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I bought a bosu ball at target last night. They are soooo much fun. Just standing on them is a workout. I did the tape that went with it. I could do most of the stuff without pain, but there is one exercise that you lay on the ball on your stomach and kinda "Superman" it. That one hurts my port. Little sore today also...

Chrisann, How did your Pilates class go?? So jealous....

Patience, you will get restriction, it will just take some time. Remember most of us are being fitted with a larger band these days. I myself have the Realize band and it has to be inserted empty. I just had my second fill last week. I do feel some restriction especially in the mornings, I will still need another fill though. It will take time, just work on following the band "rules" and it will happen.

Today: B- 1 cup Greek yogurt, 1 tbsp honey L- 3 oz boneless center cut pork chop, 1/2 cup collard greens S- PowerBar Peanut Toffee D- Planned tilapia and peas or corn

I had surgery on Jan 7, 1st fill Feb 7, 2nd fill March 6, I still don't have much restriction. Its weird, I basically eat till I just get tired of eating, I have only eaten to the "feeling full" point twice. I do notice that I have restriction as far as the size of food going through, but still not able to get by on 1/2 a cup to a cup of food. My next fill is April 1st, I think I'll probably get some restriction then!

Do remember the phrase "Liquids in , Liquids out" if you are only doing liquids. I have a protein shake 3-4 times a week, I have the opposite problem now. Before banding I used to go 3-4 times a day, now once every couple days usually.

sari, IMHO, 20 pounds in 7 weeks is good. I had surgery on Jan 7 and I haven't lost much more than you. Try not to pay too much attention to the scale, just focus on the rules! Get exercise and once you get some restriction the pounds will fall off. Good Luck

My faves are the Tropical and the Lemon Twist Didn't like the strawberry kiwi or mixed berry.

I would agree with your thoughts. I have already had 2 fills and I have little to no restriction. My doc tells patients they should have anywhere from 4-6 fills in the first year. I am a newbie though, just sharing my experience so far....

The amount of gas I have is INSANE. I'm okay with it though, its not caused me any problems yet.... I think all of my gasses go out the other end now. I hardly burp at all now.

Georgia, Just to let you know I found Oikos (sp???) greek yogurt at the Wal-Mart near me. I haven't tried it yet as compared to Fage, but I'm sure it will be fine.

Congrats Michelle, if you have any questions let us know! Take care of yourself!!

I had my second fill today. I have no idea what my cc count is in my band, my doc won't tell us that stuff! I know that I have more restriction now. I just hope it lasts. My next fill is scheduled for April 1st. I was worried about weight loss on the scale, but I lost 6 pounds in about 28 days, so I'll take it!! I'm hoping that this fill will help bump my weight loss up. I've started the Couch to 5K program so that should help also!!!

B- Chocolate Protein Mix with 6 oz Vanilla Skim Milk-180 cals L- Pouch Albacore Tuna, 10 grapes, 3 strawberries- 180 cals S- Another Protein Shake-180 cals, A packet of those chocolate drizzle rice cakes- 80 cals (OMG they are really really good) D- 2 Slices of thin crust pizza-445 calories S- 2 servings of Organic crackers (240 calories) But, But, But, I worked out, arrrrgggghhh, I'm so hungry, and then my dearly beloved had the nerve to ask me to get him a little bowl of ice cream:cursing:

LJM, You are a warrior, a true warrior. I just have to tell you that! I'm overwhelmed with emotion after reading your long post about "intimacy" issues. I need to gather my thoughts....

LJM, Have you tried Excedrin Tension, Aspirin Free, that helps me and it should be band friendly? I hope you feel better soon. Sorry you are feeling so crummy!! ((((Hugs))))

LJM, So glad to see and hear you are doing okay. I hope the swelling will go down for ya in the next few days. I was just wondering about the Peroxide and Neosporin? They wouldn't let me do that for my lapband incisions. Is that something exclusive to plastics??

I can do bread, I just have to take tiny bites. The only thing I've ever had a problem with is a croissant (sp??).

You look awesome!! So glad you are home and doing good. Keep breathing, breathing, breathing and moving.... I dont want you to get any clots or lung problems, you've been through so much already. I know that several people have told you how much of an inspiration you are, Hopefully you don't get tired of hearing it!!!! You are such an inspiration to me!!!

So glad to hear she is doing well. I've been thinking about her all day!!

I'm an amazon so I have to have tall everything, If they made underwear and bras in tall sizes I'd probably buy those too! So, the other day Eddie Bauer was having their big end of season sale and I placed a small order. I ordered 3 new shirts in a size large (I was in XXL's prior to surgery). I ordered larges because I know they will fit me even when I'm at goal, my frame is very large! So, anyways, 2 out of 3 of the shirts already fit me

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Have a good time and be safe!! Holla when ya get back.

I used Memorial's system....kinda I went with Dr Ponce who does surgery at Memorial, I had mine in Dalton GA though. I was self pay, my insurance said I wasn't fat enough or sick enough to qualify. I guess I could have gained another 15 pounds, but I'm stubborn that way.... I had my surgery on Jan 7, 2008. Haven't regretted it for a minute.

Here's the information that was submitted to the FDA for the Realize band approval in the US. It states the the port is suturable. All subjects enrolled in the US clinical study were implanted with the Model 2100-X Band with titanium port. That device has been modified to the Model 2200-X Band with Velocity Injection Port. The modifications made to the Model 2100-X to make the Model 2200-X with Velocity Injection Port include: 1. Simplification of the locking mechanism by providing a buckle/tab closure on the reinforcement band; 2. A suture pre-tied to the end of the band for surgeon convenience (helps with placement of the device); Summary of Safety and Effectiveness Data P070009, REALIZE, Adjustable Gastric Band Page 5 of 35 3. Change in the manufacturing process to allow for rounding of the reinforcement band edges; 4. Port now includes a connector sleeve integrated with the locking connector; 5. The port can be attached to the fascia using either sutures or by using fasteners which are an integral component of the port. The method of attachment is dependent on the surgeon's preference. Here's the link to said doc if you would like to read it. I don't think that J&J would outright lie to the FDA. http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/pdf7/p070009b.pdf