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I had my daugther last January, and I had no problems with the band. I labored for 26 hours and pushed for almost 2 and my band is still in tact...hope this helps, and good luck to you.:crying:

I can't seem to get any breakfast down at all. I usually just drink a little juice and take my vitamins. I have soup or a small salad for lunch, and dinner is usually chicken or fish with salad. I snack a little in between some days, but mostly nothing. I have been walking every other day for the last 2 months, and I started Taebo 2 weeks ago. I think I may not be eating enough.

Hello everyone!! It has been a while since I have been here, but it's good to be back. I have been banded for 2 years and 3 months. I originally lost 110 lbs. I became Pregnant in April of '06 and I have a beautiful 3 1/2 month old daughter. Well during my pregnancy, I had almost all of my fill removed(I WILL NEVER DO THAT AGAIN!!!), and I gained 60 lbs during my pregnancy. I have lost 25 lbs, but I have been at a stand still for the last month. I don't know what to do. I lost my weight pretty quickly the first time around, but now I can't seem to get going. My band is filled pretty tight, but the weight just isn't coming off...I really need to get this weight off!! Does anyone have any experience with having a baby and not being able to lose the weight. Any input would be helpful. Thanks.

Dr. Maese's office also takes Medicaid. His # is 214-234-0330. His office is in Dallas, and he also has one in Ennis Texas. Hopes this helps.

Hi, I had my surgery in Feb and didn't get a period until June, so it is very normal for you to miss a few. You will be fine. :eek:

I just tried as well, and it says closed. I guess I will try later. Thanks for the info.

What state do you live in? There is a doctor in Dallas that takes Medicaid. His Name is Dr. Fred Maese, MD. His office is on Sherry Lane in Dallas, and he also has an office in Ennis Texas. His # is 214-234-0330. I hope this helps. Good luck finding a doc!!!

Yes he is accepting new patients.......

Dr Maese's office in Dallas accepts Medicaid for Lap-Band. Just FYI. His full name is Dr. Fred Maese. I don't have the #, but he is on Sherry Lane in Dallas, TX. Hope this helps someone. Have a great Thanksgiving.

We already are

Thanks so much for your input. We hope to be pregnant by Christmas. That would be a wonderul gift!!

You are very welcome!!

Hi Cassie, I went to the Bariatric Surgery Center of Dallas @ Presby Dallas. The doctor's name is James Davidson. They are wonderful there. I have had my band a little over eight months and I have lost 81 lbs. I don't have BCBS, but a good friend of mine has that insurance and it was covered for her. The number to the center is 214-265-SLIM Website is www.bscdallas.com I am here if you have questions, have a wonderful day!!

Hello, My name is Lillie. I have been a member for about eight months. I was banded in February and I have lost 80 lbs. My husband and I want to start having kids really soon. Does anyone have any views or experience on this? I want to get pregnant maybe by the end of the year. Is this good or not? I have talked to my doctor, but would like to hear first hand experience if possible. Thanks!!

Try grapefruit juice. I have never been able to swallow pills, and antibiotics taste horrible. But I crushed them and put them into some grapefruit juice and it completely cuts the taste. Hope this helps.