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I have now gained 17 lbs since being pregnant and am 37 weeks and 5 days. They are going to induce the baby on Monday! Woohoo! I am anxious to see how much weight comes off. I was never completed filled to my "sweet spot." In fact, I had only had my very first fill before I got pregnant. My dr will do a fill a week after baby is born, unfortunately, I can't afford it right away. They don't bill my insurance and charge $300 each time. Too pricey for me right after a baby. Only $125 for a fill without X-ray. Anyhow, I am excited about not gaining so much and still having my band afterwards. I am just worried that I stretched out my pouch and get in trouble with the dr. when I do go in for a fill. Has anyone breastfed and still gone in for fills? Did it hinder your milk supply at all?

I am 30 1/2 weeks and have still lost the one lb. I got back to the OB tomorrow for my two week check up so we will see. I did find out Monday that I have gestantional diabetes and that it is rather high. That sugary syrup drink was horrible. I can't eat that much sugar in one sitting, so I am not too concerned about it. But, this means testing my blood sugar four times a day again. Yuck! I have really bad baby blues too - does anyone else? I intend on talking to the dr about it as well. My Ob will tie my tubes 4 weeks after baby too and my lap band dr will give me a fill one week after baby! That is something to look forward to, I think! I have been so bad with eating breads and pastas, that I am going to have to reteach myself the bandster ways!

I am 26 weeks pregnant and still have a loss of a pound since my "yes you are pregnant", doctors appointment. I feel so horrible being pregnant, I was three months out of surgery and had just gotten my very first fill three days before the big discovery. Does anyone else feel horrible about it? I am happy that my husband and I are expecting again, just wasn't ready to have a baby so soon after the surgery. I am also afraid of stretching out my band, there are days I feel that I can eat everything. I still get stuck, and full. But, I can eat bread, tortillas and all the stuff I am not supposed to be able to. I am bad about drinking with my meals too. Anyone hear about stretching out the band during pregnancy? I am sitting here in tears looking at how well everyone else is doing, from the same time I was banded, thinking - that could have been me too. Anyone else have the blues?:w00t:

Eileen, I hope that you will be able to eat normally again. I often hear that when people are stressed, they can't eat. Have you tried mushies or liquids?

Wow, thank God you are all alright! You are still newly banded, so you really need to take the time for yourself too. I couldn't imagine my house catching on fire. My prayers are with you and your family!

NM Sundshine - I am not sure what the VG stands for...sorry I am not that educated with it. I was just trying to point out that there are several different types with different fill levels. Sorry I couldn't answer you question!

It depends on what size band you have too NM Sunshine - if you have the VG band then you have a 10cc band and then there is the "average" band at it only holds 4ccs - each dr uses different ones!

Mandi - each morning I have an 8oz protein shake - with 30 grams of protein. Lunch - today I had 4 1/2 oz of lean turkey meat and 1 1/2 oz of green beans. Dinner tonight will be chili - about 6 oz of it. Every day is different, are you getting in your water, vitamins and veggies? Make sure to eat protein first too. Weightloss will slow down until your first fill too, maybe even after your second fill even - be patient, it will come soon!

Good Luck NM sunshine, I will keep my fingers crossed for you! Those fires are horrible - it is a very sad situation!

I too am very hungry all the time. I still am trying my best to eat 4-6 oz at every meal and eat my protein first, and all that good stuff. I go back and forth between a couple pounds. I am still at a 20 lb loss as of this morning and even though I was told not to go to fast, I started working out again yesterday morning. I feel great, no pain or discomfort. I am doing the Leslie Sansome - walk away the pounds dvd's, so you know they aren't "too" hard. It is walking with a little arms, kicks, and knee lifts. I feel wonderful and hope that helps me lose more weight. I don't get filled until December 20, I HAVE to do this on my own for now and am scared to stretch my pouch out too!

Eastxnurse, where did you decide to get your fill done? You are doing so awesome! I at my one month anniversary was down 21 lbs and 16 1/4 inches! Woohoo - clothes feel great!

Woohoo, I am glad that you have embraced it! I don't know how to stop the poll, so if you REALLY wanted to, you could vote. Just that the name has already been choosen. LOL

Welcome Coastlgrl! How are you doing on your journey?

Thank you very much Vikki for checking in with us. I can't wait to be at 50 lb weight loss either. But, I am in it for the long haul and have a ways to go yet. Thanks again, it is always nice to hear someone that has been banded for awhile and what advice they have to give us newbies!

Sorry voondahbah - I hope you like our Finer Niner name!

Way to go Wannabthin! That is great news, scales don't always tell the truth, do they? Congrats! Eastxnurse, you aren't to far away from me. Are you still going to use Dr. Carter or are you going to look around? I know of another dr that does the surgeries but not sure if he does fills for anyone else. He doesn't do the flora unless you pay him to go to the hospital and then pay the hospital too. Did they tell you why Dr. Carter waits the 3 months? It is a good reason, I am ok with waiting - sometimes!

Mandi - I was told not to do eat or drink 30 minutes before meals/liquids due to the heartburn/gas you can experience from it. Every doctor is different, you could always call yours to find out what is best for you.

Rubal, I too was banded around your date and still have trouble. There are even times I feel it "pull". It is getting easier, just not "normal" yet. Eastxnurse - I love Dr. Carter - he is very friendly and caring. How far east tx are you? I am in Terrell. He is well worth the drive too! Have you called the office yet? They are very nice in there too! He won't do my fills until the third month though. Not sure if he would do yours early or not, would have to call and find out to be sure.

I can eat more than a half a cup too, I have no restriction and no fill until December 20! It is all will power and I will do it! Another diet is how I am looking at it. Try to choose the right bandster foods, you can do this. My dr also said that it is very likely that I will gain before my fill, so it might be the same case for you too. Hang in there missy!

Hey Misty - I been worried about ya, thought I would check in. Sounds like you are doing soooo goood! Keep up the good work girl! Every day does get better and better!

My dr told me on Thursday - that I can do the treadmill or stationary bike - but no weights at all. I am 2 weeks out btw! I am ready to get back to it and help the band with this weight problem, once and for all!

Way to go Eastxnurse! You are doing great!

Good luck with your fill Boylesk4 - hope it works great for you!

Wooot Wooot to you Stacey - that is so awesome! Aren't NSV so great too? Scales aren't the only thing that matter anymore!!! Congrats to you!

Welcome Irisheyes123!!!!