Hi,

I am 52 and was banded on 10/1. I started at 340 and have lost 22lbs. I seem to have stalled now and will be asking about my 1st fill when I see the doc next week.

Would love to find someone to buddy with, with a similar starting size.

Or, would love a mentor.

Nan

Hi Nan,

I was banded on 3-5-10 and would be happy to go along the journey with you. I am 45 years old and at 5'9" my pre-op weight was 350 pounds, with a BMI of 52. This week will be my 8 month "banderversary"! I am currently down 93 pounds and absolutely love my band. It is deffinitly a journey and takes a lot of work. I think it is also different for those of us who started with SO much to lose and not being 20 years old any more!!!

I will be happy to go through what has helped me so far. What is going on with you? In the begining it is very difficult before you reach restriction. What is called "bandster hell" here on the boards is oh so true. When is your first fill? WHat size band do you have?

You can either message me here, or if you would like on my email. cynpatt@yahoo.com

Looking forward to hearing from you.

Cynthia