brwnangel

Hello All, It has been a really long time since I have been on the message boards. The last time I posted I got some what negative or no feedback but I am desperate and going to try again. First of all I got banded in May of 2012 and since then I have lost about 50lbs. I was so excited when I hit the 299 mark! Well the holidays threw me off track and I did not get a fill since like October. When I finally went for my fill 2 weeks ago I had only gained 5lbs since my last visit so I was dissappointed about the gaining weight...but psyched that I didn't gain way more because I basically ate whatever I wanted over the holidays. So since getting the fill in January I feel so very uncomfortable. It feels like Water trickles...every meal hurts and I am resorting to soft foods just so I can get things down because it takes forever to eat anything. I really feel like I am in the red zone. I called the doctor about getting an unfill but was basically told "no chew slower". I know my body and my weightloss has been pretty good but this just doesn't feel right. Prior to my fill I actually lost 2lbs. But since then...only been gaining! I am back above 300....306 to be exact and not pleased!!! Now on to my second "problem". I have recently found out I am pregnant!!!!!!! Needless to say it was not planned. I am sad and happy at the same time. I was in a relationship for almost 10 years and could not get pregnant. After all that time he tells me he is now too old to have kids (43yrs). We broke up almost a year ago. I since then had found a "special friend" and low and behold...when I gave up on every being pregnant here I am 37, banded and 6 weeks pregnant! I can only assume the weightloss led to an increase in fertility...I knew that could happen but assumed after all that time I just couldn't get pregnant. So now I am freaking out because I don't want to tell my Band Dr that I'm pregnant because he might remove all the Fluid in my band. I want to go in and tell them to take some fluid out due to the "red zone" feelings....but definitely not all...and most important...I don't want to gain all of my weight back because I am now pregnant. At this point my mind is spinning and I'm scared to gain back weight when I was so close to being under 300lbs! I don't want to gain any weight during my pregnancy but I also want to do whats best for the baby. Not even sure if weight gain is baby related, band related or what....definitely think its too early to be baby related. So that is my novel!!! Help me with Red Zone thoughts, help with dieting while preggers, and help with worries about gaining...just help!

Okay so here's my situation I got banded in May of this year including pre op diet I have lost a total of 52 pounds. To be quite honest I don't know if this band is working or not. Please don't think I'm crazy but I don't exercise at all and I can eat whatever I want. The only time I feel even slightly restricted is when it comes to bread. I've eaten burgers, Pasta, pancakes, and in all these times I've only gotten sick 1 time and I don't think it had anything to do with the band. I do feel some restrictions but I'm able to eat rather large meals...smaller than before...but large for person with a band. So should I be concerned or just thank my lucky stars? I have also recently found that if I eat less then 1200 calories I don't lose weight. I have a 10 Cc band that has 5 cc's What are your thoughts? I usually find that I don't lose weight when I exercise but I'm deathly afraid of loose skin so feel like I need to start as well.

Don't weigh yourself everyday you will drive yourself absolutely insane!!! I used to weigh myself daily just because I couldn't help myself I think it's just part of the process of having lapband. I now I'll try to weigh myself only on Mondays first thing in the morning and usually completely naked. I know it's hard but try to stick to no more then 2 times a week. I just recently hit 299 and I am ecstatic I have lost a total of 52 pounds.....40 of which I've lost since being banned in May. That scale is my best friend and my worst enemy!

Hi I live near Sawgrass and would love to touchbase or meet with bandsters to discuss our journey and support each other. I was banded on May 15th 2012.

I don't know my bands full capacity but I did have my fill today and have 2.5cc. Dont feel any differences yet but we will see. It is amazing to me how so many surgeons vary in their approach I have seen some people had almost 4cc's put in on first fill..I rather be under filled than over.

I haven't told my family except for my sister...and I have told about 7-10 friends. I don't want the world to know so they can start policing me and asking 2,000 questions and/or judging me. I used to think weight loss surgery was an easy out before I hit 350 and started this process. Most people won't understand just like I didn't. There is nothing easy about this and I just couldn't take any added pressure. At work they didn't have a clue and by law the cant ask why I took sick leave. I had one nosey supervisor ask me point blank and I just said hernia repair.

During my surgery they repaired my hernia so that is exactly what I am telling people...and technically it's not a lie

My surgery was on May 15th and my first fill is on June 20th. I am nervous and excited at the same time. I guess I have been lucky that I have not had any issues with stuck food or pain. I gained 1lb this week so I am too ready for my fill. I am just starting to be hungry and can now eat more than I have been able to in weeks! I am going to keep my fingers crossed that things go as smoothly post fill.

I have! Drank it like a broth one morning to get some protein in. It was good. I ordered a starter kit which came with 2 of each flavor a shaker and a thermometer for like $25. It was a great deal!

My doc had me drink carnation instant breakfast. I like them especially the chocolate. I recently tried unjury which you can buy online. I heard so many reviews. I have only tried the unflavored in OJ but you really couldn't tell it was there no grit or chalky taste at all!

My NP said if something is getting stuck then take a sip. Just don't consistently drink while eating.

Congratulations!!! That is a wonderful blessing! It also gives me hope as I have been unable to conceive and the only thing they could come up with is the weight. Here is to blessings for a beautiful and healthy baby!

I am glad I found this thread...my friends who know have been telling me they see a difference...but yesterday I saw my family who doesn't know and they did not say a word! I was a bit distressed. I immediately told my friends to stop blowing smoke up my @$$!! They just laughed.

I would love friends. I sent some invites but wanted to post my username: Brwnangel

Never heard of it??

I can't do artificial Sweetners which limits my options. I have been loosing weight but does anyone have suggestions for coping with band when I can't really do the fake stuff?

My understanding was that soda stretches the pouch. But now that very one is talking band slippage too it's just one more reason to stay away. I am not a huge soda drinker so it is a non issue for me. I did read that if you need the taste then flat soda is fine.

I am averaging between 600-900 per day. I was also concerned about nutrition and potentially entering starvation mode. When I asked doc he was like "are you hungry?" when I said no he said ok less food equals Weightloss. I still have an issue and am waiting to talk to Nutritionist. Glad to hear others are equally concerned. I haven't lost any weight in like 5 days and am pretty sure low calories is the reason.

Thanks everyone!! I feel better knowing I'm not alone. I will definitely talk to my surgeon and not worry so much about the lack of hunger. I think I will start taking melatonin and see if that helps with sleep.

I am not sure what is going on with me! 1. I am barely hungry. It's 1:30 in the afternoon and I haven't eaten a thing. This is the norm and I have stalled losing weight how do I know if my body thinks its starving? 2. I have insomnia some days and narcaleptic others. When I can sleep...I never want to get out of bed! 3. Last but not least I am hyper aware of my port. It feels like it is trying to bust out if my body! I don't have pain all the time but some movements do cause sharp pains Is any of this normal? Any advice would be appreciated.

Hello Everyone! I am new to the Site and so glad that I found it. My story is like so many of yours....I have been overweight my whole life and was honestly against Weightloss surgery I thought it was a cop out. But when I hit 350 I knew I couldn't do it on my own and went to a seminar. I quickly realized there is nothing easy about this and it may end up being one of my biggest challenges. I have only told a few close friends and my sister. My family has no idea so the support here will be invaluable. Well I was banded on May 15th and including pre-op I have lost 26lbs. I have not bad a fill yet. It am scheduled for June 20th. I look forward to the journey and thank you all for sharing your experiences!

Oh My! Amusement parks were my worst fear. I live in Fl and my nieces and nephews always want to go to the parks...I spoil them rotten and take them just about anywhere but there. I couldn't explain why I wouldn't go on rollercoasters. But I was deathly afraid of being asked to come off a ride. I am definitely looking forward to not having to worry about "fitting" in seats, booths, or roller coasters ever again.

I met my last two long term relationships online first was on Love@aol and the other was on black planet which was ironic because he ended up living in the apt complex across the street! As everyone said there are a lot of frogs wherever you look but I enjoy online because you can weed out crazies alot easier than in person good luck on your search.

Thanks!! I think this site is really going yo help

I tried to start one but have no followers. I think I will continue to write and hopefully find followers. I have never blogged before and figured I must not have been doing ur right.