Here's a list of January Bandsters. Let us know if we've missed anybody!

Txpeaches - 1/02/07

1721Summ - 1/02/07

Jenslapband - 1/02/07

Irishamerican - 1/02/07

Angyl2314 (Jen) - 1/03/07

Kellie Reachell (Kellie) - 1/03/07

Skmsu (Susan) - 1/03/07

Cricket - 1/04/07

Babygotback (Audree) 1/05/07

Fiyagirl (Sherry) - 1/05/07

Tinabartlett - 1/05/07

Maillady2 - 1/05/07

Susantunanoodle (Susan) - 1/08/07

Eldonh - 1/08/07

Honeylin - 1/08/07

Tulip - 1/8/07

Girlinnyc - 1/08/07

SeattleEbeth - 1/09/07

Moog24 (Michelle - 1/09/07

PinkyBandito - 1/09/07

Bhamguy31 - 1/09/07

Cdgmom (Amy) - 1/09/07

Travelbug - 1/09/07

Zevesther - 1/09/07

Klo (Kathy) - 1/10/07

Wph74 (Whitney) - 1/10/07

Angelburch - 1/10/07

Mindful (Paige) - 1/10/07

Mikeomando -1/10/07

Roses733 (Rose) - 1/11/07

Loridee (Lori) - 1/11/07

Sheilamj1fan (Sheila) - 1/11/07

Justine717 - 1/11/07

Patp98465 - 1/11/07

Mommi-hammi - 1/12/07

Rms78645 - 1/12/07

Inner_me (Chris) - 1/12/07

Cjkerr (Carole) - 1/12/07

InTheBreeze13 - 1/12/07

Saraincincy (Sara) - 1/13/07

Lala - 1/15/07

Happylady - 1/15/07

Patsygrn - 1/15/07

Andrea1973 - 1/15/07

Sula - 1/15/07

Smilliegal - 1/15/07

Peacej - 1/15/07

Slate2633 1/15/07

Pinky12202 (Linda) - 1/16/07

Marjon9 - 1/16/07

Sula (Shawn) - 1/16/07

Reesh - 1/16/07

Soon2bthin.com - 1/16/07

Bandqueen - 1/16/07

Chunky Monkey - 1/16/07

Muttman - 1/16/07

Enterprise01 - 1/17/07

Revolution - 1/17/07

Prissever - 1/17/07

Sunshine2 (Tonya) - 1/18/07

5jacks - 1/18/07

Imsusie0929 - 1/18/07

Stephanee - 1/18/07

Shellyfromohio (shelly) - 1/18/07

Ddcokk85 (Lisa) - 1/18/07

Phlyinphebee (Rene') - 1/19/07

Nicknack34461 - 1/19/07

Shayne9927 (Shayne) - 1/19/07

Lap - 1/19/07

Deb-Texas - 1/19/07

Mammaw - 1/19/07

Cinward2001 (Cindy) - 1/19/06***

Jun0610 (Maria) - 1/22/07

Rsbell - 1/22/07

Purposedriven4 - 1/22/07

Ds5001ds - 1/22/07

Nursiepooh - 1/22/07

Kilopitre - 1/23/07

RidinmyHDdream (Carol) - 1/23/07

Zuzu - 1/23/07

Nella337 - 1/23/07

Redstart - 1/24/07

Nomophat - 1/24/07

Lauriann - 1/24/07

Shesha - 1/25/07

Edieday (Edie) - 1/25/07

Huberslave - 1/25/07

Rockergirl - 1/25/07

A.Isabella - 1/25/07

Donnalynncrain - 1/25/06***

Shues138 (Andrea) - 1/26/07

Jeanettej505 - 1/26/07

Bandida - 1/26/07

Susanjuneau - 1/26/07

Stacyrh - 1/29/07

Charlottesweb91 - 1/29/07

Trishd - 1/29/07

Mom of 3 - 1/29/07

Monsoleil98 - 1/29/07

Nurseratchett (Joanne) - 1/29/07

Sherilynn - 1/30/07

Texasbighair - 1/30/07

Gig8 (gigi) - 1/30/07

Cchristys - 1/30/07

Ladyleo868 (Christine) - 1/30/07

Kima - 1/30/07

Rsbg1 (Ted) - 1/31/07

TracyV - 1/31/07

Callieanna - 1/31/07

Sportsscribe - 1/31/07

Your247realtor - 1/31/07

1bunni4me - 1/31/07

Thatgirl - 1/31/07

Mfw1941 - 1/31/07

Brew2000 - 1/31/07

Lapbandhopeful - 2/02/07

Okay, you probably have the 10CM not 10 CC. CC's is the amount of saline it can hold, the cm's is the length/size. Many get confused with the 10cm band thinking is will hold 10cc's. The VG band is actually I think 13cm, which holds 10 cc's. I was reading up on it and it works best for higher BMI patients. It takes longer to get to the sweet spot.

The 10cm band is much smaller, holds less saline (4cc's) and you usually get to restriction faster.

My doctor said the average amount of fills it takes to get a restriction is 3, some more, some less. So I wouldn't worry if you don't feel anything yet, that is only normal.

Just try and survive until your next fill. What you can do for your hunger pains inbetween meals, try and find a low carb/low cal snack. Maybe some string cheese (part skim), not sure if you can eat nuts, but a handfull of almonds always had curbed my appetite too. Also, if you can stand it, maybe a cup of hot broth between meals (me personally, I don't know if I can ever eat broth again, lol).

Your doing goodl!

You're right -- I meant 10cm. Sorry about the typo. Nuts are a good idea. I'll buy some cashews on my way home tonight. Thanks for the encouragement.

You're right -- I meant 10cm. Sorry about the typo. Nuts are a good idea. I'll buy some cashews on my way home tonight. Thanks for the encouragement.

You should be so excited - your almost to ONEDERLAND! I am going to weigh on Sunday, I can't wait to get to 199! I hate when the doctor has to move the scales to show I'm over 200.

Just be careful with the nuts, they are higher in calories, but they are filling, just eat them very very slow. You might even measure them out so you know exactly how many you are eating.

Hey everyone!

Just an update, things are better between me and my mom. I called her sister and told her what was going on and she gave my mom a lecture and a half (it's funny because my mom is the oldest child). So I came home and it was all good.

When I was at my cousin's I helped her make choc. covered strawberries for her hubby and I didn't even want to eat one! It's weird how my tastebuds have changed.

I went to my ob/gyn today and she was proud that I took the step to surgery. But, she was a little upset that I refused to have my weight taken but then let it go. I also told her I wanted an IUD and she said no because I don't have children. Does anyone else have this problem? I really don't want to get pregnant for a long long long long time. She also won't put me on any birth control for the next three months to see how my cycle is and how I react to my medications once I'm able to swallow them. So now I have to be REALLY careful if I get romantic until May :faint:

I also found on Comcast OnDemand a walking program. It was with a workout lady and a bunch of senior citizens and I started doing it, and man did it kick my @$$! I didn't finish it, I think I'll start them in our March exercise challenge.

Hope everyone has an AMAZING weekend!

Keep up the good work everyone!

Andrea - I'm so glad things are going great with your mother again. That releives a lot of stress with you I'm sure.

Good job on turning down the choc strawberries - they are my FAVORITE! The thing I've noticed is when I first got the band, the first 2 weeks were PURE HELL. I wanted food so bad, I dealt with the head hunger and struggled with it, I drooled over every food commercial, I mourned the loss of food, like someone died! Once I started my mushy's, I've been a lot better. Now, I am dealing with NO DESIRE to eat. I start eating and all of a sudden, I am tired of it already. I'm still eating 1/2 cup of food, somedays maybe a bit more, and some less. I'm still waiting on the "hunger" to kick in. I'm sure it will, but so far, NOTHING. I'm wondering will I need a fill at 6 weeks?

The only problem I have with my obgyn, is I asked to get some bc pills, I only take them 1 or 2 x's per year, mainly to switch up my cycle in case we are going on a trip. She wouldn't give me any, I'M TOO OLD! Now that sucks! I'm finished having children, my DH took care of that for us permanently. But I felt like someone slapped me in the face when she wouldn't give me BC pills. I know I'm 40, but I never really thought of me as being old. I guess it was a real reality check.

Good job on the walking program. My goal next week is to kick up my walking, I'm going to try it back on the treadmill and see how I do.

Hey everyone!

Just an update, things are better between me and my mom. I called her sister and told her what was going on and she gave my mom a lecture and a half (it's funny because my mom is the oldest child). So I came home and it was all good.

When I was at my cousin's I helped her make choc. covered strawberries for her hubby and I didn't even want to eat one! It's weird how my tastebuds have changed.

I went to my ob/gyn today and she was proud that I took the step to surgery. But, she was a little upset that I refused to have my weight taken but then let it go. I also told her I wanted an IUD and she said no because I don't have children. Does anyone else have this problem? I really don't want to get pregnant for a long long long long time. She also won't put me on any birth control for the next three months to see how my cycle is and how I react to my medications once I'm able to swallow them. So now I have to be REALLY careful if I get romantic until May :faint:

I also found on Comcast OnDemand a walking program. It was with a workout lady and a bunch of senior citizens and I started doing it, and man did it kick my @$$! I didn't finish it, I think I'll start them in our March exercise challenge.

Hope everyone has an AMAZING weekend!

Keep up the good work everyone!

HI shues..I'm glad everything worked out!!! as for the chocoloate covered strawberries..you're good..they are my favorites..I walk in the mall every day and they have a Godiva's there and I swear my mouth waters everytime I walk by them..I can say this, there is "sugar free chocolate" and soon I can make them for me!!!! YUM!!!! I wonder if charter has the walking program..I'm gonna have to look...

When it comes to the IUD I've had one for over 2 years, but I do have 3 children. My OB/GYN won't prescribe them to any one without children either, due to the risk of ruptures....I would say just play it safe and wait...easier said then done, I know...but it's for your own health...I hope thigs keep looking up for you!! Keep your spirits high and keep up the awesome job!!! Keep me posted!!!! smooches:kiss2: ,,Olga

HI! I'm also a January bandster but I just opened up an account. I've been viewing this forum for a while now. I'm so surprised that some of ya'll have lost so much weight already. It's all about self dicipline. I started walking/jogging in Memoral park out here in Houston recently, and I try to do it about 3 times a week (2.8miles). I think this op was extremely useful.

Hey everyone!

Just an update, things are better between me and my mom. I called her sister and told her what was going on and she gave my mom a lecture and a half (it's funny because my mom is the oldest child). So I came home and it was all good.

When I was at my cousin's I helped her make choc. covered strawberries for her hubby and I didn't even want to eat one! It's weird how my tastebuds have changed.

I went to my ob/gyn today and she was proud that I took the step to surgery. But, she was a little upset that I refused to have my weight taken but then let it go. I also told her I wanted an IUD and she said no because I don't have children. Does anyone else have this problem? I really don't want to get pregnant for a long long long long time. She also won't put me on any birth control for the next three months to see how my cycle is and how I react to my medications once I'm able to swallow them. So now I have to be REALLY careful if I get romantic until May :faint:

I also found on Comcast OnDemand a walking program. It was with a workout lady and a bunch of senior citizens and I started doing it, and man did it kick my @$$! I didn't finish it, I think I'll start them in our March exercise challenge.

Hope everyone has an AMAZING weekend!

Keep up the good work everyone!

Hey girl! Cool...your mom was put in her place. I'm glad that your okay.

I tried to get the IUD too and my doctor said I could get it, but the worry is that if you are not in a monogamous relationship that you could get an STD and that would give a bad infection with the IUD and damage the uterus. Also, at Planned Parenthood you can get an IUD for a few hundred dollars. I just decided I wouldn't be getting any action for a while...so until I meet someone I'm not going to worry about it.

Keep it up!!

Welcome Law Bandster! I'll add you to our master list! You're doing great!

I agree with you, self dicipline plays a big part in this, even though our little band friend is there, he is not always working - especially before you get a fill. Exercise is also important, the book I'm reading says you should exercise EVERYDAY for 30 minutes, some type of exercise, swimming, walking, something. This is the area I must work on!

Welcome again to our group and congrats on being banding and losing 21 lbs forever!

Thank you for the warm welcome! I just recently (Last week) began my exercising. Slowly but surely it feels more of a natural thing rather than a forceful thing.

Thank you for the warm welcome! I just recently (Last week) began my exercising. Slowly but surely it feels more of a natural thing rather than a forceful thing.

I'm starting to actually enjoy exercise since I know it will help my body kick in more weight loss! I know my body is not used to having so little calories so maybe it will enjoy more exercise instead!

Thank you for the warm welcome! I just recently (Last week) began my exercising. Slowly but surely it feels more of a natural thing rather than a forceful thing.

Welcome Law Bandster!!! Congratulations on your banding!!! Starting slowly is the best way to go...Keep up the great work!!!

WOW! 30 POUNDS Already! That is SO good. I have a full schedule with school and studying, so it's hard for me to maintain a uniform diet. Ton's of water and salads. :-D

WOW! 30 POUNDS Already! That is SO good. I have a full schedule with school and studying, so it's hard for me to maintain a uniform diet. Ton's of water and salads. :-D

30 pounds but that incldues my pre-op weight loss...since the band on the 26th I've lost 14. Any control is good control I say!! Your doing great!!

Hey guys!!!

Just checking in. Weight stayed the same. I get my fill next Wednesday.

Hello All,

I have a questions to those that were banded this month and of whom are getting their first fill. OK, question, I am scheduled for my first fill for this Monday. I still feel like I have pretty good restriction. So I'm not sure I need one just yet. We have a cruise planned for the week of March 11th and I am afraid if I get a fill and there are problems, then I won't be able to enjoy the cruise having only liquids if I experience problems. I am currently still on mushies until 2-26, so I have a couple of weeks to get use to "real" food. Any words of wisdom?