! When I started BFL, my friends and co-workers would rib me about toting around my little cooler full of food and water. I just took it in stride and kept to my plan. Those same friends are now VERY interested in how I have lost so much weight. They are now asking my advice on what to eat and how do they get started on their weight loss journey. BFL has become a way of life. I still log my food, because I am a nerd and love to run the number, make charts, and drive people crazy with my uncanny ability to look at their plate and give a calorie total for the meal. I think and I were separated at birth. At this point I can estimate most of my portions. I do however occasionally check myself to keep my eye calibrated. Good Luck! Computer wrote: > Beth, > I am just starting this journey, too. Like you I work full time and am >raising 4 kids. I don't know much about the process but would be willing to >chat if you would like to. > > ID: plyweedmom > >-- just getting started > >Hey everyone. I'm looking for some support, and would like to give some >support, too, after I get going on this thing. It's really hard for me to >believe that it works. I'm just a regular person who has two jobs, is >raising two kids by myself, and doesn't have a whole lot of fun stuff going >on, because all I do is work! I am looking for some happiness and >self-esteem. I'm tired of looking frumpy and having gross clothes to wear. >I am about to work at a college, and I want to look better! Any words of >encouragement??? Thanks- Beth > > >--------------------------------- >Discover > Find restaurants, movies, travel & more fun for the weekend. Check it out! > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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