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I've lost about 53 total, minus 15 pre-op...38. I am an early March Bandster, I got my band on the 4th.

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I am getting my first fill in two weeks. does it really make a difference? i am frusterated after weeks of trying on my own post surgery. I almost back to eating like i used to and i am getting nervous!!

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Aww thanks Mimi!! Amibrooke it makes ALL the difference... An unfilled band is like a power tool you haven't plugged in yet - you'll notice such a difference!

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Angie

You look MAAAVALOUS!!! Keep up the good work!!

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Thank you so much Angie! I am feeling ready for this first fill and to get this show on the road!!

Congratulations on all your success! you look great!

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Hey to all I am at 25 lbs. to 30 lbs. lost depending on the day....Keep it up guys....

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I've lost 28, sadly over the last 2 months I have only lost 3 of that. I need a fill but my free 90 days of fills are over and I just don't have the money right now to shell out for it. I know it would help since I can eat alot, but I just can't right now :)

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I know where your coming from. I was banded in Mexico and just found a fill Dr. here in birmingham, alabama that finally wants to do my fill for less than $300 and don't require me to travel. I was banded June 25, 2009 and haven't had a fill. I've also gained the little weight that I lost in the beinning. My first fill will be next thursday for $175 and $100 there on :). Stay encourage, something will work out. :thumbup:Try and see if you can do your fill for a cheaper price in your area.

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Yeah, its the drive just as much as the money too..its NOT in a easy place and I have to pay tolls each way to get there...grrrrr.... :)

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I almost 6 months out as I was banded on March 18th. I have lost a total of 71lbs so far and hadnt realized how much I lost until I tried on a size L dress I got from Target. Their clothes have always been so tight to me. I always told my husband that the clothes there ran small... Well to my surprise this morning the dress fits just right. I know that sometimes we get discouraged and dont lose what we want to lose, but I want to remind everyone that even 5lbs lost is making us healthier.

Everyone keep up the good work! We can and will succeed at our weightloss goals whether its a year from now or three. Congratulations once again to everyone for making a life changing decision.:blink:

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I am new to Lap Band Talk. I had my surgery March 10, 2009. To date I have lost 41lbs. I am one of the slow losers, but considering I have PCOS I feel pretty good about that loss. Next month will make 6 months so if I can lose 7 more lbs by then I will be exactly 1/2 way to goal at the 1/2 way mark. I look forward to chatting with others who had their surger yaround the same time.

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Hi Sarah,

Welcome to LandBand Talk.

I'm there with you...........lost 41lbs also. Been at this plateau for about 3 months......it has been frustrating. On the brighter side, I have finally got restriction, I'm not sure if I have reached my sweet spot, but at least the scale has started to move downward. Just made it to onderland :biggrin:.

Cheers,

Vicky

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Hi! I am also a March 10th alumni--down 36 lbs but due for a fill next week. Really slowing down to less than a lb a week. Still waiting for my sweet spot...

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Hello Everyone,

It's been quite a while since I have posted or have even been on this site. I have had a bit of a slump, I lost my job and was a little depressed so I lost focus. I even stopped visiting this site, I finally realize what a support it is. Thankfully, I haven't gained any weight, but I haven't been eating the right things and I haven't been exercising either. Reading all these posts have given me the motivation to get back on track.

Thanks for the encouragement.

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