Jump to content
×
Are you looking for the BariatricPal Store? Go now!

Im BACK! Had a baby.. banded..



Recommended Posts

Wow its been a while since I have posted.. having a baby changes your life!!

I am now going to stay close to this board.. as I need support to get this weight off!

I have just moved to Texas.. havent visited a lapband doctor here yet.. but dont need too.. Im filled to 3.0cc on my 4cc band.

Ive lost 53 lbs since having my baby on April 28th, but have 88 more to go!

I started a blog.. the link is below

Anyways.. wanted to so hello and introduce myself!

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Wow its been a while since I have posted.. having a baby changes your life!!

I am now going to stay close to this board.. as I need support to get this weight off!

I have just moved to Texas.. havent visited a lapband doctor here yet.. but dont need too.. Im filled to 3.0cc on my 4cc band.

Ive lost 53 lbs since having my baby on April 28th, but have 88 more to go!

I started a blog.. the link is below

Anyways.. wanted to so hello and introduce myself!

Welcome back and congrats on the beautiful baby!

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Hi Sweety,

The baby is so cute! You sound so happy, everything seems great for you now.

Congratulations

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

That is one gorgeous little girl! Welcome to the boards and good luck getting that baby weight off! I'm 17 months postpartum and am still struggling. (Banded 12/14).

Nathalie

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Sweetness,

Welcome to TX. I can recommend 2 great band Dr.'s here, closer to you than to me but they are great. Dr. John Marsden in Lewisville or Hurst (2 offices) and Dr. Fredrico Maese in Ferris or Dallas. (2 offices). Congratulations on the baby. Boy or Girl? I live in Corsicana.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

so, you had your baby banded right?

did you gain alot of weight? or did the band help you to keep your weight down? did you have to get the band totally unfilled? were you able to breastfeed? (hope that wasn't too much to ask) my husband and i are trying to get pregnant and i have worries and questions about what life/pregnancy would be like banded and if i would have a hard time losing after the baby was born.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

so, you had your baby banded right?

did you gain alot of weight? or did the band help you to keep your weight down? did you have to get the band totally unfilled? were you able to breastfeed? (hope that wasn't too much to ask) my husband and i are trying to get pregnant and i have worries and questions about what life/pregnancy would be like banded and if i would have a hard time losing after the baby was born.

__________________

yeah i was banded while pregnant. At first I kept it tight. but i could barely get food down.. the more 'into' the pregnancy i got. the tighter the band got.. i had it taken down from 3.5 to 2.5 cc. It felt like i had it emptied out! as soon as i got it unfilled i balooned up.. i gained 60plus pounds. I did breastfeed.. but i wasnt able to produce enough milk for her.. i pumped and tried for 8 weeks but gave it up. I dont know if thats related to the band or not.. but i just endedup formula feeding and froze what i could with the breastmilk and fed it to her with formula. It was funny.. towards the end I got so big.. with the baby.. people thought that the 'port' was her foot! it stuck out of my belly. lol

we have a healthy baby girl since day 1!!

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

so, you seemed to have lost most of the pregnancy weight right? you say the band got tighter as the pregnancy continued? do you know what that would happen?

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Congrats on your new bundle of joy. I had surgery with Doctor McKeen as well. Sounds like you are doing well. Good luck with the remaining lbs.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

julie.. isnt dr. mckeen the greatest? Im so bummed not to be there anymore .. ugh.

Yes, I lost almot all of my pregnancy weight. the first thirty came off in about two weeks.. then ive been working on the rest ..

My doctor at the time, said that the band got tighter possibly due to the hormones. I guess some women experience band tightness when it is 'that time of the month' the same sort of hormones or similar ones arise during pregnancy and increase.. that and the larger my belly got the more 'compact' my stomach got.. thus making the band tighter :)

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Wow what a gorgeous baby...congrats! And to get into it so quickly after childbirth...brilliant. You are truly committed...I know quite a few that would have given themselves a year off...

:) becky

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now

  • Trending Products

  • Trending Topics

  • Recent Status Updates

    • BeanitoDiego

      I've hit a stall 9 months out. I'm not worried, though. My fitness levels continue to improve and I have nearly accomplished my pre-surgery goal of learning to scuba dive! One dive left to complete to get my PADI card 🐠
      I was able to go for a 10K/6mile hike in the mountains two days ago just for the fun of it. In the before days, I might have attempted this, but it would have taken me 7 or 8 hours to complete and I would have been exhausted and in pain for the next two days. Taking my time with breaks for snacks and water, I was finished with my wee jaunt in only 4 hours 😎 and really got to enjoy photographing some insects, fungi, and turtles.
      Just for fun last week, I ran two 5Ks in two days, something I would have never done in the past! Next goal is a 10K before the end of this month.
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
    • Teriesa

      Hi everyone, I wrote back in May about having no strength. I still get totally exhausted just walking from room to room, it’s so bad I’m using a walker with wheels of all things. I had the gastric sleeve Jan. 24th. I’m doing exactly what the programs says, except protein shakes. I have different meats and protein bars daily, including vitamins daily. I do drink my fluids as well.  I go in for IV hydration 4 days a week and feel ok just til evening.  So far as of Jan 1st I’ve dropped 76 lbs. I just want to enjoy the weight lose. Any suggestions or has anyone else gone thru this??  Doctor says just increase calorie intake, still the same. 
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
    • Stone Art By SKL

      Decorative Wall Cladding & Panels | Stone Art By SKL
      Elevate your space with Stone Art By SKL's decorative wall claddings & panels. Explore premium designs for timeless elegance.
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
    • Clueless_girl

      Losing my hair in clumps and still dealing with "stomach" issues from gallbladder removal surgery. On the positive side I'm doing better about meeting protein and water goals and taking my vitamins, so yay? 🤷‍♀️
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
    • BeanitoDiego

      I've hit a stall 9 months out. I'm not worried, though. My fitness levels continue to improve and I have nearly accomplished my pre-surgery goal of learning to scuba dive! One dive left to complete to get my PADI card 🐠
      I was able to go for a 10K/6mile hike in the mountains two days ago just for the fun of it. In the before days, I might have attempted this, but it would have taken me 7 or 8 hours to complete and I would have been exhausted and in pain for the next two days. Taking my time with breaks for snacks and water, I was finished with my wee jaunt in only 4 hours 😎 and really got to enjoy photographing some insects, fungi, and turtles.
      · 1 reply
      1. BabySpoons

        Amazing! Congrats!!! Watch out for the sharks. 🦈

  • Recent Topics

  • Hot Products

  • Sign Up For
    Our Newsletter

    Follow us for the latest news
    and special product offers!
  • Together, we have lost...
      lbs

    PatchAid Vitamin Patches

    ×