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I guess I never shopped at Victorias Secret because I never thought that they would carry bigger sizes. Now I have something to look forward to...shopping and getting a fitting!

It's funny how after being banded or additional fills it really does change the way we prepare our food, avoid certain types of food that may not go through as smooth as we would like it to. I really didn't realize this either until I was banded. Also, one day a food might work and for some reason not the next day. It really depends on my body, temperature, if I have been laying down for a while, if I drank a lot if liquid, or not enough. Crazy but no regrets!

Congrats on the bra size. I have actually watched my triceps and biceps all over arms get smaller using free weights and machine. Sounds like a lot of work but it is well with the compliments. Oh yea shoulder workouts really help that area.

Yes slow to lose but at least it will stay off:) I chose to go slower and was banded December 21, 2010. The first couple if months I lost maybe 18 pounds. Then slower maybe a pound a week on average but really slow. By the time I hit my fill in March, 2012 at 5cc I really sprang into weight loss action. I had dropped 17 pounds through May...then not much. So I started working out, didn't lose pounds but inches and size. So I knew I was doing something right. Now in August I am at 5.75 fill not getting but 5-6 small bites down... Usually happens the first week after my fills, I just don't eat. So I have to supplement with Protein anything. Key points: don't give up, keep your protein to at least 60 grams, try to stay under your calories (mine 1,200), small bites, lots of chews, good healthy choices, and most of all enjoy the journey yes it may be slow. I was at 268 and I'm down to 179. Size 24 down to almost a size 12. There is light at the end of the tunnel.

Yes I have had this feeling! I think the stomach muscles are tightened from the adjustment (guessing) and getting used to the change. That's why we do full liquids for some time for stomach to get situated. I think also that's why I have some restriction issues for the first two weeks after fill. Our bodies have to get used to the fill. I think also our eating habits like chewing and smaller bites. I've had to really practice that. But, I have had twitches after a fill.

I had a 1/4cc fill last Tuesday, an on vacation in Vegas, and some things I was eating last week just aren't going down. I call this my toddler band behavior!!!! So, tried to eat half of an in and out bunless burger...didn't happen! Slimed up and had to opt for a MetRx Protein gelato shake at a mall. Disappointed? Sure. Trial and error. I know my body enough now that at least two weeks after a fill, I have difficulty. But I can get liquids down. Don't use a straw you probably know this. Yesterday I had chopped up deli turkey and muenster cheese for lunch and it went down just fine. Have you had a recent fill?

To add, I am one patient who chose to go slow in agreement with my doctor that this would be a gradual change of lifestyle. I am thankful I didn't go too fast. But the amazing thing is, people that see me and know me are shocked at my smaller appearance. An amazing feeling.

CaseyP, You are going to be fine. Everyone I think might have felt like a weight loss failure. I even questioned myself on the decision to get the band. I am 18 months banded and at 5.75 fill and down to 179. I am excercising almost every day and watching my calories. Sure, there are still tough days, but I never regret having this surgery. I feel good when I get up in the morning. I have more energy during the day and evening. I sleep like a baby (happy one) at night. Just keep your head in the game, be positive, and stay with support!

I've lost over 85 pounds and I've had to go through three bra sizes starting at 46DD down to now 38DD but now my cup size is changing to a possible D. Happy about it but wish I had a breast lift.

My point is...take it slow after fills because it may change your eating and your habits as well. I am learning that I must take smaller bites and chew, chew, chew. Some textures do not work for me when it does for others. I think everyone is different. I can't have any type of bread or dry meat period. Good news is that I'm down 4 pounds!

Yep! I knew I would have some issues as I vacation in Vegas. My band fill was moved from mid July to August 2...right before vacation. I had my surgeon do a 1/4cc fill. Boy am I glad because I usuly have issues the first two weeks of a fill in that I can't always eat foods I normally eat. Band is a toddler and so am I!!!! It seems that of course the first few days I'm in full liquids but it takes the second week to slowly introduce my regular foods back in. I tried a half if a buffalo burger at Fuddruckers... Ain't gonna happen. My night was ruined, was on Zofran and could barely get a 1/2 cup ice cream down. However, I was in sun all day in hot Vegas so maybe that changed things.

Thank you for the skinny brand, I haven't seen that yet but I will hunt for it.

SAMs Club here in Colorado. Might want to try costco but I haven't been to Cistco in years. Ther are inexpensive, our preschool groups love them and so do the teachers!

My cup of coffee keeps things smooth!!!!

Since my most recent fill, I'm also struggling with the amount of food to get the adequate intake of protein. I'm finding that I'm not drinking as much water....bad. So this week I will concentrate on adding two protein shakes one in morning and one in evening. I'm exercising a lot too. This Fitness Pal that all have talked about has been helpful. I just started this about three weeks ago. It seems two weeks after my fills I have to be very mindful on eating.

I was advised by my nutritionist to keep it to one cup of day nit for erosion but dehydration. It suppresses my appetite but...I use fattening creamer!!!! So defeats the purpose. But this is the one thing I will keep...I have to be to work by 6:30 am so I enjoy that first part of morning when I sip my creamer with coffee. I need to find a good fat free sugar free one...haven't yet.

Had a very small 1/4 cc added fill, and my weight is dropping...went from 185 to 180!!!!!! Im sure the 3 day full liquids is making that look great, but it is a jumpstart mentally. My chest looks smaller and I'm feeling great. Feeling less hungry between meals and my meals are substantially smaller, getting about a half cup just this week. I think this just might b the green zone.

So, in this journey I decided at this long awaited appointment, I would just want a 1/4cc fill. My next fill in October. I"m ready to ease into regular food ( fill was Wednesday). My surgeon thinks I could be close to zone but nay need small adjustment in next month or so. He may be right. I just don't want to be so restricted that my body doesn't take food like some on these forums. I definitely know I will have to take smaller bites and more chews. Not quite to a 6cc yet, but close. I'll see how the next few days fair for me with this adjustment. anyone going through this issue or fear of being too tight or not enough? I have option to go back before my vacation on Tuesday. Time will tell in solid food tomorrow for sure.

I remember being at a 3cc fill and as much as I wanted to eat lots of things, I stuck to the foods on my list. But I really didn't start understanding what restriction felt like until about 4cc. Now that I'm at 5.75 cc I realize how important chewing a lot, small bites, and taking my time means. It's crucial and also important that I make every bite count with Protein and veggies. Good luck in journey:)

I'm excited about trying this app. So far I'm just doing intervals every few minutes. Imagine we have come this far to run!!!!! Would never have thought i could even love to exercise.

This is one thing I will focus on is to eat no more than a cup, so far only a half three days after this most current fill of 1/4cc doesn't quite put me at 6cc but real close.

With this most recent fill on Wednesday, I am actually tight in evening. Can't get 1/2c food in yet, still should stay with soft but I tried to eat home made chili...belched up a little slime (sorry too much info) but it scared me. I'm ok now... But I think I shall stop til I feel better. If this tightness stays in evening this might be good for me.

Yep I was just there! Felt like grazing and eating faster between meal times. Very slow weight loss but high intensity exercising. So I wasn't sure if that's why I was getting hungrier! So, I did just get my 10 band adjusted from 5.5 to 1/4cc more. I think this may be the magic move to jump start my weight loss, three days of full liquids. Don't want to throw up or slime, that's just too much restriction. This is a tough time, this band like a toddler at times!!!

Had fill today. Mine: 3 days full liquids.

My surgeon says to stay on full liquids for three days then to regular foods. I just got a fill 1/4cc so I'm at 5 3/4 cc restriction in 10cc band. This full liquid gets the tummy calm to heal after adjustment. I was given a paper to follow.