Anyone banded in cincinnati, ohio by Trace Curry or other doctors? If so please share your experiences. I am looking foward to having the lapband done. Thanks.

i also was banded by dr kerlakian in Cincinnati on the 11 of sept. happy to answer any questions

I actually feel like crap. Very tired and hungry all the time. Can you tell me how they do the fills? That part has made me extremely nervous. I have a post op follow up next wed.

I do believe I am getting enough protein. I drink the isopure drinks because the taste like koolaid to me. I use unflavored unjury in water and I drink womans whey for breakfast. I just feel so discouraged. I weigh every sunday and this week i lost nothing, I don't eat but I lost nothing. So very discouraging. I honestly feel like I will stay fat for the rest of my life.

I walk but thats about it right now. Waiting for the ok to do more. Do you happen to have a y membership? I do and I assume we are somewhat close to each other. We could exercise together and keep each other motivated. Let me know what you think

Yes, We also belong to the ME lyons. We really should work out a time in the evening for us to work out at least 3 or 4 times a week. We can keep each other accountable. That's really awesome. I work 7 to 4:15 everyday and we go to church on Wed and Sun everyweek. Can you work with my schedule?

Christine

I will be going to the support group. Hope to see you there. I only have one child left at home and she will be none next Monday. I have to older children, who have children of there own!! I am thankful at times i am only chasing one around. Let me know if you have decided to go to the support group. I can do Monday nights if you like

Christine

I have not been, this will be my first. I do realize that I need to go. There is so much I still don't understand about this band. Eveyday is a learning process. Do you feel any restriction with your first fill? I literally could eat anything I wanted to with no problem. I don't but the temptation is surely there.

Christine

Well, I had my followup with Maria and Dr Kerlakian today. Not much to report, all is good and I can start bike riding again. I have my first fill Oct 12, 2007. Did you feel any restriction with the first fill? I need one baddddd. I am hungry all the time. Did you decide if you will be going to the support group or not? I never caught your name, mine is Christine.

How much have you lost since surgery?

If thats to personal you don't need to tell me. I am just anxious to get to where I feel like the band is helping me. Right now, it is like I don't even have one.

Christine

Way to go! I am at 26.8 lost and don't feel a bit different. I am waiting to feel the weight loss.

pmmegm,

My husband hasn't attended any meetings. However, he has not given me any grief about getting the band. I do wish he would be more interested like your husband. I will be banded on Oct. 1st., and I am getting excited and nervous. I know deep down that my husband still doesn't want me to do it, and that makes me feel alone in my journey. Thanks for the response to my post.

Karely

<p>karely, Is there possiblity that your husband WILL go? Is he completely opposed to it? I'm sure it's a delicate situation, but perhaps if he did, he could be more supportive. I was excited and nervous before my surgery date. People would ask me how I was feeling and the only answer I could come up with was just that &amp;quot;excited and nervous.&amp;quot; Although you may feel alone in your household, just know that you are not completely flying solo. There a bizillion of us out here willing to support you. I read this crazy forum everyday and mostly it just makes me feel in company with the rest of the banders. Where will you be having your surgery? I wish you the best of luck! Feel free to pm if you like.

pmmegm,

My husband isn't interested in attending any of the support group meetings with me at this time. However, he has become so much more supportive than ever. My surgery is Monday, Oct. 1st at Deaconess Hospital. I have been having a lot of issues with another family member not wanting me to have this surgery. It is so difficult because this person won't speak to me now. My husband has been wonderful helping though this.

Karely

Portland, Can you tell me where in the hospital the support group meets and where is the best to park?

Thanks

Christine

How was the support group? I went to the first one but it was all about food and I don't think anyone felt comfortable talking about any problems they may be having with eating. I'm with you--I learned much more here than I ever learned from the group.

I actually thought it was Thursday. I can't believe i missed it, it is a requirement of my insurance company. Oh well, there is always next month.

I have been going to the Y at 5 am in the morning and getting the exercise out of the way. Seems to be working for me.

Take care

Christine