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My dr put mine on my waist line... Like not even an inch away from my belly button. Needless to say on my first fill I was shocked to see where it was located

Yes I haven't learned how to slow down my eating and am still in my old habits. But maybe after today lesson will be learned.

Ok so I've had two episodes of gagging and wanting to throw up after I eat? Why? Is it the food I'm eating? Eating too fast? I didn't actually up chuck but I almost did... Any thoughts???? Thanks

Y'all are all right.. I can get back on track and I will. Thanks for all the sweet words!!!!!!!

What is a 5-day pouch test???

For the past month i have gotten off track so bad... I haven't gained any weight but I haven't lost any either. I have not exercised or eaten the way I should. Any encouraging words to help me get back on track would be greatly appreciated.. From the words of my grandma she said " you paid all that money and your not going to do a thing about it????" That has really hit me hard and come Monday morning I am getting back on track and I am going to lose the weight I not only NEED to but what I want to lose to feel good. Hope everyone has a good week and I love this site to come and read and see all of the encouraging things y'all post!!!!!

I was banded on June 28th and lost 30lbs!!!

So I was banded on June 28, 2012 and I'm at the point where I'm eating again and everything. So my question is if I eat the whole kids meal portion is that bad???? But the other day I ordered a kids meal chicken dinner and only at one chicken finger and a few potatoes??? So I don't eat it all, all the time... But coming to the realization of what I used to eat and how little I eat now is the most wonderful feeling the world. Looking back at my portion sizes kills me and breaks my heart that I did that to myself. My new banded life is treating me well and I'm loving every minute of it!!!!!

Those are all great tips

I am a fast eater... After I've eaten a meal I realized how fast I ate. How can i fix this problem?

Ok I feel a little better thanks!!!

My first fill was 6 wks after surgery and I'm not sure how much was put in there. As for restriction I have a tiny bit but for now it's working!!! I have lost 32 lbs since my pre op diet which started June 17th I'm loving my band more and more everyday I'm so glad I jumped on the band wagon

Lol! Moving on

Today I accidentaly had a mess up on my part. I got a frozen icee drink and I think it has carbonation in it. What will it do to my band?? I won't drink one again

I had my first fill Monday and I'm so nervous to eat. I'm afraid of getting stuck and not knowing what to expect is a little scary. I've read on here that if you do get stuck you can drink pineapple juice or take papaya or mango to help allieviate the pain. If any of this is wrong or more information is out there please share, it would be greatly appreciated!!!!

Thanks!!!

I bought a row machine at a garage sale and I was wondering if I used that for at least 30 minutes a day would that be a good workout? Do you think it's as good as walking? I'm trying to change up my exercise routine

I did have a weird craving after surgery and it was for beef tamales... I'm on the soft diet stage but I don't know if I can even eat them

I'm 23 and got banded almost a month ago... I have lost 24lbs and this was the best decision I ever made!!!! Good luck

I try to constantly have a drink with me. Can I suck on sugar free stuff? Like mints or hard candy?

I do not get my first fill until august 6th. I'm only eating 1/2 cup of food right now. I get so hungry right after I eat and so I don't know what to do until my next meal. How can I reduce the hunger pangs???

I too had an aw ha moment the other day. I am only eating 1/2 cup of food and I realized what I was eating before... It really got my attention. I too LOVE my band

Mine may sound silly but I want to get my nose pierced... I've been wanting it for a log time

I was banded 6/28 and now that I am feeling better I am always thinking about what exercise I am going to do when I get home from work. I have never been the one to jump on the treadmill or ride my bike, but now I am starting to like it and fitting it into my daily routine

Uh oh why no chewing gum???? I've never heard of this :/