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Hi, all. I was banded in February/14. I lost 50 pounds lickety-split (6 months) and then slowly started to struggle. I now am up twenty pounds and still struggling. I have had some band issues (over fill, de-fill, not enough fills,etc) and I really struggle with emotional eating still (stress, discouragement mainly). My naturopathic doctor thinks I'm not getting enough protein and fat to lose weight. Hmm. I certainly know what I'm doing wrong in terms of eating too much...I just wonder if I could actually be eating too little of the right things...and truly, I just need some support from some folks who may have been challenged in similar ways and have won the battle. Thanks!

I'd really like to thank everyone for replying. I needed to hear about other people's experiences. Mike, I'm sure glad the sleeve is doing the trick for you. I've often thought I should go that route, but I decided I haven't done everything I can with the sleeve. Recently, I had a very small fill...this has resulted in some challenges in eating, but I am persevering so far. I have to be really careful in chewing well...so I think this is good for me. So far I've lost a few pounds since the fill, so we'll see what happens.

Hi, Barefoot I did hear that they were closing for awhile, and then I heard that SmartShape with Dr. Chris Cobourn had bought it and were re-opening. Maybe check again, or with SmartShape? I'm from Saskatoon. Had my surgery with SmartShape in Mississauga.

No. I have lost 50 pounds this past year thanks to my lap band. I had been on every diet known to mankind and I'd lose 10 or 15 pounds, then gain back. Over and over....for about 20 years. I became severely obese around age 40 and suffered for 10 years. Thank God I had the surgery. Even though I still have 50 pounds to go, and no, this is not always easy (I'm an emotional eater...of course its not easy), it is hands down the best money I've spent on losing weight. I feel satisfied with small portions and I have had very few problems with getting stuck or sliming. I am doing things I haven't done for years. I am more confident. It's great. Go for it. Change your life...you deserve it. Good luck!!

Hi, Andy and February Team I have lost 50 pounds...but I lost it from late January to June...have been stuck on same three or four pounds (up and down) since. I'm starting to feel really discouraged. I'm only at 3.7 cc in my band. I know I am not eating as well as I should be, but I still feel like this should be moving even a little bit every week. Anybody have any advice??

Hi, fellow Sask. handers! I've been off the forums for a long time...summer kind of got in my way....I got "cocky" and have been struggling to get back on track. I exercised a LOT this summer but ate too much, so I've been at a plateau since June 28. Recently, I've been having ab pain and discomfort, so the nurses suggested a de-fill. I've been doing liquids and soft foods for about a week which has helped keep the weight off! I am due to go back for a fill this week and see if I can get going again. How are you two doing?

Hi AsH, things are going ok. Been on a plateau the last month which is a drag but my family doc says it's just my metabolism "resetting itself". I lost this past week so I hope it's moving on down now. I did get a very small fill a couple weeks ago. I saw a lady in Saskatoon....I will find her name for you if you want. I am supposed to eat about 1 cup volume each meal and small snacks. I stick to about 1200 calories or less per day. How are you doing?

Maybe it was the type of anesthetic used. Talk to your dr about this and they can let you know what to expect and what they can do to help. Take care and keep posting!

Jennabean, I was SO anxious as well! Heck, I even gave my husband my funeral directions in the event I expired! But I knew I wanted the surgery to get healthier or I wouldn't live long enough to see some grandchildren! I asked lots of questions and the doctors were very helpful. I prayed and did relaxation exercises while I waited to go into surgery. Honestly, it was the easiest anesthetic I've ever had. After the surgery, if you get anxious, ask for an Ativan. Works like a charm. I am down 37.5 pounds since my pre op diet! Worth every minute and every dollar!! Good luck!

Hi again AsH26 I see we are communicating on a couple of forum topics! So I haven't got a fill yet, but I sent an email to the nurses tonight to ask about setting one up. No trouble foods yet, but I haven't been brave enough to try bread!

Hi AsH26 I've lost track of the other person but maybe we can find others!

Congratulations, Scubachick ! Awesome progress! Thanks for the info about your fill, too.

Don't know who she is yet....I haven't had a fill but hope to fairly soon.

Yes, this is normal. I had lots of bruising for awhile. Congratulations on coming to the banded side!

Hey, any of you Saskatoon folks still checking in here? I've "talked" to another new bander here and we are interested in possibly starting a support group.

Hi Ash26 I got my band in Mississauga at the SWLC with Chris Cobourn. I'm feeling the same thing....I wish there was a support group here. Maybe we'll have to start one! Who does your fills? When I asked, they said, oh,we will let you know that when it is time for a fill... Felt like the secret service or something!!! Otherwise I have no complaints!! Right now I am still losing,so I won't be taking to them about a fill quite yet. How many fills have you had? Any trouble with any foods yet?

I've lost 25 pounds since I started the pre op diet, about 12 since being banded, so I'm pretty happy with that. I am having no trouble eating fish, moist chicken, and cooked vegetables. Haven't been brave enough to try any pasta or toast at all! I have only told my immediate family(husband, kids, sister) about being banded. I will consider telling more people once I have lost more weight. I just don't want the opinions at this stage of the game!! How are you doing?

Hi Ash26 I'm a Sk lapband patient. Just got banded Feb 12! So glad I was browsing the forums tonight!

Thanks! I'll try it!

Hey guys How do I edit posts on here?? I just did a double cause I thought the first one didnt post and am trying to figure out how to delete!! Obviously new to this social media thing!!

Uhm, I GOT into smaller jeans. I don't think " hot" fits quite yet.

Take care, Mikee57! We'll figure all this out together. I'm also so grateful for all the info I've learned on this site.

Uhm, GOT into a pair of smaller jeans.... Don't think "hot" fits quite yet!!

Hi all. I'm now 5 weeks out and feeling great, band wise. I was getting ready to discuss a fill with my team, then on Saturday I injured my hamstring. I'm on crutches for now as I can't put any weight on that leg. So I decided now is not a good time to be experimenting with a fill! I'm doing chair aerobics videos to get in some cardio-found them on youtube!! Other than my recent stupid injury, I'm enjoying banded life! Hot into a pair of jeans one size smaller this weekend!!

Hi sherik. Have you heard anything about the aspen lapband clinic in Regina? Or any news at all related to Saskatchewan lapband groups? I'm in Saskatoon, just one month banded and am looking for more local support. Had my surgery in Mississauga with Chris Cobourn.