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In the seven years I've been married, my husband and I were able to prevent pregnancy and get pregnant when we chose. We used alternative birth control (natural). My husband was in the process of researching a vasectomy when I got pregnant this last time. I guess losing the 25 lbs made me, oh, slightly more fertile. We are educated people here--I have a master's; my husband a bachelor's (we know how babies are formed); however, people make mistakes. Things happen. I don't believe this baby is a mistake, though. I think all things happen for a reason. My husband WILL have a vasetomy this fall--but even that is not 100% effective--nothing is except abstinence. So, I venture on and live by faith that all will be well.

Thank you Dr. C for your info!! Hopefully, my band will stay put, safe and sound, during my pregnancy!

Thanks for the responses--I thought this post was lost forever. I've not vomitted once during since banding--not even while pregnant--I don't see to vomit easliy, which is a good thing. I just want so badly to keep this band in good shape so that when I do get my first fill--about 9 months after my band surger --that it will work! We'll see...

Have your thyroid level checked, too. Hypothyroidism can make it almost impossible to lose weight--makes you really tired, too.

I see Dr. Steely in Clarksville, TN. I don't know what his policies are regarding outside the US banding, but it's worth a try... (931) 552-0380 Dana

Had a bit of a shock last week. Found out I was pregnant with our fourth--pregnant just 6 weeks after LB surgery. I felt like a fool--but then realized this must be for a reason--and what a gift. Needless to say, I WILL take care of this problem come C-section time (tubes not just tied, but cut out, burned and thrown into the dead sea ). Anway, the doctor said that I could continue losing weight as long as I ate a healthy 1800 calories a day. No fill for me until 6 weeks after the baby's born. C'est la vie. 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Rachele-- Was it easy to get the weight off after you had the baby? When did you get a fill after the baby was born?

Well--I'll give you my first account experience of this...so far. I was banded on April 18, 2006--have been doing VERY well--had lost 25lbs. A week ago, I discovered I was pregnant (fourth child). You have no idea the shock and frustration and yet at the same time, the joy. I've been nauseated a lot lately--but I haven't vomitted. I never received a fill, so I won't until 6 weeks after the baby's born. I have slight restriction but am able to eat a fair amount of food. My doctor said he'd be pleased if I eat about 1800 calories (of healthy foods)/day. He said that the baby would be fine--even if I lose weight in pregnancy because I'm overweight--he said that the baby would get what he/she needed first and then I would get the rest (calories/nutrition,etc.). So--another adventure--another chapter in my book of life....I just PRAY for no or minimal weight gain. I've been exercising a lot, so I know this will help. One thing I know--I don't want my tubes tied after this baby, I want them cut out, burned, and thrown into the dead sea. Bless you all--

My doc. will give me a fill at 6 weeks post-op; however, his nurse is really encouraging me to wait until 12 weeks post-op. She says that the longer you can wait, the better. Do you all think this is true? I'm really getting hungry these days--almost one month out.

I know how you feel. Sometimes I wish I had not told anyone about the band, so they wouldn't watch me on this journey. But--I thought if I told them I'd be motivated even more to lose the weight BECAUSE they'd be watching... Some people have commented on my 20+lb weight loss but not many. It'll probably take about 20 or more so pounds for me to look very different. Don't worry about your friend--know you are doing this for yourself--no one else. In time, all will be able to see the new you!!!

I met my husband at Gold's Gym--he was my trainer--back when I was about 70 lbs thinner but still a little chunky. He's been great through all my weight ups and downs. I certainly was not looking--in fact, I was at the place in my life where I just wanted to focus on myself--physically, mentally, etc. Five months after his weight training me, we went on a date--ice skating--and have been together ever since. That's when the weight started creeping up on me though--we went out to eat almost every night--to buffets mainly. He's happy for me now--that I've been banded and am working towards a healthier me...

Sorry, Tricia-- Just couldn't resist! By the way, you're kicking a$% on your weight loss! I believe you started about the same weight I did--how long have you been banded? I can't wait to be under 200 again.

Elliott is gone.

Sarah, Thanks for the post and your experience. I hope the fills will help with my hunger! I'm going to ride it out as long as I can w/o a fill, but if I start to gain, I'm going...

When I was in college (about 10 yrs. ago and about 80 lbs ago), I jogged about 5 miles at a time--about 4-5 times/week. I completed a 5K in about 28 minutes. Now, at 248 lbs., I can jog about 1-2 miles without stopping--in about 18-20 minutes (9-10 minute miles). I'm hoping as the pounds melt away, I'll be up to my five miles again. I love to jog/run!

Alexandra, I think that is what she was talking about--she said that once your band is filled to the max, that's it. So, if you can lose weight without a fill, do it. Anyway, you explained it how I think she was trying to explain it to me. I'm going to do my best to wait--BUT if I start gaining, I'll go at 6-9 weeks for my fill. Good luck, Audra!

Above: Today, Mother's Day, 2006 about 249 lbs. Below: May 2005 about 280ish lbs.

Just had to share this wonderful, exciting thing that happened to me this morning-- I'm officially closer to 200 lbs than 300 lbs. Weighed in at 249.5 1bs. Haven't been this low in over 6 years!!! Love and success to all, Dana

Thank you, dear Joe! How sweet. Looking good, by the way.

21 lbs. now!!! Yes! Closer to 200 than 300 now. 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Macy, You'll be there before you know it!!!

Shortly after my surgery, I went from 255 to 259 like in one day. I was eating/drinking only 800 or so calories per day, too. I was, however, very near my period. A few days past my period, I woke up and weighed 251. I also retained fluids from swelling--caused by the surgery. Whatever you do, don't lose heart. The weight WILL start dropping again. I'm so, so, so sure it's just Water weight.

Bless you, dear Audra! :Banane13:

Lisa-- Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!

Feels great! Thanks, Diane!