Hello All,

Just wanted to update everyone on my progress. I was banded 2 weeks ago tomorrow. I am just so happy those 2 weeks are over. I went to see my Doc. today I have lost 11 lbs. I was thrilled. I have also graduated to soft foods, oh I am so glad. I think the 3 weeks of liquids was worse than the surgery. Tonight I went out and celebrated with my husband. We went out for mexican and I ate about 1/2 cup of refried Beans and about 1 cup of salsa and I was thanksgiving day full. I couldn't beleive it. In the past I would have eaten a full basket of chips salsa and a full meal, then gone for ice cream. Not tonight, I just can't beleive how this band is working. I get my first fill on Sept 15th so I am looking forward to that. Any way I am only70lbs away from my goal. I haven't been this happy in a long time.

Excellent News

I'm so happy for you that the band is working for you so far.

Isint the band the greatest thing?!!

I love my band

That is great cateringqueen! Glad to hear you are doing good and your happy. It is amazing how the band works. Make sure you fit the criteria's of needing a fill when the date comes. Remember your supposed to be plateued for at least a couple of weeks. Your doing great! Teresa

And didn't that first real meal out taste delicous! Congratulations! Yes, please be sure that you really need a fill before you get one. You may pleasantly surprise yourself.

Congratulation queen

enjoy the

1/2 cup of refried beans and about 1 cup of salsa and I was thanksgiving day full.

It may last a long time... work it, feel your food, take time to eat your meals and enjoy every bite.

I use to say the only time I felt full was on Thanksgiving. With the band it happens almost every day.

So glad to hear you're doing well and welcome back to the world of real food!!

Congrats on the weight loss! It's only just beginning!