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I havent been on this forum in a long time, but want to congratulate everyone. I started @ 281 and now have been @ 190-195 for the last 6-8 weeks. It can be frustrating, but then I think about how I was before. I did pig out during the holidays and know that I have done better, but have to remember this is a lifestyle change. Good luck to everyone...in a few months we can all say "what a year it has been" :smile:

I cant eat the bread and that's whats devastating... I usually don't deprive myself, its just wanting what I can no longer have like Steak... my band wont allow it!

I had my band surgery on the 18th of March. I am really happy that I have lost weight and overcome some health issues I had. I can now wear normal clothes and no longer have to visit the plus size section. While I am thrilled with my weight loss I really miss eating certain food. I go to a University that is surrounded around good food. I can not eat bread nor hamburgers and really miss eating them. I know that I should be happy and forever forget about burgers but just wonder if others have that emotional sadness of not having certain foods. Wondering are there others who feel the same way

Pezo, Thanks so much for the suggestion. I just had an unfil where they took out some liquid after going through the same feeling. I will see if it works should it happen again!

I almost 6 months out as I was banded on March 18th. I have lost a total of 71lbs so far and hadnt realized how much I lost until I tried on a size L dress I got from Target. Their clothes have always been so tight to me. I always told my husband that the clothes there ran small... Well to my surprise this morning the dress fits just right. I know that sometimes we get discouraged and dont lose what we want to lose, but I want to remind everyone that even 5lbs lost is making us healthier. Everyone keep up the good work! We can and will succeed at our weightloss goals whether its a year from now or three. Congratulations once again to everyone for making a life changing decision.

I am not sure what you are doing now but try drinking 80 oz of water or more per day. It seemed to help me get back on track a few weeks ago. Also try taking multi-vitamins. I hope this helps!

Hey Fab by 50, I had my 3rd fill today and felt the restriction right away. To date I have lost 47 lbs and was told by my surgeon today that I could well be under 200 lbs by the end of summer, so that was great news. I started @ 281 and to finally be in the 1's would be awesome. I too am happy I had the surgery!

Hello All, I am just about 3 months post op from my surgery. I have lost about 46 pounds and go in for fill #3 on Wednesday. I definately fill so much healthier but like everyone who knows that feeling I really want a baby. My fiance says it is up to me when I am ready but I know my surgeon has suggested I wait a year. I am 32 and anxious to have a bundle of joy... any advice would definately help me out!:grouphug:

I have lost 40 pounds to date and my surgery date was on March 18th. I just got my second fill today and my first last month on 4/15. Sometimes I fill like I have a restriction and other times I dont. Last week I ate a cheeseburger that my hubby grilled (not the best choice) and I ate real slowly and it went down, no problems. But then on Mothers Day I barely ate anything, though I tried. The PA today told me that some people dont start to fill restriction until the 3 or 4th. I am now @ 6ccs total! Good Luck Everyone!

Soxaholic, Fortunately I havent been stuck at all. I chew my food really slowly and make sure its down before I take another fork full. Dont get discouraged about not losing anything now. Remember this is a lifestyle change and just keep up the good work!

Hey All, I was banded on the 18th of March and had my first fill today. My starting weight was 281 and now I am down to 254. I got a 4cc fill but wish I could eat some fish. I am so hungry this evening. Cant wait until I can go back on solids again!

Lauara, Everything you said is right on target with what my Surgeon and medical staff advised me of. When I went in for my consultation I was asked if I wanted Lap Band or Gastric Bypass and I chose the former. He warned me that Lap Band is a tool. I hope that everyone who is in Bandster He!! be patient and realize that getting that Band was for a life change. Another thing I want to mention is to eat your food really really slowly even the mushy food. This also helps so you can realize when you are full. Good Luck Everyone Surgery Date: 03/18/09 Surgery Weight: 281 Current Weight 259 Mini Goal Weight: 230

Pezo, I am not sure what that lady was doing. I had a friend that had lapband last year and she only lost 40 pounds. But I saw what she was doing. Eating Cookies, ice cream, milkshakes, the frosting off of cake. We went to the same surgeon and I asked him what could have gone wrong. He told me to come in every time I notice that I am eating more than 4 oz. As of today I was told I can go on mushy foods and couldnt wait to have an egg per my drs instructions...and also started weighing even though I knew I wouldnt finish it all just so I cld be in the habbit. Remember the band is a tool and can either succeed or fail!:confused:

I was banded on the 18th and felt hungry on day 7. But I remembered my surgeon telling me to make sure I get my water in. Make sure you are drinking your water requirement and eat your food slowly. I came home one day and was hungry... I warmed some ff cream of chicken up and ate really slowly, drank my water and had 2 tsp of sf pudding. 15 minutes later I was full. Remember this surgery is a life change and the greatest advice I got from my cousin is that all the food that I miss or crave is not going anywhere and life is not worth wondering about the Baconator at Wendys. LOL:biggrin: Good Luck all!

All, I went to my first week check up yesterday and had lost 15 pounds. I am so excited and cant wait until I have my energy back to start excercising. Good Luck to everyone!:huh2:

Hello! I am being banded on the 18th by Dr. Soong @ North Vista Hospital. I cant wait...was your procedure outpatient?

I am 2 days away from my surgery date. It is this Wednesday the 18th and so anxious... I can barely sleep and it is all I think about! Good luck to the rest of you Lucky Losers!

So here I am more than 8 months then when I first decided that Lap Band would be the right decision for me. Last year I decided I had to do something and started my research steps. I completed a 6 month pre diet, a psych evaluation, nutrition counseling and this Wednesday I have a pre op appointment. I am ready for a change. High blood pressure, bad knees, and a low self confidence I am ready for it to disappear!

So here I am more than 8 months then when I first decided that Lap Band would be the right decision for me. Last year I decided I had to do something and started my research steps. I completed a 6 month pre diet, a psych evaluation, nutrition counseling and this Wednesday I have a pre op appointment. I am ready for a change. High blood pressure, bad knees, and a low self confidence I am ready for it to disappear!:thumbup:

:thumbup:I am new to this site. So first of hello to everyone. I went to a seminar last week and found out today that I have to start a 6 month supervised diet per my insurance. My first appt with a doctor is Sept 8th. I am so anxious about getting it done!