It seems we're all playing "follow the leader" with our journey. We were all excited with anticipation, then somewhat disappointed roughly 1 month out... and here we are over 3 months later.

Just wondering how everyone else is doing? How many fills? How much have you lost? How many cc's in your band? Are you happy, or still in the "Bandster Hell" phase?

Personally, I'm finally liking the band. I was NOT a big fan at first (felt as though it wasn't working at all!). After 3 fills (5.5 CC's in a AP Small band), I finally feel content. I'm slowly losing, and I'm confident I'll pick up the pace after my next fill (2 weeks). It was long and agonizing waiting for restriction - but, I can honestly say the "sweet spot" is within view.

I hope you're all starting to make nice with your bands too!

:smile:

Hello All the Tenacious Tens,

I haven't posted in awhile but nice to see everyone is doing well. My surgery was 10/11/07 and so far I've lost 61 lbs. and down to a size 14:thumbup:

My doctor has me on low carbs (less than 30 a day) and I'm at the point that I am running out of variety to eat. I also know I need to get exercising, which I haven't really done too much of.

Is anyone else trying to do low carbs? If so, what types of foods are you eating? I'd love to get some other ideas.

Sue

Is anyone else trying to do low carbs? If so, what types of foods are you eating? I'd love to get some other ideas.

Sue

Sue - I'm doing a South Beach Version of "Low Carbing". I do add whole grains, veggies and fruits that are carbs, just to get more balanced meals - and it seems to be working / don't feel like I"m missing too much.

I didn't have a Pre Op liquid Diet (was told to do the South Beach) and I've just kept it going..I'm down 40 & Hubby's down 65 - You can find a lot online regarding South Beach Diets & recipes...Good luck~

Everything I have read about hair loss is it is temporary and will come back. The Protein helps. I am so happy that you are feeling better. The ups and downs are the pits though. I am sick with the flu and have no appetite and know I need to eat...how strange!!! I am concentrating on fluids right now and a little food here and there. Still happy though. I am down 57 pounds prior to the flu so it will be interesting to see what the scales say when I get back to work (I weigh at work and the doctor's only). Have a great day and keep going. Mary

julialois, i really like dr. mequid!!! i didn't really care for the nutritionist either!!! i just sat through the time i needed to and haven't had to see her since. dr. mequid is so understanding and he really listens to what your questions are and asks what your think as far as a fill or not. don't let her discourage you, she has a poor attitude!!!

I haven't posted here for awhile because I'm ashamed of my weight loss compared to everyone else. Well I'm happy to say, I finally have restiction and I'm losing. NOW I'm starting to love my band.

Dont be ashamed of what you have done..you will succeed... Good Luck...I think we have all felt that way...like we were not losing fast enough at some point...good luck and you will keep losing....

i finally lost weight..down to 205, but i'm also pregnant..

BE CAREFUL LADIES, EVERY FAT CELL YOU LOSE MAKES YOU EVEN MORE FERTILE!!!

Had my first surgery on 11/7/07 and second (emergency) surgery on 12/7/07 - the band slipped. This last week I'm feeling very depressed and wondering if I made the right decision cause I haven't lost any weight in 5 weeks. Haven't gained any either. I'm eating less than 1000 calories a day and trying to make sure it is all healthy and exercising, yet I can't seem to lose any weight. This past Monday I had my first fill (1.5cc), but I don't really notice much difference except in the morning when I feel tight. I'm really getting discouraged. Anybody experiencing the same thing? Any suggestions???

Hi Sharon,

I had my surgery on Oct 4, 2007 and have had 5 fills with NO restriction thus far, I have only lost 8 since surgery, so I understand how you feel.

I just had my 6th fill 2 days ago, have 2.9cc's in a 4cc band. I am worried about the sliming, pbing because I have never had it, and don't want it.

but I do want to start losing wieght. I am glad that you are "loving" your band now. I really want mine to start working for me.

Janet

I'm new here. Got banded in Norman, OK on 10/22/07.

My weight then was 335, down to 267 (today!). I want (wish/hope) to get to 180 eventually.

Been sick the last two weeks with my allergies and asthma. Just getting everything cleared up.

Leave for vacation in Hawaii on friday, so I'm not going to worry about the scale for the next 10 days.

Sorry if my posts are scatter brained, but I've got 5 year old twin girls and a 17month old boy who think I exist only to play with them.:biggrin2:

Just thought I'd jump in and say hello. I was banded Oct 30th with a 10cc band and lost 30 lbs before my first fill on Jan 4th. I had pretty good restriction and I was uber careful. I lost restriction until my 2nd fill oon Feb 8th where I lost 7 more lbs then lost it again due to a longer wait to get fill #3 on March 24th. Taking in too many liquid calories and not being a big exercise fan has made it slow of late. I feel like Im finally back on track though... and prob within a fill or two of my sweet spot. :thumbup:

Hi I am about right on track with you.... I had no restriction hardly on the 2nd fill and lost only 4 pds..in Feb.... the first fill was really good and tight... good luck...keep up the good work..I have not found my sweet spot yet either...

hi everyone, i have not posted in a while. i am losing weight o.k. but not fast enough for me. read some people have lost way more than i have even being banded at the same time. it kinda makes me feel like this is not wirking for me. but i just have to keep reminding myself that everyone is different. but boy it's hard to remember sometimes. i wish everyone well with their weight lost.

laphappy - we are very close in amount of weight lost. I have lost about 27 pounds and was banded October 26th so don't feel too bad! I know without the band I'd probably have gained weight in the past 5 months - when I look at it that way I can't really complain!

i finally lost weight..down to 205, but i'm also pregnant..

BE CAREFUL LADIES, EVERY FAT CELL YOU LOSE MAKES YOU EVEN MORE FERTILE!!!

OMG ... This is my biggest fear!!! After 10yrs of fertility treatments, I gave up and decided I'm a dog owner. And now that I'm taking care of myself - being selfish about my time @ the gym, etc...that is when I'd get pregnant.

CONGRATS!!!!!! All the best for a happy band baby!!!...I'm sending hubby to get a vasectomy now::thumbup:) LOL

I just turned the curve w/working out hard and getting proper restriction - Down 52lbs & close to 19 inches all around gone. I've turned a bit of an exercise junkie and food police to hubby (banded w/me) - sorta like a reformed smoker.

Hope everyone continues to do well...Bandster1007, keep us updated on the little one~