Miss Flump

Hi everyone, I'm getting banded in December and from what I've read, I understand that different patients are fitted with different sized bands. Is this to do with make / model of band or amount of weight (and therefore restriction) people need to lose? Can anyone shed any more light on this for me? Thanks, Miss Flump x x x

Hi Sally, Wow. Travelling back Christmas day. I'd not really considered that, but I can't change now unfortunately, as my ticket's booked. I haven't booked a hotel yet, but I think I'm going to go with the Campanile in Vilvoorde. Their website seems OK and most other people on this forum have tended to stay there. I know what you mean about the mixed reactions you've had from people. I've only told about 6 people so far, and my boyfriend is dead set against it!! His 'have a bit of self-control' is easier said than done. He's of the whippet breed!! I'm a total foodie and I need the restriction. It can't come quick enough for me now. I'm counting down the weeks in school!! Hope to talk to you soon. Katie x

Thanks for your help. I'll check out the other websites you mention. :thumbup:

Hi Sally, I'm getting banded on 23rd December by Dr De Bruyne and flying home Christmas Eve. I hope I'm not going to be in too much pain. I need to get it done in December because I'm a teacher and I'd have to wait until the summer otherwise. I've not heard of Dr Frering, but if you do a search on this site, you might find out some more information. Good Luck and post back to let us know of your choice. If you choose Dr De Bruyne, there's every chance we might meet one another. Miss Flump x x

This is such a good thread. I'm getting banded on 23rd December and the things I won't miss about being obese include: * Being mistaken for being pregnant * Being given dieting advice from slim people * Having a bigger appetite than most people I know * Eating very quickly and people commenting on it * Having three wardrobes full of clothes but only wearing the same three pairs of trousers, because everything else is plus size, but too small!!!! * Shying away from heels, because they hurt the balls of my feet. * Walking down the street, having people stare at my stomach and then unconsciously rearranging their clothes. (anyone else notice this one?) * Sweating * Not liking what I see in the mirror, especially in my bra and knickers * Heavy periods * Snoring * Sore hips and knees * Not having to shop in Evans all the time and pay their bloody expensive prices. I'm sure there's more. xx

Hi there Alfie, I am a 31 year old female from UK who is flying to Brussels on 22 December to get banded. I fly home on Christmas Eve!! I am nervous but excited. I can't wait to start this new journey. I've never been slim, so am extremely curious about what the future holds after being banded. It would be sooo nice to be in a healthy weight range for the first time in my life. Hope you're well. Miss Flump x

Hello everyone, I'm Miss Flump and I am getting banded by Dr De Bruyne on 23rd December. Only problem is that I have to fly home the next day, rather than stay in the hotel for an extra day, because of Christmas. I must be mad. Is anyone else getting banded around the same time? Would love to get chatting if you are. I'm looking forward to shedding some of the 6 to 7 stone I need to lose, but not looking forward to making my way back to the airport if I'm in a lot of pain. Hope to speak to you all soon. Flumpy x x