Poodlelover56

I am guessing its swelling from the fill. I have had two fills and both times I felt restriction for a few weeks and then it subsided. I have some restriction but not at green zone yet. My third fill is tomorrow! Wish me luck! I'm down 35 lbs. Banded 10/12/11.

Good luck slm2007. I am going for my third fill tomorrow. I have some restriction but am not in the green zone yet. I actually had the PA say that it's not about the numbers! Really? Then why are we banded? I had to take out my Iphone with my weight watchers app ( I go every week for support and weigh in) and show her my weight record because the surgeon's office messes up the record and their scalevis admittedly 6 lbs over! And I go to a bariatric center of excellence. Hard to believe. So hang in and don't give up!!

Warfield 23, it's a little hard tovtell you how tovdo the program because it is based on points and everyone is different.

41 points seems very high. I am at 26 points. Why so high? That would be way too much food for a bandster.

It sounds ludicrous. I was told to start my protein drinks as soon as I was able. I don't get where your surgeon is coming from. It makes no logical sense. You need protein to heal, to regain your strength.

Did you participate in a post bariatric surgery program? I was banded on 10/12 and am required to go through this 12 week program which includes exercise, nutrition classes, meditation and discussion. Sometimes people re-up if they've fallen off the wagon, which it sounds like you've done. Do you need a fill? A few weeks ago, I asked the dietician why people gain weight back. Her answer was " grazing". It sounds like you're not meal planning and you are carbo loading with the ice cream and wine, which leads to more carbs. It's a slippery slope. You need to get your mind around the reasons you were banded. Maybe go on liquids for a few days and clear out your system. Don't undue all your hard work. Best of luck!

I am in the waiting room of my surgeon's office waiting for my 2nd fill. I was banded 10/12/11. I am down 30 lbs. the first fill gave me some restriction, but I can still eat anything. I stay full longer and am definitely getting the stop signal, but I am not at the green zone in any way yet. It's a very personal experience. Some people need no fills, others need many. But it was the best decision I have made for myself. Good luck to you on your journey to band land!

I had a nsv at the movie theatre today. I was able to cross my legs comfortably in my seat!

I would not try to bring it up. Walk around, it will pass. Then go back to full liquids for a few days. Let your body heal. Don't stress your new pouch with meat.

Congrats on all your success. I am within 7 lbs of one-derland and I'm so excited. I think that dating again with all that weight gone will give you lots of options. Let's face it, size matters when it comes to the dating world. Good luck! Enjoy your success and all the possibilities!

It's all very normal. The fatigue, the achiness, the gas and fullness. You have to remember that everyone is in such a different physical state going in to this surgery. Some of the variables are age, weight, existing co morbidities. I think most people push themselves too quickly and are anxious to just get on with their lives and the weight loss journey. My advice would be: give yourself time to rest, heal, and recover. You WILL feel like yourself again. Go easy.

Very sorry for your loss and the pain you feel. I too lost my mom and my dad two years apart when I was in my early thirties. I am 55 now, so it was a long time ago. It will get better in time. Let yourself cry if you need to. But try to keep in mind this one thought." How is putting all the wrong foods in my mouth going to help me?" You have to work through the emotional eating and stop doing it. I'm sure your mom would want the best for you. And that means weighing less than 300 lbs. Over eating solves nothing and it certainly won't help your grief. Best of luck. We are all here for you. Just don't go for the food. Keep working out. It's the best anti depressant there is. Arlene

Glad to hear it. That's awesome!

How do you get a ticker?

It's ok. I didn't mean to sound so harsh. I think I misunderstood you. But even 1-2 lbs a week is awesome too. That's all that is expected. I was banded 10/12 and have been losing 1/2 - 2 lbs a week. I had my first fill 12/1 and lost 3 lbs this week so I was thrilled. But I'm trying to be realistic that I won't lose 3 a week through the whole process. Do you exercise? I'm really trying to get on my exercise bike more. I know exercise boosts weight loss and tones in the process. Arlene