deedee81

Hello all! I was banded almost 6 weeks ago and had my first fill today. Most of my friends and family are unaware that I've had surgery at all. I started telling a select few people, and received a lot of push back - people thought it was drastic, unnecessary, they didn't think I was all that big (but I had a BMI of 39!) and felt like it was dangerous. I already made up my mind and realized my circle of people would ultimately cause me stress - they didn't realize I wasn't asking for their opinion, just their support! I have struggled with weight since I was about 10 years old, but worked really hard from 14-28 to keep most of it off. I used to think I was fat, but now what I would give to be "fat" at 150. After having 2 kids back to back I peaked at 245 after the "baby weight" fell off. In a year, I lost about 20 pounds on my own, but it wasn't enough. I made the decision to get banded and six weeks later I'm down 30 pounds, today at my first fill weighing 197. I am feeling a bit sick to my stomach today - wasn't expecting that - but I'm getting down some liquids ok. Anyway, I'm glad to have found this forum and I hope to make some new internet friends who understand! Thanks for all the information and support!

Thanks guys! So first question - I had my first fill and I feel a bit sick to my stomach. He said he did less b/c he knew I was afraid of overfill and only did 2cc's. Is it normal to fill a bit of nausea? I'm only drinking low calorie gatorade and Water today. I am so glad to have someone to talk to!

Hello all! I had my surgery 6/28/13 and just had my first fill today. Would love a mentor to guide me, especially one who understands the demands of work and motherhood! I'm 33 years old, work full time and have 2 children under 5. Thank you in advance!!!