I am a 37 yr old woman and just had surgery 7 days ago. Would love to correspond with someone going through the same process! I have lots of questions and want to be as successful as possible! Thanks

I was banded on this 6th of this month! Glad to meet others who were banded around then too!

Hi I got my band on 12/19/2012. I'm trying to patiently wait out the gas pains. Otherwise I'm feeling pretty good. It's so nice to hear everyone's experiences and know that I'm in good company.

Hey all I got banded on the 21 I'm 7 days post op I need support to like most I'm anxious and scared of failure and complications. I want to be successful so encouragement is welcomed

Welcome. I too am a new bander as of 12-12-12. U can't believe every word u read. I found out the hard way. U have to do as your dr tells you and especially what your body tells you. There r a lot of good tips on here but u do what u feel is best for you. There's a lot of seasoned banders on here but it's their bodies not yours. I'm not by any means being mean. And I read all the post but I do what's best for me. WELCOME AND CONGRATS!!! U will do great!!!

We are all happy to help here, we have gotten a lot of help and are more than happy to share our experiences! You can count on us!

Hey all I got banded on the 21 I'm 7 days post op I need support to like most I'm anxious and scared of failure and complications. I want to be successful so encouragement is welcomed

You will do great. I was scared at first too. I'm 16 days post op and I'm doing good. I'm 56 yrs old and felling back to normal. I follow my dr orders and work it!!! I just started on mushies and dang food taste good!!! Glad u did well and don't be anxious. It's all gonna b ok!!!!

I am 55 and get banded 12/14, but my skin is youthful and resilient. We can be older but get good results!

I'm 44 and I got banded on Dec. 14th too! There is alot of life left to live. Welcome to the "family".

I am a 37 yr old woman and just had surgery 7 days ago. Would love to correspond with someone going through the same process! I have lots of questions and want to be as successful as possible! Thanks

Hi there! I got banded back in Sept and I'm looking for and encouraging buddy. Not sure if you want to team up, but I'd be happy to connect with you about my process and hear about yours! NI.

I was banded just over a month ago (Nov 7) and would be glad to help if I can.

Hi there! I was banded by Dr C also back in Sept. up until a few weeks ago, I was struggling with the process as I didn't feel that it was helping much. I had my third fill just under 2 weeks ago and I think I'm finally in the green zone. Hunger is under control and I'm feeling excited about it. I may have found the green zone! How are you doing with your fills? Have you felt it's effectiveness yet? NI

Hi there! I was banded by Dr C also back in Sept. up until a few weeks ago' date=' I was struggling with the process as I didn't feel that it was helping much. I had my third fill just under 2 weeks ago and I think I'm finally in the green zone. Hunger is under control and I'm feeling excited about it. I may have found the green zone! How are you doing with your fills? Have you felt it's effectiveness yet? NI[/quote']

I received my first fill a few weeks ago. For the first few days my hunger was completely under control. Unfortunately it did not seem to last. I've been struggling since. I get my second fill on Jan 8th. I hope this one gets me into the green zone.

I received my first fill a few weeks ago. For the first few days my hunger was completely under control. Unfortunately it did not seem to last. I've been struggling since. I get my second fill on Jan 8th. I hope this one gets me into the green zone.

I'm struggling too. Going without the food I'm use to eating is extremely difficult. I am unable to find others that are struggling too.

Az_gal how are u doing I got banded last Friday and I understand how you feel. It was really hard Christmas Day seeing all my favorite foods and couldnt eat anything. But I did it I had to constantly remind myself Short term pain for long term gain. Im on full liquids now and its getting a little better It gets hard for me when my husband comes in eating things that I like but Ive been strong and I still repeat my motivational phrase. So stay strong you can do it.

Happy New Year to All!!

I was banded on 12/28/12 and am happy about my decision. I am thankful to have found this site. Everyone is very supportive and friendly. I have found some helpful hints and a wealth of knowledge. This new journey is a little scary but exciting at the same time. The great support I find here I know I will be able to make my goal.