Hello Bandsters!

I am 2 months post op (banded 12/30). I am down about 32 pounds. I was a tight size 22 when banded & my clothes are fitting better. I pulled out some size 20's a few weeks ago & they fit well. My bras are really bugging me because they have gotten so loose, so I decided to go to Lane Bryant today & get fitted for a new bra. Well long story short, Lane Bryant is changing locations in our town & they were closed so since I was already in the mall I went to a large department store. I got fitted for my bra & was down from a 42D to 40C!!! But that isn't even the best part- I had to go across the store to the fitting room to try on the bra- well walking through the "regular" department I thought while I am trying on clothes I might as well try a pair of pants & shirt. I tried on a size 18 pant & an XL shirt. THEY FIT PERFECTLY!!!!! ok I know an 18 & XL aren't small but to me----- WOW!!! I just cried in the dressing room (as I was surrounded by skinny teenagers trying on prom dresses :wink2:).

I was a bit overwhelmed. I just can't believe that here I am not even 2 months postop & I can shop in the "regular" women's section.

I think I had my saddest moment soon after the joy I felt from my accomplishment. I realized that since I have kept my WLS a secret I didn't really have anyone I could call to Celebrate this victory with. My husband was out in the car with the kids (because he thought I was just running in to get a bra) so when I got back out there (with the outfit & bra) I told him & he was excited but not nearly as excited as I know a girlfriend would be or even my sister if she knew.

Anyway - I really wanted to share with some ladies & fellas who might really understand what a victory this feels like!

Thanks for reading-

Wow, congratulations. I can't wait to have moments like that! I hope you have many more.

It feels so great to get in a smaller size!! Good for you!

Don't buy too many because some of those sizes will pass by fast! Look for a plus size consignment store if you really need something. Most of them go down to size 14.

Wooooohooooo!!!! Glad you shared your success with your banded buddies. I wish you many more 'fitting room moments'. I do understand how you feel - this weekend I pulled a velvet jacket, that I just love, from the back of the closet (I have not fitted into it for years, but held on to it) and now I can wear it again. I was so surprised!!!!

Good luck

Woohoo!!! We are here to celebrate w/you. I totally understand how you feel having just got down 30 pounds myself. Size 18 and an XL in the regular department would have me walking on air for the rest of the week. I have found that there is no bigger high than shrinking out of my clothes AND enjoying this all without having to starve myself either. Congratulations!!!

That's wonderful and congrats! You are a motivation to a person with me, locking in at a size 22 and only 2 days pre-op who is looking for both minor and dramatic weight lost inspiration. You might have not had someone to call, but please know your blog has given me something to look forward to and I share you excitement. I am so happy for you! Additionally, my surgery is a secret amongst my girlfriends, keep in mind, you did this for you! So, take your victory walk and jump for joy in the mirror, because the person who is going to be most excited for you in the pretty lady in the reflection...you!

As I just posted in another thread, I can't wait to buy some new clothes. I plan to just get a few things at walmart or target as I get smaller. For now I have enough smaller clothes that now fit (fun in and of itself) to get me through the next month or so. Thanks for sharing such a fun experience!

As I just posted in another thread, I can't wait to buy some new clothes. I plan to just get a few things at walmart or target as I get smaller. For now I have enough smaller clothes that now fit (fun in and of itself) to get me through the next month or so. Thanks for sharing such a fun experience!

I love shopping in Target now. I never could as they do not have Big and Tall. Got a pair of 46 waist jeans off the clearance rack yesterday at Target for $4.14. A great deal and a Target purchase. Yippee!!!

As you shrink, go to Kohl's and shop the clearance racks. My transitional clothes all come from there.....

TJ

Congratulations! You are an inspiration and I can't wait to get to where you are. My surgery is coming up March 18 and I look forward to these types of successes.

I was wearing a size 26 before my surgery. I remember I did'nt buy any new dress pants for work, because I just kept sewing my old ones in. When I had to go shopping to buy a new pair of jeans, I did not no what size to try on. I started with a 20 which were a little big, so I got a 18. I started to laugh and talk out loud "Oh my God, they fit", then I got tears in my eyes. When I went home and told my kids, they said people in the dressing room must of thought I was crazy. I said I did not care, I fit in a size 18 jeans. I recently got a sz 14 and it still feels great when a smaller size fits. Good luck to you and many more smaller clothes.

99% of my transitional clothes come from my own supply.

I have saved my clothes over the years thinking I will lose weight and get back in them. Now I am! I have everything from size 7 to size 24. (I have a big closet and many dressers)

Congrats! I bet that is an awesome Feeling!

Congratulations! That's awesome!

Congratulations! It's such an amazing feeling and you will feel it all the time on your journey. It just goes to show you made the right decision. I can't wait to see more from you!

99% of my transitional clothes come from my own supply.

I have saved my clothes over the years thinking I will lose weight and get back in them. Now I am! I have everything from size 7 to size 24. (I have a big closet and many dressers)

I haven't been less than a size 20 since high school (15 years ago) so I really don't have clothes. The ones I have been wearing will get me through till it gets warmer & I can wear skirts. I normally do shop consignment or clearence racks but there was just something about that outfit that I "had to" buy. It is just a blue tshirt & black pants but it is definately special!

Thank you all for the encoraging words, you have all brightened my day. It is good to know I have supportive friends out there!