jenn3480

For the February 2013 Bandsters... http://www.lapbandtalk.com/topic/163363-any-february-2013-bandsters/page__st__100__hl__february%202013#entry1930877

I kind of know what you're going through. Although I had really good restriction in the beginning, (or at least it seemed), I haven't lost anything in 3 months. I just hope that you don't get overly discouraged. Maybe another fill? Are you exercising? I know a lot of people think it's easier than it really is. I've struggled with the band also. Just know that there are others out there that aren't "hitting goal in 6 months". Don't be discouraged... it will happen for you too!! P.S. I've only lost 50 out of a goal of 120. Just keep pushing forward!

I am coming up on one year 22 February. I have lost 50 lbs. Not as much as I had hoped, but I am definitely to blame for it. I have found that Cookies and popcorn are no issue for me and lack the willpower most of the time to walk away. I think I'm ready for another fill. I will try to keep motivation going, as I hope others falling behind do as well. I give big congrats to those that have progressed well! P.S. The 2013 banders are confusing me on this thread. Isn't there a separate thread for them?

I haven't been on for a while and I'm feeling a little discouraged. I was banded on 22 Feb and had my first fill on 5 April. I haven't lost as much as I would have liked by now. I know I need to be patient, but I feel like I have been waiting for this time in my life forever! My next fill is on 17 May and I know I definitely need it. I can eat things that others I have talked to cannot. Again, I know everybody is different but I can eat rice, pasta, etc. Anybody else still able to eat this stuff? I only eat it in moderation though and not every day. I do have a really difficult time with any type of bread and sometimes hamburger. I have switched to ground turkey and that seems to have solved the hamburger problem. I just feel UGH... any advice?

I was banded on 22 February. I had lost 17 pounds at my post-op appointment on 12 March. At that appointment, my doctor told me to start solids the next week (which is this week). I'm doing pretty good, as long as I chew things good. I had an incident with a tortilla the other day, but for the most part things are going down smooth. I haven't tried bread or pasta, but a little bit of rice was fine. I also can't drink while I'm eating, which I guess is good since I'm not supposed to anyway, lol. I can only eat about a cup of food. I do get hungry quicker though. Not sure what causes that. I can't wait to get my first fill on 5 April and hopefully have some good restriction!

You have a lot to be happy about! You have started a new chapter in your life, one that some others only wish they could have. You are in college getting an education and you are beautiful! I agree that counseling might help. Even if they don't prescribe anything for you or you don't want to take meds, having somebody to talk to one-on-one is always helpful. I hope you feel better knowing that there are others out here that feel your pain and understand completely! Good luck!

You have a lot to be happy about! You have started a new chapter in your life, one that some others only wish they could have. You are in college getting an education and you are beautiful! I agree that counseling might help. Even if they don't prescribe anything for you or you don't want to take meds, having somebody to talk to one-on-one is always helpful. I hope you feel better knowing that there are others out here that feel your pain and understand completely! Good luck!

I was a little loopy in the recovery room, but I could swear the nurse told me that they filled my abdomen with gas to make the laproscopic procedure easier. My surgeon told me that I would not be able to burp, which I have, but it does hurt a little. I have four incisions, but really only two of them hurt. The other two only hurt if I accidentally rub on them or touch them. I have to say that I was pretty scared about post-op pain, but it's not nearly as bad as I imagined. And I believe it will totally be worth it!

I actually can swallow more liquid than I thought I would be able to. I can drink about 4-6 oz. of a Protein shake before I feel full. I don't have much of an appetite... not sure if that is normal or not. My husband bought a brand new king size pillow top bed for me to have after the surgery. It was actually delivered the day of my surgery. I can't sleep in it. I have been sleeping propped up on the couch. I was only in the hospital overnight. Surprisingly, the most pain started on day two. The gas is pretty painful, but feels better if you can get up and move around. I was prescribed a pain killer, but I don't like the side effects it gives me, (severe headaches). So, I have not taken anything today for pain. I was just contemplating trying to swallow a tylenol, but I think I might just go and get some liquid stuff. When is your surgery?

I just had my surgery on 22 February! I am definitely looking for some supportive people that are going through the same thing. Please feel free to add me! Good luck to everyone!