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I am actually looking forward to shopping in my own closet! It has started already. I am wearing clothes that I haven't worn in a year or only wore once. I am such a shopaholic that I have tons of clothes from 12 to 20!

I am loving your new avatar! I got my fill yesterday and it was a breeze. I got 3cc in my 9cc band . I did not think I would get that much but it was a pleasant surprise! I have been doing great since Saturday after my temporary insanity! The scales even moved. I lost 21 lbs since surgery 6 weeks ago. The doc was really pleased. I missed out on the 30 days exercise challenge so I started the couch to 5k. I found a hip hop podcast. I love it so much that I might start a thread and see if anyone bites. How is it going for you?

snowflake I am so sorry that you are having to weight do long for a fill. I understand your frustration. You and I were banded around the same time so I know where you are as far as hunger and food choices. What helped me this week was I started working out. It has helped to take my mind off the lack of restriction. I tried to call ahead to schedule nov also but they saidvi had to wait. I sheduled it today so my second fill is nov 19. Also try mixing things like banana or peanut butter in a blender with your shakes. Check out the food forum for recipes. Hang in there!

slim, if your dr does not tell. Just look down at the needle. It was pretty large I could see the saline.

slim, if your dr does not tell. Just look down at the needle. It was pretty large I could see the saline.

I got my first fill today. Exactly 6 weeks 1 day post-op. It was the breeze. The hardest part was the 1 hour wait before they sent me to a room. I got 3ccs in my 9cc realize band. I really didn't expect to get that much so it was a pleasant surprise. I have lost 21 lbs since surgery. Dr. Schmitt was really pleased.

Hi Samurai! I am 6 weeks and 1 day post op. Ihad my first fill today. It went like a breeze. I got 3 ccs in my 9 cc realize band. I was really surprised to get that much. The dr said that I should feel restriction and to do soft foods and liquids tonight. I came home and had a little broccoli and rice mix with a little mashed chicken. It went down well. Oh and by the way I have lost 21 lbs since surgery! I also started the couch to 5k program this week and love love love it!

Wow Debbie! I am so happy for you. Your story inspires me and your perseverance motivates me. Thank you for sharing your happiness. Keep me posted on your progress.

Alright! I know how excited you are. Your date is just around the corner. Keep us posted on your progress

You can find it at the a beauty supply store (one that caters to umm..women of color-see why this forum exists? lol) Or an African vendor. The raw butter has a very nutty smell it is thick and yellow. Sometimes a vendor will sell it mixed with an oil to scent it but the unscented is ok. I just put on a scented lotion afterwards. Hope this link help!:grouphug::thumbup: Buy Bulk Wholesale 100% Pure and Unrefined African Shea Butter: The African Store.

luluc, I defected from the political threads, you are absolutely correct in stating why some people have left. I actually unsubscribed but peeked in when I was on the new posts page.

I cosign that as well ladies. I would also like to add: we welcome any positive advice or input that will help us on this journey! Now with that said : how are the scars looking? Mine didnt keloid but they are dark. The staple marks make them look worse. I have some natural shea butter I just have to commit to using it everyday.

Jason: I want to thank you again for the encouragement the other day. Even though LBT is here for support, sometimes a call for help can get lost among the many other posts. I have been doing so well since Saturday. I ate on plan yesterday and today (and yes I have been drinking the dreaded slimfast with my added Protein lol) I also started the couch to 5k program today. I completed the workout and I really really liked it. The podcast that I found is to hip hop and is very upbeat. lastly...I lost a couple of pounds! I am not going to update it in my siggie until Wednesday after my fill. I feel pretty good! My goal is 10lbs per month and right now at almost 20 lbs in 6 weeks I am doing great.

Only my dh and mom know about my band. Hopefully I will have my 2nd fill by then meaning more restriction. I plan to eat mostly protein (turkey) and definitely some collard greens. I actually hope to lose a little weight during that week.

I go for my first fill on Wednesday!!! I really struggled last week but by Sat. I got myself together. I was so afraid to get on the scale...but when I did it showed that I did not gain any weight. I took that as a sign that I need to get myself in check. I got my water in today ate a lot of protein. I did really good. Tomorrow I am going to start the couch to 5 k program using the treadmill at the gym! I am going to download a podcast tonight that will help me with the run/walk cues. Wish me luck. How are you coming along?

Thanks for the swift kick in the pants. I got on the scale las night an this morning and I did not gain weight even though I felt like I struggled last week. I woke up and prepared my water bottle and cooked a high protein breakfast ( steak and eggs) I could only have a few bites of each because I guess I am tighter in the morning? I plan to blend a slimfast shake with extra whey protein for lunch. Dinner will be baked talapia and spinach. Snack will be low carb Popsicle or string cheese. I feel like today I am in control! I really need you all to step in and hold me accountable for my success. Thanks so much for the support.

Thanks Jason there is truth in everything that you said. I was getting pretty bummed out. I am gonna start going to the gym Monday. I wanna do the couch to 5 k program using the treadmill. I also need to up my water intake. I started that this morning. Should I still be doing protein supplements? What does restriction feel like? If I est until I'm full then I feel miserable. I do need to come to support group and I need to check in with you guys more often. Any advice or encouragement is appreciated.

Hey nayray glad to know that you and band-jo made it out of st. elsewhere ok! Keep us posted on your recovery.

OK ya'll I need some serious support. I will be 6 weeks post op on Tuesday and my first fill is Wednesday(Realize band). This past week has been horrible! I am hungry and I have been making some poor choices for food. I am not getting the signals that I use to get when I was full (burping, pain in back etc.) Is this normal? Can anyone else relate? I feel like everything is getting centered around this first fill. Are my expectations too high or will I get the relief that I need? Is this what's called bandster's hell? Oh and that 16 lb weight loss is probably 12 or 13 by now-I'm scared to get on the scale...

Hey ya'll, my first fill is in 6 days! I am getting hungry! It is getting harder and harder to stay focused on eating healthy options. I think I need to regroup and go back to more protein shakes. :wink2:

I had never thought about that. It makes sense. I really like the blakely tights from target. They hold up pretty well. Have you tried them?