I was banded late June of 2011 and found out September 1st of 2011 that I was pregnant! So I FINALLY got a fill yesterday and am at 5cc in a 10cc band. Being a mommy to a 5 week old is definitely challenging with free time so im really hoping that I will have enough time to cook healthy meals and be able to exercise enough. I live in Texas so its already hot out and doesnt cool off enough til dark so going walking with the baby is not really an option until shes a little older. Im really excited to get back on track and was VERY happy to hear that I had only gained 10 lbs since my last appointment in August of last year! I am hoping that I have enough restiction but I am still on mushy foods until late tomorrow so I am still able to eat quite a bit I guess because these are sliders for the most part? Anyway I guess I am just rambling but I would love some suggestions on how busy moms are able to stay true to the lap band lifestyle!

I'm not banded yet, but I have 3 kids - 5, 7 and 8 - so I'm definitely busy!

I'd say it's all about being prepared. Plan your meals in advance so you're less likely to have to come up with something on the spot. That's always when I get into trouble! Bring your own food whenever possible. If you have to eat out, check for nutritional information on the restaurant's website - most places offer info these days.

Good luck!

Oh! And where in Texas are you?

I'm north of DFW. If you can find a shady place to walk, I bet the little one will be fine. Make it a couple of 10 min walks if you have to - better than nothing, right? (That's what I've been doing at work.)

I am in central Texas between Dallas and Austin. Unfortunately there is NO shade in my neighborhood. And the one park close to me that has a paved walking track doesnt have hardly any trees, :[

Ha! Its like reading my story!

I was banded on 6/29/11 & was pregnant before my first fill.

I had my baby on 4/4/12 & got my very first fill on 5/9/12.

I also live in Tx and find the heat hard to deal with when wanting to work out.

Its also hard to switch gears from being pregnant and focusing on a baby then going back on the band journey.