proverbdoll

Ladies i am in need of some support in order to move forward. I've had my first fil and will need another one for certain because I'm not staying full. I havent lost anything in weeks and I am really frustrated because I am doing everything that I am supposed to and am in my mind right now not making progress. I really could use someone who will be a support system, especially since we don't have support groups in my area.

Well I have been banded and filled for the first time, so I am a little late to the blog party but at least I have showed up and plan on sticking around. I am certainly an impatient person, I think this is so because I am a fix what's not working personality and when your weight isn't working for you then you need to fix it correct? Well unfortunately I can make the decision to fix it but the weight doesn't automatically fall off like I would ever so like it to so now I have to wait, which I am not very good with. I lost 18 pounds during the liquid diet both pre and post op, but since real foods have been introduced I haven't lost a thing. Everything feels as though I am being ganged up on in life lately and I suppose that this makes it all the easier for me to see the lack of weight loss in the past three weeks as a personal failure, which I know isn't true but try convincing my ego of that fact. =) So I am reaching out to those of you who are going through similar situations for support and encouragement, and I must say am overwhelmed at how amazingly open y'all are to do so. I really do look forward to working through this marathon with y'all as support. Current weight 212.8- week 5 post op. Slice of sweetness for the day- my kids are sharing a bed this evening, having a sleep-over with each other, which is all too sweet. And is just what I needed today, it seems to put things in perspective for me. =)

So today was a better day, I didn't feel quite so alone today and that really helps. I haven't told but a handful of people about my band and sometimes it's a bit of a burden to keep to yourself. I have a very small (like 5 people) support group if friends and my husband who actually know, the decision not to tell just worked for my situation. I'm glad though that I can still find support with those who are actually going through the process as well.

Very exciting and a little stressful getting started. Good luck and keep up with some supports because that will keep you from getting discouraged. 

Just had mine last week and I'm ready to feel some restriction.. Gonna need at least another fill before I feel it though I'm afraid

Ladies and gentlemen it is nice to met y'all. I had my surgery on the 15th of June, I lost 10 lbs in the pre-op diet, I have lost an additional 8 pounds since having had the surgery, which honestly I lost within the first two weeks after surgery. I had my first fill last week and received 3cc into my 9cc band. I am more than a little frustrated that I haven't lost anything in weeks. Not that I expect the weight to melt off, but something would be really nice at this point is all I'm saying. If those of y'all who have been through this for longer than I have would provide me with some encouragement I would really appreciate it greatly because I feel as though I am floundering.

Nope, I am from Arkansas. I seriously may be mistaken but I'm not certain, I'm telling you he may have said something else buy I heard 9cc

Just got on here as well and can feel your excitement, I hope you do well, good luck!

Thanks ladies! I really appreciate your advice. I think it is a 9cc band, I'll double check when I go back in august

Thank you ladies so much for your encouragement, believe me it is quite the uplifter. I look forward to getting to know each of you, and look forward to hearing your progress along the way.