Brockbabe82

I'm still working on hitting my sweet spot. I'm having a fill tommorow, hopefully it will do the trick. Good luck to you!

You have no restriction right now because you have no fill yet. This is the period they call bandster hell because it is the period between surgery and first fill , where you really have to buckle down and follow the rules even though you are still hungry. Good luck and it does get better.

Congrats on the weightloss, thats awesome! And welcome to LBT

I also had a very high bmi when I decided to get banded. The only difference I had then other bandsters was I needed lose 20 lbs before my surgery. Good luck to you and I hope your journey is wonderful!

Hi Lalida, I have almost been in the same boat as you as well. I have been overweight since I was about 6 years old, and those of you who have been overweight know how awful children can be about it. I finally decided when I was 20 that enough is enough, and talked to my pcp about it. He has been nothing but supportive , in fact he is the one who personally called my surgeon and got me the quickest appt. I am very lucky that I have the support from my doctors that I do. With that said, you should find a doc that will help you in any way like it was said before. This is your health so be an advocate for it. Have you met with any surgeons yet? Search around this site I am sure there are others who have the same situation going on, and we can all help in supporting you. So good luck, and don't give up. The band was the best thing I ever did and I am so glad I got control of my life young, and I hope you do to!

I agree, maybe seeing someone else who can give you their opinion of what is going on will help. I'm sorry things are going that way for you but try to stay positive. Keep your head up and all of us posted ! Good luck

Hi Andy, welcome to LBT. I wish you luck as it will probably be very difficult to get approved for this as you are so young. Good luck and please keep us updated!

Welcome Jon and congrats on the start of a happier and healthier you!

way to go! Keep up the great work! Awesome weight loss!

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I really researched the surgery so I pretty much knew what to expect. But some post op products that I found helpful were gas x strips, a nice, new pillow, baby food, crystal light, some cool dvds to watch , and a nice comfy chair to lay in. Good luck to you.

Good luck to you. Sending you healthy vibes and well wishes.

Great job to both of you! Keep it up!

I hear ya as well. Sometimes I get so upset because I just can't sit down like eveyone else and eat a normal meal. Im not saying I wasnt to sit there and eat junk but just a normal meal. But then I remember what my life was like when I ate a normal meal and I realize I'm all set with all that. I would rather be happy and healthy, then sitting at the table eating pizza. Good luck to everyone

wow 120 pounds!!!!! Congrats and keep up your awesome work!

Welcome to LBT both of you!

The process is different for everyone! Some people wait 6 weeks, some six months. It depends on requirements, insurance, appointments, etc. Good luck and I hope you get your date really soon!

Congrats on the start of a happier and healthier you!

Congrats and I hope everything goes wonderful!

Congrats on the start of a happier and healthier you!

Congrats on the start of a happier and healthier you!

This time after the surgery is often called bandster hell by lapband patients. It is the time after your post-op surgery restrictions and before your first fill . It’s a time when you have to rely on changing your habits, lifestyle and diet alone to lose weight. Not everyone loses weight during this time, some people gain. Relax though and get adjusted to your new life, dont worry to much about the weight till you get a fill. As far as the burping and heartburn call your doc just to make sure nothing is wrong. You could try gas x strips and see if they work! Good luck!

Sorry this is happening to you ! Just keep following the rules of the band, chewing, chewing, and more chewing. See if that helps if it doesnt I would get right back in there and have them find you an answer. Good luck to you!

Welcome to Lbt, Good luck on your journey!

Here is the way I looked at it, yes there are risks,but seriously think of the risks of staying obese, there are far more complications and risks of that then actually having the band put in. Good luck and congrats on the start of the rest of your life.