SillyGoose

Anyone here been banded through Kaiser? My doctor told me I have to go to a gastric bypass siminar to find out more info on the band. Apperantly they don't have a Kaiser doctor in my town that does the band, I may have to go futher up north to have it done. If you've been through this process with Kaiser, I would love to hear about your process. Thanks,

Congrats - I'm excited for you!

I absolutely need a fill - but just a small one I think. Right now I have 9cc's in a 14cc band. I too have to watch it when eating too fast. I PB alot if I rush it. But, as long as I chew it well, I can still eat large portions and I don't like that at all. One good thing though - this past week I've noticed I'm thinking about food a lot less. I don't know if it's the band working or too many other things on my mind! Oh well, whatever works! Take care and have a great week!

Most of that weight was lost BEFORE surgery!:laugh:

I'm here! I just don't come on too much anymore. Staying busy this summer. Thank you for looking out for me - I appreciate it. Weight loss is still extremely low - but at least I'm not gaining. I'm happy about that! Everyone else seems to be doing great! Take care

I still can't believe how quickly things are moving for you. That's great! And, yes, you do have to pay your co-pay each visit. For me, the weight loss had been slow, but Dr. B. seems to be satisfied with the results. I think you will really like him. I know I do! I know I would be losing more if I'd get more serious about exercise. I'm really starting to notice the fills taking effect. I'm definitely eating less and there are some foods that just don't agree with me - like bread. I shouldn't be eating them anyway, and now it's really uncomfortable trying too, so it makes it easier to stay away from them. Take care!

You're just moving right along - that's great! I'm happy to hear that your going to do the classes. I wish I could go to the support group meetings, but there's just no way to fit it into my schedule! You'll be banded in no time!

Bernadette, Thank you for your continued support as well as your prayers. You're great! I can say that I know I'll be having another fill. I'm now at 8.5 cc in a 14cc band and this last fill doesn't feel any different than the one before. As long as I chew well, I feel I can almost eat as much as before the band. I don't allow myself to do that of course. I can't wait until I hit that sweet spot! Let me know how your 4th fill went. I hope all is well and your able to keep stuff down this time. Congrats on your weight loss! You're doing amazing! I hope your stomach is adjusting to the fill now so you're able to eat.

Good morning everyone, I've kinda been MIA lately. It's been a rough couple of months for me, but I'm doing ok. With the emotional stress of making the decision to file for divorce (we've been separated since February) and losing my step brother a few weeks ago to a massive heart attack (he was only 44) - I'm ready to get back on track. I went in for my 3rd fill yesterday and lost 1 lb for the entire month. I'm just thrilled I didn't gain anything! Plus this morning, I was down 3 more lbs overnight! I'm not logging the 3 lbs on my ticker yet because I wouldn't be surprised to be up 3 lbs by tomorrow morning. My body really does fluctuate that much! I just wanted to stop in and say "Hi" to you all. I hope everyone is doing good and enjoying their summer. Happy 4th of July!

Boy, that was a really old post! I already had surgery 3 months ago. I guess I figured it out huh!

Well, I lost another half a pound! Again, not much but still in the right direction! Let me know how you did this week! Have a Blessed Mother's Day!

I've been avoiding this site lately. I've gotten so discouraged. I'm not losing near as much as everyone else. I've really only lost about 15 lbs since surgery. Should be more by the time I weigh in tomorrow - I can feel a difference this week I think. I have some restriction but think I will need a 3rd fill in a few weeks. I've been making better food choices but I've got to start exercising again. I stopped by using the excuse that it was too hot - and it was a few weeks ago but it's cooled back down some now! Also, I'm in the middle of a divorce so I've used that as an excuse as well. I'm tired of making excuses and for goodness sake, I had surgery to lose weight! I have to get my act together!

Bernadette - if you can't keep anything down, even Water, then you need an unfill right away. If it really is as bad as it sounds, you need to call the office and demand to be seen or go to the ER. Someone I know on this site that went to the same surgeon as me had to have an emergency unfill because her medication got stuck too! Let me know how your doing.

If I could have had the choice between the band or the sleeve, I probably would have the sleeve personally. Kaiser here doesn't offer it. Just bypass or band here. This is a choice you have to make - just research them both the most you possibly can before you make your decision. Good luck to you! By the way, I'm not unhappy with my band at all!

Nope, I gained about a half a pound!

Hi Jenny - I think it would be ok to start losing the weight if you want too. If it were me, I'd probably not try too hard to lose, but make sure I didn't gain at all until I met with the surgeon. You may want to think about going to the weight loss class. It does give you a lot of good information and a chance to ask a lot of questions. I definitely have more restriction with this last fill. I'm finding that I must pay close attention to my eating habits - slow down and chew well! I've had this stuck feeling in my chest a couple times and have had to pb. No big deal, but I am learning from it. It's nice to finally feel like I have a band though! Michelle - I'm so sorry to hear about your unfill. What an awful experience that must have been! At least you have a decent fill level again. Have a great weekend too and happy birthday to your daughter!

And now it begins! I'm so looking forward to this 3 day weekend! I'm going to enjoy every moment! You do the same

Jenny - that is such great news! Do they still require a percentage of weight loss before they do the surgery? mb20mom - the time will fly by and is well worth the wait! Just keep yourself busy!

This is when you get below 200 lbs. I haven't been here in 16 years! I can't even imagine what it will be like! We just need to remember that even though we make mistakes, we are not failures - therefore, we cannot, and will not give up! I know I've got to dust myself off and get back on track! Good job on getting back on track! Let me know how your 3rd fill goes. I got my 2nd today and I now have 7.5 cc's in a 14cc band. I had only lost 3 lbs since he saw me last month. He wasn't too concerned but he did give me hard time because I haven't been walking since it started getting really hot here. I need to stop making excuses and just do it! Good news - I found out I can call him to make an appointment for a fill if I think I need one. I had the impression that I had to wait a month. He makes you think you have to wait a month, but I just flat out asked him if I could come sooner if I needed and he said ok! That's a releif! And, my name is Chealyn (sounds like ShayLynn). My mom just got fancy with the spelling! Take care and talk with you soon!

Well, I went for my second fill today and I had only lost 3 lbs since the last time he had seen me. He didn't seem too concerned, but did give me a hard time about exercising. I had been doing so well, but I stopped once it started getting hot. I gotta get back on the right track! Jenny - let us know how tonight goes for you! Michelle - I hope your next fill works for you. How many cc's do you have and what size band? I now have 7.5cc's in a 14cc band. Take care ladies!

I'm right there with you. I feel like I'm constantly gaining and losing the same 4-5 lbs. I was doing really well with walking, but now the weather here has gotten so hot, I just can't make myself do it. This weekend it was over 100 degrees here! I too have not been eating the right foods and am also ashamed. I'm eating portions way too big sometimes and it scares me that I may have stretched my pouch. I am by no means eating the portions I used to be able to consume - but it's still way too much. I get my second fill on Wednesday and pray that it helps! We'll get through this - we have too!

I'm sure it will go well. Maybe take a list of questions with you if needed. I go in on Wednesday for my second fill. I really hope I feel some restriction with this one. I've been struggling this month! Talk to you later...

How much did you lose this week? By the way, you should update your ticker to show off your great results!

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You're doing great! I'm so happy for you - what a great loss this week for you! I haven't seen onderland since I was 19 years old! Well, I finally had a better loss this week. I lost 3.1 lbs. That makes a total of "almost" 16 lbs since surgery. Still losing pretty slow compared to others, but at least it's coming off right!? Can't wait to hear how everyone else is doing. Have a great weekend!