Caitlin's Journal
I have always struggled with my weight, trying numerous diet and exercise programs, but no matter how hard I tried, nothing ever worked.
- My Journey Begins
- My Support System
- The Six Month Mark: Major Milestones
- Giving Gifts and Giving Thanks
My Journey Begins
I have always struggled with my weight, trying numerous diet and exercise programs, but no matter how hard I tried, nothing ever worked. Even though I've had great acting opportunities with "Guiding Light" and the "Sopranos," I couldn't enjoy watching myself on television or concentrate on my performance because I couldn't get past the way I looked.
At only 22 years old, I needed to lose more than 100 pounds and I suffered from high cholesterol, asthma and low self-esteem. I was tired of trying diet and exercise programs that couldn't help me lose the excess weight and keep it off. Then I learned about a weight loss treatment option that is less invasive than gastric bypass and for the first time I felt hope - hope that there is something that could help me win my battle with my weight. I realized the LAP-BAND AP® Adjustable Gastric Banding System is a tool that I could work with to control my hunger and safely lose weight. That gave me the confidence and boost I needed to make this change in my life. I didn't want my health to suffer any longer. I wanted to be healthy and happy...
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My Support System
The last time I shared my story with you, I had lost 35 pounds; but since then, I've lost even more weight — now I'm 55 pounds lighter than I was on February 29th — the day of my LAP-BAND AP® Adjustable Gastric Banding System procedure. And what I've lost in weight, I have gained in happiness!
The changes in my weight have given me a confidence I never knew I had — and it's flowing through every part of my life, especially my acting career. I recently walked the red carpet at the Daytime Emmy® Awards and did my first side-by-side photo comparison with two shots from the annual pre-Emmys party event — one from last year and one from this year. Well, I really do look like a whole new person. I'm carrying myself in a totally different way...
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The Six Month Mark: Major Milestones
I can't believe it has been six months since I had my LAP-BAND AP® System. Already, I've experienced amazing changes — including losing 64 pounds to date! I'm so proud of my achievements so far, especially since I'm shedding more than those extra pounds — I'm getting rid of the emotional turmoil I used to feel and replacing it with more confidence. I've learned so much about myself, my body and what's important to me over the past six months. I know that I'm strong, I'm ambitious and I'm becoming healthier.
My mom, Barbara is also making great strides in her weight loss journey. So far, she's lost 43 pounds and looks amazing. She is also noticing positive changes, like bending over to pick something up with ease or walking up 52 steps to her apartment without stopping. I'm so excited for her progress, and we enjoy celebrating our accomplishments together...
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Giving Gifts and Giving Thanks
My favorite time of year is here! The holidays are so magical and warm, but they can also present challenges for anyone watching their weight, let alone someone who has struggled for years with their weight. And while I love gathering together with friends and family during the holidays, we often do so over big meals and lots of goodies.
This holiday season, I'm giving myself the best gift I can — the gift of health. Since my procedure, I've lost a total of 74 pounds, which I am so proud of! And this year, even though there will be temptations — those delicious holiday cookies, eggnog, turkey and stuffing — I'll enjoy them in moderation. I'll still make cookies for Santa, but instead of eating five, I'll enjoy one. And you know what, I'll enjoy that one cookie more than the five that I used to eat because I'll actually take time to taste my food and savor it. This season, my plan is to have fewer cookies and more milk. The LAP-BAND AP® System is not about limiting your life, rather, really enjoying everything you love in moderation...
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