dlmyvette

You are totally right. There are some of us who use the band the correct way and others who do not. This process is not easy. Sometimes you feel like the band is even playing games with you. However, it is up to us to make it work. Really, if you think about it, although you have a band and it does ease the hunger, this part is a process. At first you feel like you don't even have a band because you don't feel full right away or you feel hungry. Everyone's experience is different. For me, I felt restriction from day one but over time it starts to fade, so then the fills come in. I've had 4 fills and this last one was the one that really made me feel the difference for more than just a few days. I feel like I have more control now. We still need to stick to a food plan, just as if on a regular diet without lap band. I am thankful I have not had any MAJOR negative experiences. No vomiting, no getting stuck on any food, SO FAR! There's nothing solid I can't eat. I'm pretty much my same old self, just eating much less and losing weight at a slow pace, which I think is GREAT! That's my story!

Hi....CONGRATS on your weight loss so far. That is GREAT. I had my 4th fill this week and I feel the difference FINALLY!!! I am so thrilled with it too. In just a few days I lost 3 pounds and don't feel the need to eat as much or as often. This is SUPER. I also got to my 25 pound mark (3 months - post op), this is wonderful. Keep up the good work!

Hi....Just try to plan ahead, but be SUPER careful. Last time I was on a trip and decided to eat, not thinking I was overeating, for some reason I got super sick and ended up feeling lousy for 4 hours on a plane ride home. Be careful, don't be adventurous with food while you're far away from home, it could really put a damper on your travel plans.

Florida PETE.....That is awesome.....WOW. How amazing is that? CONGRATS. I was also a December bandster and so far for me it's only been 22.5 pounds from 226 to 203.5. I could only hope to do as well as you have! Keep it up!

WOW......CONGRATS. You are an inspiration for me. I started 226 and I post op 2 months. End of this month will be 3 months. I've lost 20 pounds so far, maybe a tad more and seeing your results makes me feel really happy! I see what you're saying though. I'm only 2 months out as I mentioned and I pretty much eat anything but in smaller portions. I've been trying to stick to Protein and veggies mostly (lately). I hope I can do it, I know I shouldn't be eating pizza, ice cream everyday, etc. Believe you me, I have....Not in big portions but I can relate. Try to regroup. Make healthier choices. Allow yourself 1 indulgence....Maybe ice cream, but make sure it's small. Oh...another thing you should probably call your doctor. You sound like you can use a fill. How many fills have you had? I've had 3 so far. I might go back in 2 more weeks for another one. Anyway, CONGRATS once again! You've done great! I think.....That is great news....

You know....I think sometimes our family and friends unconsciously say things that are not uplifting. They don't mean to be hurtful or rude, but they just can't help themselves. I wouldn't be too discouraged. You're not obsessed you are succeeding and doing well. You should feel very proud of yourself and continue your journey with pride. You made a very important step to have the surgery and change your life for good. Why would anyone think you wouldn't change? My sister the other day (she's overweight also and trying to get some type of weight loss surgery in the future) said to me....You know...It's been 2 months since you had your surgery and you've ONLY lost 20 pounds? That is too slow and I'd be concerned that I wasted 14K on surgery that isn't working....I was insulted, but instead I told her, well, I'm not concerned. The doctor says I'm right on track and doing just fine. Plus I've always been a slower loser, why should I expect to lose weight so rapidly? From the beginning we were told 6 to 8 pounds per month is the norm....So why now is she being so negative? I choose to ignore those comments....I'm losing weight and that's all that matters. My blood pressure is normal and I'm wearing clothes I wasn't able to wear. I'm happy! Leave me alone! LOL! So, NO YOU'RE NOT OBSESSED, you are doing great!

Ya....that doesn't make sense. Disappear? Hmm.... Something sounds fishy! I would definitely go back before you go, but be careful, you don't wanna be overfilled on your vacation and have an episode. I just came back from Vegas and I held off on my fill until I got back. I think I made a wise choice. I'm not so restricted either. I had 3 fills 4.5 cc's so far. However, I'm starting not to snack as much, which is great!

Hi.....I have tried BENEFIBER packets, they look like Crystal light single packets and I pour one of those in my protein shakes or in a bottle of water mixed with ice tea and can't tell, plus it keeps me going regularly. I do about 2 per day. However you wanna gauge yourself and see if it has you going too loosely, if so, bring it down to 1 a day. Sometimes I stop for a little bit and if things start slowing down, I start back up again.