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Shonia, So glad to hear you are doing good right after surgery! You will be sore for another week of so, but it goes away! I know you are looking forward to some real food, but just do what the doctor tells you! I am doing good so far. I have lost 49 pounds since surgery on 2/13/09. I have had my ups and downs with food too. You just have certain days that things don't agree with you and your band, but they are easy to overcome! Think about the results! That's what I do.

Keep in touch...take care...follow doctor's orders! Laura

Hi Shelley! I have been at 49 for about 1.5 months. I am stuck right now too! I got a fill last week and I can tell a difference. Hopefully this will help give me a little boost! And yes, what you are talking about happens to me too! And the doctor says its normal! I have my moments and a lot of it depends on the situation when I am actually eating. I have to sit down and relax and not RUSH! That always gets to me! I just can't eat fast! Please keep me posted on your progress too! Take care! Laura

Hi Shonia,

How did you surgery go? How are you feeling? Please keep me posted! Thinking of you during this transitional time! Laura

Hi Shelley! I haven't been on this site in a while. How are you doing? I so far have lost 49 pounds, but need to lose more! Please keep in touch...thinking of you too! Laura

Shonia,

Congratulations to you! I know you are excited about your scheduled surgery! I haven't been on this site in a while. Keep me posted! Good Luck! Laura

Hi Julie, How are you doing? I haven't been on this site for a little while so need to catch up. Everything going good so far. What about you? Laura

Hi Shelley, How are you? I haven't been on the site lately, just a little busy with everything. So, how are things going with you and your band? I have been doing good but still have some issues with eating too fast and/or not chewing my food enough. My doctor did not give me a fill the last visits, so I only have 1.5cc since my surgery on 2/13/09. I can't believe its been 5 months since my surgery and you too! Looking forward to hearing from you! Take care, Laura

Hi Susan,

Just noticed that you were a patient of Dr. Herrara. I was banded 2/13/09 by Dr. Chappano at NF Surgeons. I have had nothing but a great experience with their group. I love my band! What made you go to a sleeve? Talk with you later, Laura

Keep up the good work! It's showing on you well!

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Hi, congratulations on your surgery. It sounds like you are doing just great! You are the first Jax, FL, bander I have seen! I was banded 2/13/09 at SVMC with Dr. Chappano and am loving it! Hope to hear from you soon. Laura

Hi Gretchen, How are you doing these days? I have been busy with daughter's graduation, but trying to get back into the swing of things with myself. I go for my 2nd fill on 6/24 and looking forward to it! I know I have been eating too much lately and occasional stuck episodes these past 2 weeks. Chicken and bread are my enemies it seems like. Do you have any problem foods? Looking forward to hearing from you, Laura

Hi, Shonia! How are things going with you now? Sorry haven't gotten back to you sooner, but been busy with daughter's graduation, etc. Looking forward to hearing from you! Laura

Cont'd - What kind of foods are you eating now? Any good menu ideas? I feel like I'm not eating the right things. I have been exercising every other day. I have lost 46 pounds as of today. I hope its higher next week at drs office! This morning I tried on 2 pairs of capris and they were too big! Its nice to see the sizes drop isn't it??? So far, so good. I am glad I made the decision to have lap-band surgery! Love it! Looking forward to hearing from you! Laura

Hi Shelley, How are you? I know...I have been busy with my daughter getting thru graduation and now getting ready for college stuff. Anyway, I am scheduled for my 2nd fill on 6/25 and can't wait because I am eating too much. I've been yo-yoing too with 2 lbs up, then 2 lbs down...frustrating. How did you feel after your 2nd fill? Any restriction?

Gretchen,

Between the time you had surgery and your 1st feel, did you have any stuck episodes or feel any pain? Did you eat the same way you are now? Just wondering if I'm having the normal symptoms everyone else is having. Thanks, Laura

Hi Gretchen! Thanks for getting back with me! After I had my 1st feel I didn't feel any differently than after initial surgery. When I went in for my 2nd fill my doctor said he didn't want me to do it because of the stuck incidents I was having and didn't want my band too tight. Well it seems like the stuck episodes are almost at every meal. Now that you have mentioned the eating slower and chewing more, I know that I am not starting to eat slowly!

I usually am starving when I eat my meals, so...Today at lunch I started out with what I thought was slowly eating, but it wasn't and I had pain, but eventually after a few bites got the hang of it - slowly and chewing thoroughly. I guess I just need patience! ! I am scheduled for another fill on 5/14 so maybe I'll get on track and be able to get a 2nd fill then. I really love my band and the weight I am loosing. I think of it as my "permanent monitor" for eating less and losing weight. I also have noticed that in the mornings I can not eat first thing like I used to so I drink 1/2 cup of coffee while getting dressed, then more on my drive to work. I've been eating Cheerios for breakfast and they seem to be agreeing with me, so far. I guess only time will tell. I'll keep you posted on my progress and status! Again, thanks so much for your help! I feel better about it after talking with you! Thanks, Laura

Hi, Gretchen. Just read one of your messages to Shelley about your 2nd fill and filling restriction with the other little stuff going on too. Did you have any restriction after your 1st fill? I didn't think I had, but the past couple of weeks (since my first fill) I have had problem with food getting stuck and throwing up. I know I need to eat slower and take my time, but is that what restriction is supposed to feel like? Just wondering...let me know your thoughts. Thanks, Laura

Good Morning Shelley,

Haven't heard from you in a few. How are you doing?

Looking forward to hearing from you to see how you are progressing.

Talk to you later, Laura

Hi Shelley, How are you doing today? I went for my "2nd fill" last Thursday and the doctor didn't give me the fill. I feel like I have some (a little tiny bit) restriction. You know I had a couple of bouts with food getting stuck and talked to my doctor about it, so we are waiting until next month or sooner, if I choose to have a fill before appointment. I have done better this past weekend/week. I HAVE to learn to eat slowly and chew thoroughly! I have been consistently losing pounds in small amounts the past couple weeks, so I'm not complaining. I was a little disappointed when he said he wanted me to wait, but then a little bit relieved. How have you been this past week? Talk with you later! Laura

Hi Shonia, Nice to hear from you. I am doing good. I went for my "2nd fill" last Thursday and the doctor didn't give me the fill. I feel like I have some (a little bit) restriction. I have had a couple of bouts with food getting stuck, so we are waiting until next month or sooner, if I choose to have one before appointment. I have done better this past weekend/week. I have to learn to eat slowly and chew thoroughly! But, I am so glad I decided to have lap-band surgery. It is a wonderful tool and I think of it as my permanent "monitor"! I have been consistently losing pounds in small amounts (approx. 2-3 lbs per week). I feel so much better these days. I have to close for now, but talk with you later...take care! Just wanted to say hello! Laura