July Butterflies Master Thread

[Donna113 2]

Got my second fill today. It was by the nurse. She took out 3 and put in 4. We did the Water test and she decided to take out .5 so I now have 3.5 in 8 cc band. We’ll see how it goes.

[kimaly 57]

Thx Orea, And congrats Dionna. mine went well, no pain. I got 3.6 in my 10cc band. we started with 5 she wanted me to feel what to tight was. went down to 3 that wasn't enough so up to 4 still a little hard to swallow so she worked her way down to 3.6cc and that's where we're at. I'm in a much better mood then the last couple days and looking forward to the rest of this journey.

[Donna113 2]

Thanks, Kimaly. I just ate a package of instant oatmeal and felt no restriction and still hungry so I fear it's not enough. I have an out of town business trip scheduled for the week of 9/15 and if I still feel it's not enough by this Friday, then I'm going to schedule a fill right after I come back.

[orea15 0]

Dionna! 199.5 is a beeeyoutiful number! I was just sitting here and admiring it. BRAVA!!:thumbup::blushing:

[Donna113 2]

It hasn't moved in weeks.. tomorrow will be 7 weeks since banding. I really, really need to see some movement.

[orea15 0]

I hear you on that! My scale has been bouncing up and down the same few pounds for several weeks, too. I'm hoping that when I get to solids on Thursday, I can make some changes and get things moving again. <fingers crossed>

[kimaly 57]

Thanks, Kimaly. I just ate a package of instant oatmeal and felt no restriction and still hungry so I fear it's not enough. I have an out of town business trip scheduled for the week of 9/15 and if I still feel it's not enough by this Friday, then I'm going to schedule a fill right after I come back.

I don't know what your Dr. says (because they all seem to say so many differant things) but the fill center told me that sometimes it takes a couple of days to be able to feel the restriction (should have asked why) maybe they say that because they put you back on liquids for 2 days i don't really know but will be sure to ask next time. if you feel like you need it when you get back i would set it up. who wants to be hungry any longer then they have to be. good luck on your trip, and like orea said- how great to be below 200. i can't wait.

[lynlynkr 0]

I had my fist fill today. I have 6.5 cc in my band. I came home and had some sou; I didn't feel any restriction either. Like you said, my friend said she felt the restriction a couple days after the fills. So, I am hopefull. I think6.5 in the band sound like I should have restriction. I am happy to be in this boat with so many great folks.

[mtnman428 1]

I hope everyone's fills are going well! I'm scheduled for mine on 9/11. I do have a question about it though. I am flying to get my fill, then staying with a friend that I have not seen in 2 years. She/we wants to go out the same night that I get my fill. Now, I know that my Dr. does not want me to eat for 3 days following my fill (fine), but can I drink alcohol?? I'll be on liquids anyways, but has anyone drank on the same night after their fill? It will most-likely only be that 1 night of drinking.

Also, Joiful, yes I did experience a cool weight loss victory! I have always been pretty flexible, even when overweight, but a bit before surgery (at my largest) I realized that I could no longer stretch well. I tried to grab my foot from behind to stretch after exercising and I COULD NOT!!! Now that I'm down about 26 LBs (not even much), I can finally reach and grab my foot to stretch again!!! Can't wait for more freedom from fat!:party:

[kimaly 57]

I had my fist fill today. I have 6.5 cc in my band. I came home and had some sou; I didn't feel any restriction either. Like you said, my friend said she felt the restriction a couple days after the fills. So, I am hopefull. I think6.5 in the band sound like I should have restriction. I am happy to be in this boat with so many great folks.

WOW, that's a big fill. what size band do you have? and what is the fill level in it? mine is a 10cc w/9cc fill level.

[mfinney 0]

Ok, so I got my first fill yesterday and found out I have a 10cc band, if I recall, (I always forget what was discuss) and I got 2cc's and am on Clear Liquids for 2 days, full liquids for 2 days, and mushies for 2 days, then back to regular foods. I can't tell yet wether or not I have restriction, but I am not too hungry. However, I belched a lot after the fill. Wierd or normal? I am optimistic that I may have restriction. Sometimes I physic myself out on just what others post, like when all others are upset that they don't feel restriction after a fill I feel like well if they don't then I won't either. Ya know what I mean?

[Donna113 2]

mfinney, I know what you mean but it definitely seems like everyone has different reactions to fills and that's why it's a game of adjustments. You may be perfect with your first fill and not need another one for months. I hope that is the case for you. It sounds like you are at a good start since you don't feel hungry and you are "belching" more than usual.

On a positive note, I finally saw some movement since 8/20. I went from 199.5 to 199. It's small but it's a movement in the right direction. I have had movement in the other direction (fluctuating between 199.5 and 201.5 for the past 2 weeks) so it was good to see movement in a downward direction. I refuse to update my ticker for weight gain of less than 5 lbs BUT if I lose even 1/2 lb, then you bet your sweet arse I'm updating my ticker!!! LOL

[Charlene K 1]

Thanks, Kimaly. I just ate a package of instant oatmeal and felt no restriction and still hungry so I fear it's not enough. I have an out of town business trip scheduled for the week of 9/15 and if I still feel it's not enough by this Friday, then I'm going to schedule a fill right after I come back.

I had the same experience with my fill. Now, I have 3.5cc and I am so hungry. I am going in next Monday for a second fill. I have to journal all my food or I will go over on calories. I can eat anything. SCARY! I even gained a pound over the weekend.

[lovegrapes 0]

but can I drink alcohol?? I'll be on liquids anyways, but has anyone drank on the same night after their fill? It will most-likely only be that 1 night of drinking.

I don't think a drink or two or three could hurt, just drink some Water in between drinks so you don't get dehydrated. I've been out three times since my banding and I my band seems to be super tight in the morning after drinking.

[mtnman428 1]

Good advice, thanks Lovegrapes!