I was banded 12/18 but I did my pre-op measurements on 12/3, just before starting two weeks of pre-op Medifast. My husband just measured me again, and I've lost 25.5 inches since 12/3!!!

I'm measuring 14 places (neck, upper arms, lower arms, thighs, calves, chest, bust, underbust, waist, hips) and I've lost around 35 lb. I haven't started exercising yet, but I will soon because I want to see those numbers keep going down!!!

That is awesome!

it's exciting to see those changes, isn't it? have you taken any pictures?

i've dropped 24.5 inches and 42 pounds. i took a picture on 12/31/07 and one last night...and i can really see the difference.

yay! it's really happening!

I took pictures before starting the pre-op diet and again just after my first fill. I don't know if I'll ever share them - I wanted to be sure to see differences, so I wore an athletic bra and lycra capris - every bulge is visible! But yes, I can tell a difference, particularly in my face. I'm looking forward to my second fill next week as I've plateaued.

Thanks for the comments!

Awesome job! I have noticed some differences in my face, but no one else seems to yet. That's OK, I have just started this journey and I know it will be obvious soon!