dazzlingone

I was banded in 2013 and have lost 150 lbs. During this journey I've had a few gains. The highest at one point was near 15 pounds. I hate losing the weight over again so that keeps me motivated even if I'm not losing I work hard not to gain. I'm working on this last 20 pounds I want to lose. It's hard work Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

How are all the March 18th bandsters doing? I'm down 80 pounds, feeling pretty good!

I'm so excited!

How are you doing? I had those kind of episodes before and I was definitely too tight. Had an unfill and all symptoms stopped! I know we all want to be as tight as possible, I lost 13 pound in 5 days when I was too tight. However, to wake up choking with reflux, and water coming out of your nose is not worth it. It also can damage your band. I hope you are doing better Soybean.

Good news is I'm down 70 pounds! Weird NSV is that now sometimes when I sit on the toilet I feel like I'm going to fall in! I don't have as much rump to cover the toilet seat anymore. :-)

Hi everyone, Just wanted to update you that I got my unfill today. I'm so glad I listened to you guys I feel so much better. I could tell right away, even from just drinking Water. The crazy thing is I lost 12 pounds since Monday. The weight loss is great but not at the expense of how I was feeling. Not eating, no nutrients, was barely drinking. So again, thanks! It made me stop waiting and act sooner than I would have. You guys are the best. He had only given me .50cc, and he took out half of what he gave me. It made such a big difference.

I had my 5th fill this week and I tell you, I'm not hungry but I also can't keep much down. What is this white foam I keep spitting up too? I definitely can't eat or drink much. I'm eating ice because its easier to keep down. I have been trying to finish 8 oz of tea for 2 days. I keep reheating it :-). One friend just said give it a few more days. What do you guys think? I like what the scale says though. I'm down 8 lbs since my fill Monday. My fear is dehydration.

No I've the slime before when I have gotten stuck. This is just like if I lay down foam will start coming up and I am spitting a lot

Thanks ladies for the hard words, I guess I was waiting because I thought I was too tight when I got my fourth fill. I was scared and scheduled an unfill, but before I could get in to see my surgeon later that week I began to eat more and could keep things down. I was thinking that would happen again but I have a headache this time and the foam thing.

My process went pretty fast, I had my first appointment consult Jan 4th, I was banded March 18th. I agree it may depend on your insurance. I have PPO, my friend with H.M.O. Took about 8 months to get through all the appointments and referrals and all those types of things to qualify.

Hang in there, the way they describe it is so true. It took me 4 fills but I'm definitely green now. It takes some getting use to as well. I can't eat much at all, before this fill I could gulp Water down but those days are over. I don't see myself needing another fill for quite some time. It does make eating easier because as long as you make good choices you definitely don't have to worry about quantity.

I'm enjoying being able to sit on the floor with my legs folded and easily get up I'm enjoying all the "hey skinny" comments even though I still have a long way to go before I'm truly skinny Can't wait to cross my legs comfortably I'm loving trying on clothes I couldn't fit before I can see my collar bone! My husbands glances The proud looks from my parents The inspiration I have been to others The envy I've experienced from some Giving my larger sized clothes to others I'm beginning to enjoy running! In addition to the numbers going down on the scale, I'm enjoying this journey, and all of the NSVs that come along with it! :-)

Have you tried nuts, Peanut Butter? I like tilapia and tuna

Had my 4th fill yesterday, it's hot here and I attempted to guzzle some water. Quickly realized that was a bad move, felt stuck. It stayed down but I felt uncomfortable. This is the first time I've been unable to drink freely. In addition, I haven't been able to drink too much today. Tried a Naked drink and it was so hard to get it down. Am I finally at good restriction? Or am I too tight? I was able to get down small amounts of ice and water.

Thank you guys for responding. If this is restriction it's definitely going to take some getting use to. With the last 3 fills, I could still eat regular for the most part and still guzzle drinks. The only problematic food has been hard boiled eggs. It seems now I actually have to go slow and practice all those lap band eating rules. I'm still on liquids today, we shall see what happens the next couple days and I definitely am not hungry.

I had my 3rd fill 6/17 and it really made a difference. Before, I just felt like I was dieting because I didn't have any restriction. Since the 3rd fill I've gotten stuck so much because of the restriction, I am now learning to take smaller bites and all that because getting stuck and sliming I hate. I've lost 45lbs since preop but to me it's still going slow. As long as I avoid slider foods I do pretty good. I lost 20lbs preop and 25lbs post op. I keep telling myself this isn't bad for almost 4 months. I sure would not have lost it otherwise. Sounds like you may still need another fill, it takes some people a little longer. Also depends on how aggressive your doc is being with the amounts. I have never measured my food I just feel when to stop. Sometimes, I even hiccup. My big thing is the food choices. As long as I choose the right foods I do pretty good. I'm also exercising now.

I was in bed, lying on my side I began to feel something hard. I sit up and pull the covers back to examine what this is??? Turns out it was just my legs and the bones around my knee and thigh area that I have never felt because they have been buried under so much fat! I've since also felt my upper arm bones as well. Feels great! :-)

Not bread and butter, but all of a sudden I crave chips and I didn't pre band. Lays Dill pickle chips are delicious! Pray for me :-) so counter productive to my goal. I do have them in moderation though.

Does any one have any good advice about eating out? I do well as long as I am at home and can stick to my routine. Eating out socially is a big problem for me. I went out to an upscale mandarin restaurant and just didnt do well with my food choices. It's not the portions really, it's more the options. Really didnt have anything to go for low calorie. I mean. Egg rolls, chicken fried rice, beef skewers, shrimp toast, general tsao chicken, beef with pea pods, crystal noodles with shrimp and chicken! I'm like really? I know the simple answer is to have self control and say No! It's just not that easy at times. I logged everything I ate in MyFitness pal and I still didnt do too bad for the day with the very small portions I ate. I just still don't feel right about it :-(

Banded for 2 1/2 months now! Lost 40 pounds, currently stalled, hungry, and frustrated!