So glad that I found this website! I don't know anyone nearby that I can talk to so I log in to this site for support. I was banded in late April 08 at Ochsner in New Orleans, LA by Dr. Richardson. I've had 2 fills and have slowly been losing weight. I've learned to recognize when I am full and try to stop eating right away. Sometimes I get this full sensation after just one bite; other times I'm ok and can eat a full cup of food. Something I have noticed however, is that I gain weight when I eat even the tiniest amount of carbs such as l/4 cup of pasta or something like that. Could this be my imagination?

Hey,

I was also banded by Dr. Richardson (the day after XMas '07)

I've lost 66lbs to date. I don't see Dr. Richardson anymore. I see the PA. (Amber) She is a doll ... and Jesse the NUT.

I hear you about the carbs. I try to stay away from pasta, rice, and breads. I have pretty good restriction now and really can't get enough protien if I eat carbs. I don't miss them tooo much.

Nothing tastes as good as being thin feels.ahahahah

This is a great place to come and see how others handle problems you may be having. It's been a life saver for me.

Talk to you soon.

Hello!

I am from Mississippi also...Gautier.

I was banded on October 8th by Dr.Avera in Ocean Springs.

I will get my first fill November 21'st and can't wait.

I have been doing good only lost 11 lbs since the surgery but as long as it is a loss I am happy :thumbup:

Glad to see another person from here.

Take Care,

renita

So glad that I found this website! I don't know anyone nearby that I can talk to so I log in to this site for support. I was banded in late April 08 at Ochsner in New Orleans, LA by Dr. Richardson. I've had 2 fills and have slowly been losing weight. I've learned to recognize when I am full and try to stop eating right away. Sometimes I get this full sensation after just one bite; other times I'm ok and can eat a full cup of food. Something I have noticed however, is that I gain weight when I eat even the tiniest amount of carbs such as l/4 cup of Pasta or something like that. Could this be my imagination?