chrissy10

Congrats! My baby is 7 weeks old. I never got an unfill and still gained a lot of weight. My doctor suggested a unfill only if I was getting morning sickness. Plus my weight gain is my own fault, I ate what I wanted and I am currently working on getting back on track now. Good luck and I am so happy for you.

I am 14 weeks pregnant and I have gained 10 lbs so far. I had restriction but not to much so my doctor advise not to touch the band. I am upset with 10 lbs cause I gained 7 the whole time I was pregnant with my first. Good luck to you!

Congrats by the way! I am currently almost 10 weeks pregnant and I have only had the band for 6 months. Before I knew I was pregnant I didn't know what was wrong because my band was so tight. Mine usually got tight before I started each month and figured that was it. My lapband doctor said everything was fine for me, and to stay the way I am unless I am vomiting. Since you mentioned you get sick you might want to make an appointment with you lapband doctor and go from there. To help me get my nutrients I drink a V8 everyday. Good luck so I am not much help.

I would do it again in a heart beat. It has been over 7 years since I been in the 100's. If it wasn't for the band I would still be sitting in the 200's. Love my band!

9/1-195

9/8-195

9/19-191

So close to being in the 180's!

I have never had any issues with drinking Water. I can gulp if I need to. Good luck with your journey!

That is awesome and you look wonderful! Congrats!

I am going to start this as well. Since I am coming in late this week. I am doing it today, and then start on Monday again. So Monday and Wednesdays will be my days. The hard part will be no coffee for me in the morning on those days. I have been stuck at the same weight for around over month now and need something to kick start me. Good luck to everyone.

I agree Quest bars! I get them when they are on sale at GNC also.

Congrats!

9/1-195

9/8-195

At least it is not a gain!

I use myfitness pal you can add me for support, Chris10_9817 is my user name. You can go in and change your goals, my sister did that for me. I use it daily. Good luck to you and welcome to the banded world!

My doctor suggested pre-natal and that is what I take. I get the chew able ones as well. I did get the bariatric lapband ones at first but they started making me sick. Good luck to you and your journey.

Name, real or screen~Christina
Goal weight for September 30th~190
Weight on September 1st~195
Age~33
City/State~Kingsville, TX
Dietary goal for September~Eat better
Exercise goal for September~6 days a week
Personal goal for September~Become happier
Date banded~03/4/2014
Total weight loss since banding/pre op diet~54
Favorite Fall Activity~Camping

I was banded in March and started losing hair in May and June. I started taking Biotin and I use the Shampoo Nioxin. My hair is coming back and I also cut it shorter. So do not stress some say it is Protein intake, but I have always kept mine Protein high and I still lost hair.

That is such awesome news! Congrats to you!

Welcome. Your story sounds similar to mine. I have always had a hard time losing weight and I was finally diagnosed with PCOS. They told me the meds would help me loss weight but I gained. When I went back and asked they said you are probably one of the few that can gain weight with the meds. Nice is what I thought. Then the doctor recommended the lapband and it has changed my life. I started this journey at 249 and this morning I weighed in at 195. Also I know some may not want to hear this but my cycle is normal. The person I am today is not the same person I was 6 months ago. I am just so happy everyday. Good luck to you and whatever journey you take. This site is wonderful and has many helpful friends.

Today is:

Breakfast

Yoplait Greek 100 calorie yogurt with granola

lunch

Grilled chicken salad and light cheese stick

dinner

pizza for my family because we find out if my daughter made the volleyball team today. For me probably grilled chicken and cottage cheese.< /p>

Desert

chocolate pudding

35 Pounds that is Awesome! You are doing great. Everyone losses differently so please do not compare yourself to others. That will only bring you down. If you really feel that you are losing slower than maybe add more to workout. Just keep up the good work, you will get there.

Like 2muchfun said, every doctor is different. So please follow your doctors requirements. I was told by my doctor to not drink during eating and try to go 30 minutes after eating without drinking. I am not going to lie it was hard to get use to. I use to drink a whole drink while eating before surgery. I am sure you will do great.

I went from a 9-9.5 to a 8.5. So for me yes they went down.

I had one done before. Honestly I do not remember it. They gave me meds so I was out of it. You will be fine and it will be over before you know it. My throat was a little sore afterwards but nothing major. Good Luck!

That is an awesome job! Keep up the great work!

You are going to do great! You are almost there and I cannot wait to see your results. Good luck to you and I will keep you in my prayers.

@@CarmenLeAn, I would ask the doctor. I know some days I feel tighter than others but then it goes away. For me I have noticed if I am stressed with something I feel tight as well, but can still eat.

@planningband07 please make sure you are following directions from the doctor. I was able to eat soft foods on week 3. My doctor stated carbs are a big no no. So just please be careful. I have not had bread or tortillas since before surgery.