mandagay

Just wanted to take a moment to thank all of u banders that have been around the block but still come here and advise and encourage us that haven't been around long. It is so encouraging to know there is somewhere I can go and get answers from someone who has been there before. So please keep coming back and know how appreciated u are! Mahalo Manda

I would imagine also just from a practical side that they want us to wait because we are supposed to learn how to eat etc. with the band and if we get pregnant right away then we kind of set that aside and focus on the pregnancy (which we should) then. After the baby it might be hard to get into the band groove. Just a thought but congrats to all u mother to be's out there. I want to get pregnant as soon as I drop a bunch more weight!

Ur body naturally fluctuates 2-3 lbs. if u are like me and feel like u just have to weigh every day, u need to be aware of this fluctuation and not let it get u down. U r in the healing stage and need to be good to yourself emotionally (stop beating urself up) as well as physically. Ur body will comply, just give it some time.

Omg if ur sick def postpone. U do NOT want to try to recoup on top of being sick. It will only be a small wait. Def get better befor surgery.

How much weight have u lost? What kind of diet do u follow?

I have to get my diviated Septum corrected and my palette widened because of sleep apnea. Yay for another surgery! My husband had the same surgery a year ago and recovery was terrible so I can't tell u how excited I am about it all...

Try milk of magnesia. It's a life saver!

How about B12? Really boosts your energy also too many carbs can make u lethargic..

Well ud b asleep so there's nothing u could do. Ud just wake up with a huge scar and a grimacing dr hehe. It's tough but really worth it stick to the pre-op

My dr said that If they get in and your liver isn't shrunken then they have to change from larascopic to an open surgery.

Holding steady at 250. Got married yesterday and had cake at the reception. First sweet thing for me since being banded. Glad I didnt gain!!

I always feel nauseated the day I get a fill

I agree the sizes are ginormous!! Even appetizers are huge. No wonder we are an obese society! I used to have appetizers and a huge main course! The thought sickens me now!

I got a 1.1 fill yesterday making my fill 4.7 in a 10. Hoping this makes a huge difference at night. I use Vitamin e oil on my scars. Shocked at how great they look

1200 might be a little high. I have between 800-900. I have my fitness pal set at 1100 but usually never get that many. I have lost 40 lbs (including pre-op) since being banded 3-1-12.

My dr gave me a hard plastic cup with their logo that came with a straw! U may swallow a little extra air but Its not enough to slip a band and it helps me take smaller sips

I had the same thing. I was convinced a stitch had popped and was stabbing me hehe. Went away after about a week.

I always use a straw

Seems to me for every one person that says, "no way would I ever do this again", 25 more say, "absolutely, this was th best decision ever!!" I am one of the 25. Love my band. Love that food is becoming mundane! How many times have I prayed over the years to be able to lose my love of foods!?!?! Thank u band! U truly are my best friend!

I am going for my third fill today. Was banded 3-1-12. Has some issues with my first fill and had to have it removed for two weeks (terrible heart burn). Had no issues with 2nd fill (2 weeks ago). Getting married on Saturday so wanted another fill before cake because I have no restriction at all in the evenings. Only at breakfast. I am down 40 lbs so far so can't complain. Best thing I ever did for myself!

If u sit in a chair all day I'd suggest a week. That position is gonna kill ur port site

Days 4 and 5 were the worst for me. I start feeling better around day 6 and felt great by day nine.

No prob it sucks and everyone always says they feel fine! Sorry it's u but glad not alone in this hehe. Feel better!!

The good news is the larger u are the faster the weight comes off at first!