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BillieG, I haven't had a fill in about 1 1/2 years. I can't tolerate more fill than I have in my band already. I am in maintenance. I don't eat sandwiches like bacon cheesburgers! I usually have fish when going out. I sometimes have chicken, but dry breast are hard for me to eat. You are right about fills and getting used to smaller portions. You have it about right! Once you get to "green" and are eating small amounts, you really don't need fills as much anymore. Best wishes! Karen

Sounds great Billieg! Starting the new year right! Woohoo! Best wishes to all newbies. We are here for you,too!Kll724

I don't know how your hair is cut, but I think that sometimes getting a new style and cut/trim g\helps you at least feel better about it, too! Karen

Wow! you're doing great! Can't remember 1st fill. But, after each fill, my surgeon requires 2 days clear and 2 days full liquids! I know that is drastic, but did not kill me. The fill is usually just a small needle and my surgeon numbs my port. A lot of people tend to get a great amount of weightloss immediately after their fills. You might feel a bit of restriction, depending on how much a fill you get. Usually you don't get to green immediately, tho'. Best wishes. Karen...aka..kll724

Hang in there! you can do it! Your time in hell is almost over! Best wishes!

You might need a day or two for your swelling to go down. if, today, you are still having trouble, you might want to call your surgeon's office, don't wait too long. Karen

Congrats on one great NSV, Floridays! You deserve all the compliments you get! (Go Seminoles )!!Karen

It is exciting to be starting a new year with a new outlook! We are here for you; we will answer questions, rejoice with you, hold your hand when you are feeling down. We want to be your newest friend and buddy! Visit us often, we are support! Karen

Many people don't have to have their 1st fill right away. As B-52 said, if you are losing on your surgeon's schedule, about 1-2 pound a week, then you might not need or want a fill. Make sure that you can find a local fill center, or doctor that will treat you. Many surgeons are willing to take new patients even if they did not do the surgery.Best luck in your after care and surgery. Karen

Best wishes to all you up and coming bandsters! Looks like a lot of you will be starting the new year with a new look at life. Your new life will be very rewarding! We are here for you! Karen

Best wishes for a speedy date!

Today is Dec 9th, best wishes for a speedy recovery! Karen

Best wishes! How exciting to end the old year and start a new year with a new way of life! Karen

Best wishes, can't help you, but maybe one of the suggestions can! Good luck! Karen

I agree with what the others have said.Bandster hell! It is a time to relearn anything that you have done with eating in the past! Why are you testing your band? Sodas are nono, beer, Pasta, bread, rice? Stay away from those things, think Protein, veggies and then some carbs. But, carbs should be very low on your list of foods to eat. During bandster hell, back in 2009, I was at a pizza party for the grandkids after their Christmas concert. I had 1 piece of pizza, and then my 1st ever sliming and pb'ing started! Not a way to be at the Christmas party. Don't be like me, and I wasn't even trying to test my band! Best wishes!!Karen

Awesome, get out of Lane Bryant, now!!!You need to be in a regular store!!Congrats!

Different strokes, don't smoke either marijuana or regular tobacco! Smoke free for me!

You are so right, I measure carefully who knows about my wls. Close friends, who I have known for years, know, but new friends mostly do not! I, like you, have heard people who think that wls is the easy way. I have a close friend that has been able to lose her weight on her own. She has many health issues and doctors that have given her no choice in the matter. But, she has done it without wls. Hurray for her, and she is one that knows about my band. However, she knows weightloss is not easy and wls is the answer for many. She would not have survived wls! Best wishes to everyone, Karen

Welcome to the site. Congratulations on your upcoming surgery! What a great way to start the New Year out! Best wishes,ngcarr. Karen

What kind of pain are you talking about? Is it at the site of teh port, or is it other pain? If it is at the site of the port, it could be just reaction from teh fill. If you are having general pain, you should check with you physican or surgeon. Best wishes, karen

What Cheznoel said!! Lol!

So glad to hear terrydumont46. Best wishes for you and hubby,too!

Not that I am aware. But as b-52 said, check with your doctor. For me, and most people, fills are easy. Best wishes, Karen

Wow! You lost 10 lbs in one week and you are frustrated! Please don't be, now is the time for healing! Many surgeons, mine included, do not allow eating for the 1st 2 weeks, only liquids. Weightlosses vary as much as poeple do! don't judge yourself by others. best wishes, Karen

Welcome luludemon99! Liek you, I seachered for soemoen to understand me. i have been here for 4 years, adn could not be happier. Any questions, I , or someone, will try to answer for you. Karen