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Would love to hear how October bandsters are doing. I was banded October 27 and have had one fill. I dropped most of the weight 6 months before but I am still very very slowly losing. I do have my appetite back and am still pretty much using dieting to stay on track. I got to Weight Watchers for support. I realize it'll be a couple of fills before restriction also helps with appetite.

My recovery went very smoothly- I didn't need pain meds and the 5 scars have healed well. I am very glad I did this as it has already helped my mood.

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I was banded October 14th. Have lost 25 since surgery with an overall of 52. I had my first fill last week, 3 cc. in Realize Band. I don't feel like I have any restriction yet. I don't feel hungry but feel that I could eat more than I should at a time. I am scheduled in January for my next fill. My recovery went very well and I had no complications. I have started an exercise program within the past few weeks that I am committed to, walking the treadmill 3x or 4x a week. I am very pleased with my progress. I am struggling with "head hunger" especially when I am due for my period. Trying to drink tea or focus on a positive activity so that I don't eat during those times. I am surprised that I have tried various foods (bread, Pasta etc) and have had no issues with anything yet.

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I also had surgery Oct 14th and all together I have lost 23 lbs, but I gained back 4lbs of that. I had my first fill last month and second fill dec 7th I feel a lil more restriction since my first fill and lost 4lbs. I just started curves last wk will be going mon-thur trying hard to eat healthier, but it get's hard for me. I also could eat anything until my first fill. I now have trouble if the bread isn't toasted and rice seemed to get a lil stuck if I don't eat it slow enough and chew it well. I alse need to learn to not let myself get hungry or I will over eat and fill misirble. Hopefully with this workout I will see more results.

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Hey there! I too, was banded in 10/14 with a 10 Lap Band.

I had my first fill 11/5 of 4 ccs and my second fill last week of 1 cc.

It has been a little difficult at times, I feel like I can eat a bunch- almost like before. I also see people who had surgery around the same time as me losing WAY more weight...but if I look at my weekly average it is 2-3 lbs per week so I am happy with that.

I think I am feeling more restriction now..but can most definitley eat more that 3/4 cup of food. So...not yet at my "sweet spot"

I am interested to hear how everyone else in October is doing too.

I need a good kick in the butt to get my excerise going...with the Holidays it has been particulary difficult.

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Had my surgery on the 19th of October. Since then I've gained 13lbs and I am a complete and total mess. I didn't really have food obsession issues until after I got the band but now I'm a freakin nut job! I had my first fill last week and I'm having another on Wednesday so hopefully I'll start to get some restriction because I have none at the moment. It basically feels like I never had surgery at all, except for the scars, which are still a wee bit itchy. I'm sure things will improve but, in the meantime, I am avoiding my mother like the plague lest I be on the receiving end of another screaming hissy fit. She let the first one fly a few weeks after my surgery when she realised my weight wasn't dropping like a rock like it did on the pre-op diet. She got all excited and then she was disappointed when reality didn't measure up to her made up expectations.

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I am sorry you have having such a hard time...I think it will for sure get better when you start getting fills.

In the meantime your mom needs to chill and try to encourage you a bit more.....

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I'm sure with the right fill you will be fine- it seems until then many people gain or don't lose. I find attending Weight Watchers helps remind me to eat correctly. Let us know how you do after the fill.Good luck!

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I had surgery on Oct. 26th and since surgery have lost 12 lbs. Overall I've lost 32 lbs. I had my first fill on the 2nd and felt no difference. I called my doctor and I go in Wed. for another fill. I have been very discouraged lately, as it seems like I can eat way more than I am supposed to. I also let myself get too hungry and then over eat and feel depressed and uncomfortable. Everyone around me knows I had surgery so the questions about how much I have lost and how much I can eat are constantly flying. I have not been eating very healthy foods and haven't been exercising either. My exercise buddy returns from a vacation this week, so I am hoping I can kick that back in gear.

I do feel better knowing I am not the only one struggling, but it would sure be nice if none of us had to feel this way. Hopefully with time and more fills it will get better.

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I was banded on October 15th and have lost 28 lbs, most of it post surgery. I had a 4cc fill in an 11 cc REALIZE band a week ago today and do not feel much restriction at all. I go back for fill #2 in early Jan. I am tickled to death with my progress, but would love to feel more restriction. However, I am learning more everyday that the band is not a cure all, but a tool to help me manage my eating, but it won't make the urge go away.

I am proud of all of us October bandsters who have taken that HUGE step in our weight loss journey of having our surgery. Good luck to all adn have a Merry Christmas.

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I was banded october 10th. My weight ticker is not up to date I cant remember how to update it. I have lost 11 kg so about 25 pounds I think since surgery. I have an 11cc band with 8cc in it right now. I have a little bit of restriction ( just got 3 cc put in 3 days ago) but hoping the saline will settle giving me more restriction so I can get in full gear for weight loss. Doing well but I am still struggling with the head hunger and stomach hunger debates daily.

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I was banded Oct 27th and got first fill today, 4cc's. I feel a small amount of restriction. But not much. If I drink too fast it is noticeable.

total loss thus far is 37pounds.

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I was banded Oct 7 ( I think), 2009 and have lost 24 pounds so far. Absolutely no restriction and I can eat whatever I want and can eat almost as much as I want to. Having a hard time with cravings, and comfort eating but I am trying. Exercise is so-so, there are days when I just want to relax after work. But I am trying. My second fill is on Wednesday, and I am hoping for some restriction but I am also a little scared. I dont want to be too tight and family is coming to visit on Thursday! They havent been here for a year and I dont want to feel like an exhibit in a museum.

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Does your family know you had the surgery? I only told one sister and a couple of friends so as to avoid answering questions about how it was working.

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I had my first fill (3cc and already had 3.4cc at surgery) and am looking forward to my 2nd fill in early January. Not much restriction but I have been able to either take off a lb a week or stay steady by doing the treadmill 4 times a week, walking 3.5 mph for 45 min.

I'm a little concerned that I already have 6.4 cc and arent close to where I need to be regarding the restriction.:thumbup:

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I was banded October 20th. I think my ticker is up to date....I am at 211 right now. I had my first fill on November 16th. I have 5.8cc in right now. I felt some restriction for a few weeks & dropped 4# but I have been stuck since then. My second fill is tomorrow. I tend to be a tad discouraged but if I look at it as a whole I do feel a little better.

I did get some encouraging news at my last appointment that I would like to share with everyone struggling. There was a woman at the clinic who had lap band & I overheard that it was her 1 year appt. She looked great! I spoke with her for quite a while. She lost 95 pounds in her 1st year. She shared with me that there was a point after surgery that she gained 14 pounds. Once she finally had proper restriction the weight came off! I found this very encouraging! :thumbup:

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