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My doctor makes you wait 6 weeks between the first two fills after that you can go as often as 2 weeks. Every doctor has a different protocol. I would call the office and ask them if you can move the appt up, they will tell you. Good luck to you!

Not wanting to waste money on clothes that I could not wear very long, I kept wearing all my baggy clothes. I even had a box of smaller clothes I dug out and those were now to baggy. I heard one of my favorite stores was closing (Fashion Bug), so I took a little trip there and it was true, she told me things were being reduced and soon they would close and to choose wisely because all sales are final. I bought a few things and WOW. Wearing things that fit can really make you feel fabulous. Now when I go to work I know I look good. Even tho I have not made my goal I do know that I look and feel so much better then I did 6 months ago. So I encourage all of you that are still wearing those baggy clothes to go get a few new things, even if you can't wear them in a couple months it is so worth a hundred dollars to feel like a million dollars.

I only had soreness for a few days after surgery. My port is right out there where you can see it sticking out but I do not have any problems sleeping on it. I would ask your doctor about it.

THANKS EVERYONE

Here profile says surgery was August 16th. Hope you're surgery went well Jean and have a wonderful birthday! You are an inspiration to us all.

Would absolutely do this again. I am only 4 months out but have had excellent results along with hard work. I have done what I can to keep my band in place and working. No sodas, no straws and no over eating. I eat my Protein, drink my liquids and try to stay away from sliders. There are risks with any surgery and everyone is different, what works for me may not work for someone else. Do your research and then make the decision that is right for you not because someone else has or has not had a problem but because you feel it is the right decision for you. Good luck to you.

Congrats Allison, what a great accomplishment. I can tell how happy you are.

Hi Ms Blue, I didn't get nervous until two days before my surgery and then I was going to cancel. My friend talked me thru it and I am so glad she did. I wish I would have done this much sooner. The real reason I read your post was because of your name, I am also a Ms Blue. That was my maiden name before I got married. Good luck to you on your journey.

I made it to ONDERLAND ....... YEAH! My first goal of 175 by the end of the year is looking better and better. FYI: I also flew from Florida to Las Vegas and back last week and had no trouble flying.

I thought the same thing as Karen........... great attitude. Good luck to you on your journey. Be patient and work the program and you will find the sexy you.

My doctors office said the bands are basically the same EXCEPT the Realize band is more forgiving. I went with the Realize because I don't want the band to tell me what I can and can not eat. That is a choice I want to make for myself. I am three months out tomorrow with two fills and I have had trouble eating steak and roast beef but nothing else. So I just cut it smaller and chew it more. Good luck to you on your journey.

Awesome! Way to go.

I was told we could eat baby food but only the meat ones because they have protein. I didn't eat them because they are bland tasting and boring. There are so many tasty choices (see above).

My advise is: Follow your doctors orders. Good luck.

I like tuna with mayo, chopped egg and shredded sheese. You can put it on a cracker or wheat thin, or eat it with a fork.

My port area was painful for about 6 days and hasn't bothered me since.

My doctor said it is not a good idea to take NSAIDs BUT if you need to on a regular basis then you need to be taking a PPI daily. PPI = Prilosec, Omeprazole, Nexium, Protonix, etc

AWESOME JOB B-52! Posts like your's are such and inspiration.

I was going to say what Cazzy said. I have read over and over that you should change things up so your body doesn't get in a rut. More or less calories and more or less exercise. I like the pig out day too, might need to try that one.

Really enjoyed your story, thank you for sharing. I am hoping to take some information from your story and apply it to my journey.

My husband stands behind me 100%. I only told my best friend, my sister and my daughter-in-law & son. I have sworn them all to secrecy. People at my job (the bosses who had to ok my absence) only know I had surgery, by law they can not ask. I do not need anyone else second guessing me or lecturing me on something they know nothing about. It is a personal decision to share your journey, I have chose not to share. My 6 yr old grandson who I am raising is a big reason I had my surgery. Good luck to you on your journey, I hope your boyfriend can get on board with you, it will make it easier. If this is something you feel you need to do then do not let anyone talk you out of it. Do it for yourself and to be there for you son.

Lupediva, I got my lapband card the day of my surgery, they gave it to me when I was discharged. I still have not tried to use it in a restraurant but I should. Make sure you write down your questions or you will forget something. Good luck to you.

I love mu Wii fit.

Could someone explain to me why riding in a car makes your band tighter? I sit at a desk for 8 hours a day so I don't think it would be much different. I ask because I have a 10 road trip coming up the 14th. Thanks

Just because you can eat a whole pizza doesn't mean you should.