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I can relate - I was vomiting multiple times a day - anything and everything...and it just slowly kept getting worse..got to a point where I was eating crackers and Clear liquids... This may sound stupid, but...While I knew it wasn't normal for pregnancy, I also didn't think it was totally the band either...It did not appear to be nausea, but I was definitely sick...so I held out going to the lapband doctor because I thought it was pregnancy-related.... The truth is - it is both...as the baby gets bigger, things become more congested and "pushed together" in your stomach, and hence the reason, my vomiting was slowly getting worse as the baby got bigger...also made worse with hormones and dehydration..........so needless to say I wanted that lapband doctor to take the entire fill out, but he said to take 2 cc's out (I previously had 7 cc's in) and try that....solved all my issues... I cannot say what your doctor will say, but I can share my experience and let you know that the "conventional thinking" on total unfills during pregnancy seems to have shifted in the last couple of years. I wish you good luck with whatever you and the doctor decide. I will be interested to see what he/she says...please share if you are so inclined, and again, good luck and congrats on the babies!!!

Wow! Congrats on the twins!!!! You totally are doing the thing that is right for you and the babies and listening to your body! I was in the same situation with vomiting every day and thought I would have it totally unfilled too, but the doctor said, try the 2 cc's out and if that doesn't fix it, come back, but it totally fixed it! I am totally eating so much now, too much probably, but I know the baby and I are getting all we need! Congratulations! Twins! Wow!

I found out I was pregnant about 8 months after surgery - and after 65 lbs lost. I thought I would not get an unfill, but after progressively getting worse "morning" (aka all day) sickness when I tried to eat anything, I decided it was time to go see the lapband doc. My OB knew I had lapband, and I had lost 25 pounds in the first 20 weeks of pregnancy; the OB was ok with that as long as I was able to get nutrients. I was still overweight, so I am sure that factored in as well (if I had been 120 lbs and lost 25 lbs, I can guarantee he would not have liked it as much!!!). Anyway, at about 20 weeks, I felt like the band was too tight and I was somewhat miserable when trying to eat, so I went in prepared to have a full unfill; however, the lapband doc said he doesn't suggest that because then you have no food restriction, he took 2 cc's out of the 7 cc's I had in and it immediately stopped the morning sickness. I am glad that he did not totally unfill because I would be eating too much. I am comfortable right now, knowing that baby boy is getting all the nutrients he needs. The universal thinking on lapband unfill has definitely changed over the last couple of years...I think good advice is to be open and honest with your OB, and even more important, listen to your body...If you are still vomiting/PB'ing after 4-5 months of pregnancy, it is probably not morning sickness...you may need a partial unfill... Good luck, ladies...I have found pregnancy (especially after a partial unfill) to be exciting and wonderful...I am in my first pregnancy, at 39!!!! Wasn't sure I would ever get here, but after the initial surprise (had tried for 5 years previous to banding), I am so excited!!!!

Doc said I could not use it prior to surgery, but said that I could use after...and even combine with the narcotic he gave me. For me, it works best for the gas.

I think creating one is such as a great idea - so innovative...I actually bought a "200 shakes" recipe book compiled by a bandster on Ebay - so not only will it help people - maybe you can make a few bucks too! Thanks for the Davita link, I just bookmarked it!

Do you have to go back to work this early? Is there any flexibility with your employer? If so, I would really recommend that you take care of yourself first. It will pay off in the long run.

This sounds like a great idea. I love cooking and am/was afraid I would lose some of that desire to cook...I don't have any lapband recipes yet because I am a newbie, but I would definitely be interested.

GNC's Lean Muscle Meal (the ones you build yourself) - are good... I like the EAS light (pre-made), but not the EAS Carb control...I generally add more Water because they are just too thick. Also, GNC has the Isopure water that tastes like gatorade but has a lot of Protein... I don't want to sound that I am selling GNC, but I likve in the boonies, and they deliver. They also have a 20% sale on the first week of every month with their Gold Card...If you use retailmenot.com you can usually get a coupon for free shipping.

Thanks, that means a lot to me. Even though most of my family is obese, and probably would never intentionally judge me, I cannot help but want to try to avoid being judged...

clear liquids not so bad. Today is 2nd day by my count, but three by the doc, so I get to have full liquids. I spent the day with diluted v-8 splash, water, and warm, soft ice cream. Am contemplating coffee, but thinking maybe I should give it up - what better time. I have been sleeping pretty well. Last night two doses of the narcotic prescribed helped, I am sure. Strangest thing is that I had to get up to urinate more times than normal - strange considering how much less I am taking in from before. As with the research that I conducted prior to the band, I have found the "gas pains" to be the worst pain. I find the children's motrin to be the best to solve that. The pains are getting better. My challenge of the day is that the one person I trusted with my lapband information told another of my family - no big deal, I guess, but given that it is my life and choice, the timing was not optimal for me. I cried, because it just feels like someone else is looking at me like a loser. I guess the pun is in the fact that I will be one!! haha:thumbup:

I used the narcotic the doc prescribed again last night to sleep comfortably, might try nothing tonight. I made through to 3 o'clock with no liquid motrin - but finally the sporadic gas pains indicated I should give in - why do I need the pain, when a little motrin will help. I will progressively try to wean myself from that too. While I felt better this morning than I have in the last two days, I did take a little nappie this afternoon. I actually did about 3-4 hours work today (on my computer) - I don't think - no, I know - I am not ready to go to work yet...the stairs here are kicking my butt, never mind the added stress and everything else at work - I get enough of that stress sitting here in my recliner. I am lucky because I have insurance, I have a job, never mind a job that allows me some flexibility to go back when I can...I am putting more pressure on me than they are. I am feeling more calm with the fact that now more of my family than I wanted to know, know about my lapband...I feel bad that they feel bad, but it is my life and I make the choice who knows. I had told who I wanted and that was enough - but what is done is done and everybody is done being bothered - including me! I tried protein powder and coffee (not together) for the first time each since the band, so far working well. I like the GNC Lean Muscle Mass protein powder the best - it is best cold, but drinkable when tepid. Raspberry Dunkin Hot Coffee is my coffee of choice - boy is that nice to have today. I am struggling, like most new bandsters, to get enough water, but I am getting a fair amount and I just keep trying. I saw pork chops and they looked remotely interesting...but no way am I trying those for a while - but damn they smelled good. I can fell my stomach starting to churn now and am trying to minimize it...:unsure:and am expecting to reach the "I'm starving" stage, that is so widely reported soon...I will deal with that as it comes. I have not regretted so far, and I don't really see it happening, but we will see, I guess.

I used the narcotic the doc prescribed again last night to sleep comfortably, might try nothing tonight. I made through to 3 o'clock with no liquid motrin - but finally the sporadic gas pains indicated I should give in - why do I need the pain, when a little motrin will help. I will progressively try to wean myself from that too. While I felt better this morning than I have in the last two days, I did take a little nappie this afternoon. I actually did about 3-4 hours work today (on my computer) - I don't think - no, I know - I am not ready to go to work yet...the stairs here are kicking my butt, never mind the added stress and everything else at work - I get enough of that stress sitting here in my recliner. I am lucky because I have insurance, I have a job, never mind a job that allows me some flexibility to go back when I can...I am putting more pressure on me than they are. I am feeling more calm with the fact that now more of my family than I wanted to know, know about my lapband...I feel bad that they feel bad, but it is my life and I make the choice who knows. I had told who I wanted and that was enough - but what is done is done and everybody is done being bothered - including me! I tried protein powder and coffee (not together) for the first time each since the band, so far working well. I like the GNC Lean Muscle Mass protein powder the best - it is best cold, but drinkable when tepid. Raspberry Dunkin Hot Coffee is my coffee of choice - boy is that nice to have today. I am struggling, like most new bandsters, to get enough water, but I am getting a fair amount and I just keep trying. I saw pork chops and they looked remotely interesting...but no way am I trying those for a while - but damn they smelled good. I can fell my stomach starting to churn now and am trying to minimize it...:unsure:and am expecting to reach the "I'm starving" stage, that is so widely reported soon...I will deal with that as it comes. I have not regretted so far, and I don't really see it happening, but we will see, I guess.

My doc is of the nothing is off limits side...With that said, he says anything in moderation or as an exception is ok. He clarifies that as long as it stays as the exception and not the rule, that is fine. We specifically talked about beer! With that said, I have not tried beer yet, but intend to after I get through the first five weeks.

Children's Motrin and movement are the only things that have helped me. Good luck,

You go LibbyJane! I love it! I too hate that Wii - OBESE...like I need a computer to remind me! I have an old pair of jeans that I really want to wear. I want to go to weddings/functions in something that doesn't resemble a tablecloth. I want to look good in pictures. Someday I want to have children. Those are my goals.

clear liquids not so bad. Today is 2nd day by my count, but three by the doc, so I get to have full liquids. I spent the day with diluted v-8 splash, water, and warm, soft ice cream. Am contemplating coffee, but thinking maybe I should give it up - what better time. I have been sleeping pretty well. Last night two doses of the narcotic prescribed helped, I am sure. Strangest thing is that I had to get up to urinate more times than normal - strange considering how much less I am taking in from before. As with the research that I conducted prior to the band, I have found the "gas pains" to be the worst pain. I find the children's motrin to be the best to solve that. The pains are getting better. My challenge of the day is that the one person I trusted with my lapband information told another of my family - no big deal, I guess, but given that it is my life and choice, the timing was not optimal for me. I cried, because it just feels like someone else is looking at me like a loser. I guess the pun is in the fact that I will be one!! haha:thumbup:

As mscafe32 stated, I have also lurked on the boards for months, but this is my first post. I started this journey on almost a fluke - I had a friend that sent one of those "16 things people don't know about you) that circulates on facebook...one of her 16 things was regarding her lapband. Prior to that I had never heard of it. As I researched and researched and researched some more, it seemed the tool for me. Not until about 5 days ago did I start wondering otherwise...in hindsight, it was probably the surgery, missing work, etc. that had me nervous, not the procedure itself. With that said, I had my band put in on 7/21/09 - so i am 3 days in at this point. I have found the Clear liquids to be a bit boring, but tomorrow I get to go to full liquids for another 10-14 days. During the time I was researching, I found that most people found the "gas pains" to be the worst, I concur. It is tolerable, but occasionally flares up. I do find more relief with the gas pains by using children's Motrin than with the narcotic subscribed by the doctor. I am still very excited for the potential of this tool. I applaud anyone who is going through this.

I am not really sure what to think yet about the whole process. I read through every bit of reading material possible prior to committing to this - even went through two doctors to this point. I am nervous about failing, but that is one of my flaws anyway...I don't like failure. I am excited about the band's potential and that it is the norm not the exception to lose weight on it (unlike dieting in general). I used a lot of opinions from here - thanks to everyone that posts.:smile:

I am not really sure what to think yet about the whole process. I read through every bit of reading material possible prior to committing to this - even went through two doctors to this point. I am nervous about failing, but that is one of my flaws anyway...I don't like failure. I am excited about the band's potential and that it is the norm not the exception to lose weight on it (unlike dieting in general). I used a lot of opinions from here - thanks to everyone that posts.:cursing: