newlapper

Hi there from Tennessee, everyone in here is the best, look forward to be talking to ya. I was banded 5/05/04

I had my 1st fill yesterday and it felt like a beesting and then I didn't feel the other needle that they use for the fill.

I find that before yesterday, (FILL) I could snack on carbs (crackers, a few chips, etc) But this tool stops me and before I could eat 1/2 box or a bag I will stop. Mentally, I 'm gonna also let this band work, as well as physically. I need to walk. I really haven't even started! So I agree with you sista.

Do you still get full some? I will always have a hard time drinking later after a meal. That's my biggest challenge. I guesss it's habit. I was starving last night and I licked on peanut butter from a spoon, even though I'm suppose to be on liquids. It really gave me energy and filled me. AND WENT DOWN FINE!!!!!!!!! That should be our next saqying "Went down fine" Ha

How much Alex does your hold? Mine holds 10 and I've got a lot to go...

I was hoping that I would atleast get 1cc, oh well. It sure is hard going back to liquids again. I've got so much UNJURY mix I guess I'll drink it. I should sell it to someone cheaper, than ordering it. It's really good.. What are you gonna do to pass these 3 days off. HA HA . You are also doing a great job.

Hi there, I just had my first fill today. I was his 1st fill he ever done. He did great. He only give me .8 and liquids for 2 days, etc. Pray this will help. I've lost 18lbs in 6weeks.

Where do you get amplify? I don't think I have ever heard of it.

I know the doctor said that I could wait and have it a week later, but I'm so excited for the drop of some poundage, I don't want to wait. Hey, I've got to reming myself (look where all of my PIG OUTS) got me. HA! HA! We are just going a couple of hrs away to Gatlinburg to Dollywood and Waterpark. It'll be fun.

Yeah, for some reason when you neglect or forget abt it, it says I'm still here. I go in for my 1st fill on the 18th. It will be 6wks. I've held onto the 15lbs I lost. I'm ready for it. How will my diet be effected, since we are going on vacation 3 days later. Ha! I think my doctor said about 2 days liquids, does that sound correct?

On 5/05/04, I became a bander. I haven't lost anymore weight except for the 16 lbs I lost 1 wk post-op. The lady that had it the same day as me has lost 38 lbs. She was about 50-60 lbs heavier. It's sickening and I know everyone is different. I'm proud of myself, though. It just kinda made me want to drink more and walk more..

I also love this website, it's the best. You look wonderful in your picture. I had my band done 5/05/04 and I'm still holding on to the 17lbs I lost the 1st 2weeks, and I go in for my 1st fill on the 18th. I can't wait since I haven't really lost anymore. This great site and reading from this, told me not to worry over these 1st 6 weeks of healing and hardly no restriction and now I feel great and not worried. Thank you fellow BAND SISTERS & BROTHERS!

That is absolutely wonderful. Everyone is so proud of you. Keep up the good work.

what part of Tn are you in? My doctor is wanting to do more lap band. He will work with you and may even cut some costs.. Let me know.

What is the reason that they are not covering you. I went to Centennial in Nashville, Houston did my band and it was covered at 100%.

I am also 2wks post-op. I am really trying to stay away from carbs also, but I'm not seeing any weight loss. I did lose 15lbs the 1st week though. My 1st adjustment is in 4 weeks. Will that help my weight loss any? Eating and chewing my food slowly is really going well. Kentucky Fried Chicken has some great roasted strips. CHEW, CHEW, CHEW. Does anyone have any suggestions? Is this normal?

What do you mean? I agree it needs to be more doctors, and hopefully theat'll change soon. I f people would look at the Band compared to the other. Ya know?

This is my 11th day post-op. I feel great. I decided to try green beans, mash potato with gravy and slowly enjoyed it. Felt burst of energy, then walked 1 mile. I think soft is good with my yogurt.

No, I sipped on about acup of tomato soup throughout the day yesterday and that is all I'm doing. I think that should be fine. I am still drinking my required protein drinks so I BE FINE. Thanks you lovely lappers, together we will be winners

I ordered unjury and I got them yesterday and they are really good, even though I also add a little pkg of splenda. Delicious.

I'm in my 2nd week and I'm suppose to do the shakes, but sometimes I do still get hungrey. I had some tomato soup that I sip on. Does everyone thing that will be ok? This is my 10 th day. The doctor said only protein drinks

what kind of drainage?

i'M THINKING AND EVERYBODY THINK WITH ME. I still believe our little morning coffee's with maybe alittle fat-free carnation creamer and splenda or equal will not hurt anything. Just think if we had pancakes, danishes, muffins, etc. So, let's all enjoy our coffee. lol What ya think?

I called the lady that had her lap done 1 hr before me and ck'd on her since we will meet on Thurs for our 1 week post-op visit. She has lost 21 lbs. I can't hardly believe it. I didn't have quite as much to lose as she did, but I'm working on 10-12lbs. I won't know for sure until Thurs. It's amazing if we look back on how really food and too much are all the reasons for obesity. I know this liquid stage is hopefully over tomorrow and week 2 begins. lol

I had surgery on the 5th and started on the 7th and wasn't suppose too until the 13th... Has that been a great thing or what, plus I'm sick, I always get a cold after a hospital stay, I believe it the room is well ventilated and small. I go for my 1st post- op Thurs, can't wait to see my little week loss. I've never not had food like this. Liquids for 6 days now. lol