demarie87

I'm beginning to lose hope. I have 11cc in my 12cc band and I can still eat solids like chicken with very little restriction. I had a low bmi of 30 and I have lost 12 lbs from April when I was on liquids only and kept that off. Since then, no weight loss just some gain that I recently lost with extensive exercise. I'm going to call tomorrow and see about another fill or other options. My surgeon told me my stomach is super tiny and my band needs to be super tight but I only have 1 more cc before its filled! I spent alot of money and I'm beginning to wonder if I made the right choice. With healthy food choices, I'm still over eating because I'm hungry... Anyone else having similar issues or have advice!? My dr takes the fluid out each time and shows me to assure its all there and there is no leak!

I typically feel restriction in the morning so ill have a yogurt or protein shake to avoid any complications but by lunch I feel none. I made chicken salad today with carrots and celery sticks with light mayo. I brought veggie sticks ( they are kind of like chips made w veggies) as a snack bc usually I'm still really hungry after lunch. I also have 5-6 hours between lunch and dinner. I work at a summer camp for autistic children and we don't have breaks we eat with the children which is difficult. Dinner is usually chicken or fish with veggies. I will request the fluoroscopy I would like see what's going on.

Thank you! I'm going to try to get in this week and not lose hope yet ???

I have an unfill each time and all the fluid is there with to the exact amount.

The legal requirement is bmi of 30 ( obese) the other numbers are insurance requirements. Now I am out of these obese category but still overweight with a bmi of 28. I'd like to get to a healthy weight where I'm comfortable in my skin and not overweight.

I am frustrated! I got 5.5 cc in my 12 cc band my first feel and feel absolutely no restriction! I can (but choose not to) literally eat as much as I could before the fill. I know I'm supposed to wait a month for my next, but I'm debating on cling Monday and seeing If I can get more fluid added. Is there a reason to wait between fills?

Thanks for the advice! Today is a new day to make better decisions :-)

I go for my first fill in two days (thank god). I originally lost 12 lbs the first week but as soon as I got on solids I have only kept 8 lbs off. My problem is that I have been eating less (barely) but I can't seem to find motivation to eat healthier! I found myself finishing my sons pizza tonight, and although it was maybe half the amount I'd usually eat, I should have been making a better choice. I am wondering if my motivation level will change after my fill? Will I ever be satisfied and not craving pizza and bread? Will I eat substantially less once I have a fill? I know I'm eating like 2 cups now, not one. I overrate once and had a big stomach ache, so I do know my limits, but I feel like I need more restriction than that to successfully lose weight. I guess I am frustrated and wondering when this will work. I am also a big exerciser, and maybe not running has also effected my weight. I was told 2 more weeks before I can run. Hopefully things get better!

When should I poop?!? It's been 6 days since my surgery now! Should I take something?!? It hit me today.. Omg... I haven't popped . Sorry haha but in dead serious

I went today!!! and naturally

Tomorrow I am 5 days post op and I can finally have full liquids! I am so excited. I know this means I can have protein shakes, but can I also have creamed soups and things like pudding? I am excited to get food In me so I have energy!

I'm so hungry! I've mixed some chicken gravy jnto my broth to get me some calories, but I wonder why all our diets are so different. I can't function off 200 calories a day because I am just exhausted! I am scared to go against what the dr says, and I won't, but I feel like should have been able to completely tolerate shakes today

Day 3 post op. feeling so tired and lightheaded... Kind of dizzy.... Is this normal

I just called my doctor and he said to switch from sugar free drinks and ice pops to ones with sugar so I can get some calories in me. Hopefully that helps. I wish I could just make a protein shake and not feel dizzy

I was told clear liquids only. Isn't whey mix for shakes? My mom is going to Gnc to pick me up some clear liquid protein in a few

Not much with chicken brothe and ice pops. I do have clear ensure with protein, but I am just not hungry. Suggestions ?

I had my Lapband surgery this morning:-) I am a huge baby when it comes to pain, so I thought I'd be miserable, but I feel good! Every hour I'm feeling better and better. I have few gas pains, sleep often, and walk every hour or so for a few minutes. The worst was that I had to be pricked 10 times for an IV, because they could not find my veins! I also woke up very sick to my stomach ( I am very sensitive and get nauseous easily) but now feel great and i have had chicken broth and an ice pop, although I was not hungry- just thirsty! My family is eating chicken and although it smells great, I am surprised I have no desire to eat it. I was definitely fearful of this diet bc I love eating and cooking ( as we all do I'm sure) ! Anyway I am new to this and just looking for some support to assist me on this journey! It's an exciting time in my life as I am graduating from grad school next month

I am in New Jersey. I just got very nauseous again, but I took medicine for it and I'm feeling better. I hope I sleep tonight after sleeping some much all day!