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Small goals first...that sounds like a plan. I have to get back on track. Banded October 11th only down 32lbs. Not the bands fault...its all me. Thanks for you guys replies. Need all the help I can get.

How do you stay motivated? What changed for you after surgery? I need all the help I can get.

Considering surgery. I live in Pittsburgh' date=' PA anyone been banded by Dr. McCloskey?[/quote']

I was banded by Dr. Eid...but know great things about McCloskey. I work at Magee and know a lot of people banded by her. Good luck!!!

Welcome to the family!!!

I am late... but I am from the burgh..' date=' my doc is urbandt at wedt penn.[/quote']

Welcome!!!

My surgery is the 21st. I thought I would be nervous or excited or something more than what I am. I think I have wanted this for so long and I am finally getting it. I am just ready to start building a better me.

Good luck...and the excitement will kick in soon. Congrats and again good luck.

Hello Nadine..it's been awhile since we spoke...just checking to see how things are going since you got banded...

I'm doing pretty good. I only have 2.5cc in my band. I was really scared at first to get filled. Now I don't have any restrictions. I lost 27 pounds so far. How are you doing?

I am from Pittsburgh. I have my Surgery with Dr. Eid in January. It was suppose to be in November but he was booked.

I love Dr. Eid...his staff is great also. Good luck in January. Keep us posted on how u are. Is Pittsburgh people need to stick together. Lol

I've done excellent. I'm at 163lbs & my goal weight is 150lbs. When I went to my first seminar I was 262lbs. Then chickened out & didn't have WLS. I lost a few pounds on my own & 3yrs later I decided to make changes in my life & have WLS. I'm happy that I did it. U just hang in there because it only gets better.

I'm so happy for u. And thanks for the encouragement.

So does everyone on here have the 'lap band' or the Realize band?

I'm pretty sure:)

I'm at 4.5 cc now. I go back in 3 weeks for another fill.( due to holiday schedule and deductible reset at jan 1)

I go back Dec 28th...this time I will let them put more in. Keep up the good work.

About 7 weeks and 4days. Still trying to get the hang of it. But I wouldn't change it for the world.

Can you imagine what it would feel like without being numbed? Ouch!

I got my second fill today with numbing' date=' thank you very much![/quote']

I don't think I would have went through with it. How much do you have total? 2.5cc for me, they said that counts tubing and band.

Wow I have never been numbed at a fill! How awesome for you!

I think everyone should be numbed. But maybe I'm just a big baby. Lol

How was your first fill?

It wasn't a bad as I thought it would be. They numbed me I didn't feel a thing. I only got .5cc for a total of 2.5cc. Did u have one yet?

Had my first fill today..really scary. I only let them put in .5cc. A total of 2cc...now I wish I would have let them put more. It didn't hurt at all..but I was so scared. My next appt is Dec. 14th. Wish me luck.

I had my surgery this morning. Had to be there bright and early at 6am to where they immediatly got me to the nurse for vitals then into my gown- with the socks and mismatching hat- so sexy. Next the nurse to go over everything with me and then the IV lady' date=' and the bariatric nurse.... all at once- slight overload. Then they pushed me to pre-op and yet another nurse- along with the OR nurse...holly molly lots of nurses. Then the anasesiologist followed by my suergon... It all seemed so chaootic but not too long after all that they wheeled me back and dopped me p next thing I know I'm in post op- the procedure was quick like a bunny I guess and all went well soon after I was home. I have a little pain and discomfort around where the port is, but I hear thats to be expected. Most of the afternoon I napped, and sipped now to get to the walking part- ugh I hate this part but it will be worth it.[/quote']

Congrats..and welcome to the other side. Hope all goes well with your recovery. Remember drink, rest, walk, and drink.

Hi!

I'm new to the site and my surgery date is Dec 6th. I'm super excited and looking for new friends to help me along my journey

Welcome!!! You came to the right place. For the most part everyone here is great. You can ask anything without feeling dumb. And there is always someone here with an answer. Keep us posted and congrats!!!

I was banded 10/5. I have lost 37!

You go girl...congrats!!!

25 pounds in 6 weeks!?!!! Wow!! Congrats!

Thanks!!!

Welcome & congrats on your band success. I was Banded 12/22/10

How have you done so far. Can't wait to say I been banded two years. Congrats

Thanks ladies!!! So has everyone here already had their surgery??

I had my surgery Oct 11th...I'm six weeks out. Down about 25 pounds. First fill this Friday...hoping to be down more by the first of the year.

Just wanted to say hello to everyone!! Hope all is well! & Happy Holidays :-)

Welcome..Happy Holiday to you too!!!

Welcome!! You come to the right place the people here are very knowledgeable and most of them will answer any question that you have. Keep up the good work and remember we're always here for you.

how long from first consultation to surg? im hoping mine goes fast! any helpful info would be appreciated! im 27/ 40 bmi...

After my first appt I had to start a six month class. Every month I got something to read and weighted in. My insurance required it...but each one is different. It really help for me to go to those nutrition classes. It made the transition easier.