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Hi There RTBT, I am thetig, Cheryl, you had asked me about restriction with my band. I could feel the restriction with both my first and second adjustments or fills but for only a week or so. I have been very careful to stay with the protein only eating carbs on limited occasions, but I do love carbs. If you have gained weight I would suggest that you go back on your liquid diet for a couple of days and get the kick start that you might be needing. Also please read as many blogs as you can especially Julie.ann.......it takes a while to get the band to really work as far as fills go. I have read that it can be up to as many as 4 or 5 before you have reached your "Sweet Spot" my Doc says the same thing to me. I know this was the best decision I could have ever made and it is working! Keep in touch!

Yeh, one day at a time. That's how I look at it. Well keep me updated. I just had another fill this week. I noticed my weight loss was slowing, so we'll see how it goes. alright. ttyl.

Just going through your albums and wow, wish it was me right now..I heard you when you said that when you thought about which will was stronger, sitting on your fat ass or will to lose weight! That spoke volumes to me...for real...thanks for being a friend!

Hey hon! I'm doing great! Just got back from my first fill with Dr. Fass. It was easy as pie! I've lost weight and today in his office I was below 200! I seem to fluctuate around there though, so I'm not holding my breath. My surgery was super easy, other than my youngest getting a vomit bug and me having to leave her at home while I went to surgery by myself. I was in tears the whole time. I don't like being away from my babies when they are sick. It was the easiest surgery I've ever had. Once you find out what month you are having your surgery, you ought to get on the forum and find your group. I landed in the Bunny Bandsters for April. They have been a HUGE support and I like hearing from the same folks over and over. Ah well, I better go. Thanks for checking in! Good luck with your diet! Plus, if you have any questions about your upcoming surgery, you know where to find me!!! Are you going to have it at the surgery center?

HAHA! You look much better than me but I'm trying to get there! I definitely eat enough to maintain weight instead of lose right now but I had a complication so I had to unfill a little...but in 2 weeks it will all be back in and I'll have restriction again! Plus I dealt with some depression issues last month but now I'm back with a smile on my face and back in the gym! I did 1 hour on the treadmill yesterday, 3.11 miles, and I wanna go back tonight and do cardio + weights. What do your workouts look like? Thanks for the compliments...

Thank you! I still have a lot of weight/fat to lose, but so far I don't have any issues with loose extra skin.

Hi Elisabeth

You got one hell of an insperational story going there, soo what better person to ask a question.

I was wondering (as your a nurse right?), knowing what you know now, would you of got a sleeve straight up? Almost sounds like a band is a stepping stone to the **pinyata** lol. I was totally into the idea of a band until last night when i went to a Dr info session where he talked about the pros and cons of both band and sleeve. The more I seem to dive into all this info, the more it seems that sleeve 'is' the way to go and the best choice over a band! I havent managed to stumble over any long term nutritional stats yet and wonder how you are travelling? also (sorry to keep asking) what happens when you loose all your weight, and your not looking to loose any more. you cant really eat anymore to actually maintain. (excercise issue maybe)

Is the sleeve still holding its own? have you noticed any difference over the time you have had this done?

many thanks

LOL you found my page...I was thinking the same about photos but still feel a bit shy about it yet, maybe a little later lol...

I always wondered about wether I would loose the weight with just my hb having it done as I was the hesitant one. My hb was getting it one way or another I think. I had a friend who had the lap band procedure about 8 or so years ago, and she went thru hell in the first few mths. It really put me off. But her surgery was with the origainal of all lap bands and there was a few issues with that one.I suppose they have really fine tuned them now and even again in another ten years they will have changed them again...Technology it's a fantastic thing sometimes.

i never expected to lose weight this fast...i was excited to hear i may lose 100 pounds in a year....for it to happen this fast...is shocking to me 2....lol...i would've done flips with ur results...not to mention u look like barbie!!!!!!!!!!!!

i need some toning advice!!!!!! all my exercise has been cardio...i am a cadio maniac...lol...when were u banded??? how much have u lost...if u dont mind me asking...but since u r on here....well....lol...only other members can talk to me about my weight...if ur a co-worker 4get about it!!!!!!!!! lol

Hello 2nd chance, I am curious to know what does the dr. thinks may have caused this and or went wrong with your surgery; fills/unfills? I have not read a lot of profiles of people who have had to get them removed and I am seeking the lapband, but have this phobia that I will have some problems. I am so scared. I look at some of the photo's where the majority have succeeded and look very good after a ton of weight loss I guess we just don't ever think about a mishap or a failed band. What causes slippage and stoma spasms? Are the spamas very painful? Please hit me back with and update. Thanks

Hi...I was looking at before/after photos and came accross your photo. You & I started out at the same weight. How are you doing with the band? And how much have you lost total so far? I feel like my weight loss is just taking SOOOOO long to come off. Any advice? Thanks

Hey Erin! Getting banded was the best decision I have ever made and do not regret the downturns of it. Post Op was easy... almost a little depressing just because I didn't loose too much weight.

hey, you are shopping already. i havent thought about shopping yet. i want to wait till i lose more weight, the fun stuff is putting on some slacks that i wasnt able to zip up and now bingo. its great feeling isnt it. i had a great weekend with my boys, my hubbie was away working. love 3 day weekends. started munchie on diffrent things, i added some blackberries to my yogurt. went down good, of couse i make sure and chew.

Hi! my name is trina and girl, u look good! how much weight did u loose if u don't mind me asking?

Thank you and your welcome . hope your dr. appt went well . and if your scale is not accurate then im sure you lost more . lol funny you say you have never owned a scale . i have not either untill i stated this . helps me be more aware of where i am . crazy how fast you can gain but its so much more workk to lose it =( . take care and look forward to tlking .

hey lauren,

things are still going good. im down to 243 so another 3 pounds and ill be done.lolthe only problem i have is that the weight is comming off pretty fast but i cant see my doc til the 30th. maintaining has always been a huge issue for me. but i figure as long as i stay on liquids it shouldnt be hard.how are you doing? how much weight have youlost so far?

p.s. i hate slimfast.lol

Thank you so much for your comment on my profile pic. My weight loss was very slow, it was hard to watch others lose so much faster, but I finally feel like I"m getting there now. Good luck to you too!

Hello,

I actually saw you post something on another person's page and I was wondering..... I just got banded on 5/20 and I have lost 10 lbs post-op and 6 pre-op so thats 16lbs total. Buuuuuut now I am on puree and for whatever reason have not lost anymore weight!!! I'm super upset about it because I liked stepping on the scale every morning seeing another lbs gone.... any suggestions... I try to get my protein in but its rather hard with the amount of space I have. I have also noticed today that I can eat more than usual... I can't wait to get a fill!!! Thanks for your help! ttyl

Hello,

I had my surgery on May20th and I am starting to feel better mentally and physically now. I'm not going to sugarcoat anything it was wayy harder than I expected! It's painful after the surgery ( mainly the incisions sites). I am sooo happy that I did it though. I am very proud that I made the decision and now I am looking forward to my first fill. I lost 6 lbs pre-op and then since my surgery I've lost another 10 lbs... I am now on the puree diet and I haven't really lost any weight since. My doctor informed me that once my band/stomach recover from the surgery I will have little to no restriction on eating. I'm trying to start exercising by walking now because I don't want to push it. Feel free to ask ANY questions! I don't mind at all..... I'm glad I came to this forum because it really helps to have people to talk to. Talk to you later!! Good Luckkk I am super excited for you!!

I Minnesota. First of all if you want to ask questions and have people post to your blog you need to let people comment. After your ticker is set up in your signature you don't have to copy and paste. You can change it and it will change it in your signature. You will never need to copy and paste again, even if you change your weight or ticker style.

Good luck!

Hey girl!! How's it going? I see Dr Kim on Tues,I cant wait I totally need another fill.How about you? My weight is definitely stuck......

Hi Jenni! I am so glad to hear from you! You were in my thoughts on Wednesday and Thursday and then to get a note from you, how cool. I have already had my 2nd adjustment. I went at six weeks po and I am needing another one now. I will call on Monday to see if I can get in on Wednesday. I was going to ask Dr. Feiz how you were doing......How is life with your second adjustment? I felt more restriction with it for about 2 1/2 weeks then I was able to eat more again but I have kept it to a minimum of food intake. I am still not drinking enough water nor am I exercising enough but I am down 30 pounds. How is your weight loss going? How is work going?

How was you visit with Dr. Feiz? Did he find anything wrong with your tummy?

Thanks for getting in touch! I will be talking to you again soon! Cheryl

I had my lap band surgery on may 5th and find i can eat anything w/out really feeling a restriction. My first fill will be on june 8th. I hope that will really be when the weight loss starts. I've lost 10 pounds so far because I am making an effort to eat less and exercise. Is this typical?

Hey Anya. I am having a MUCH better time now. I have restriction. I am having a hard time eating in the morning, as I've said. My protein shake holds me until lunch time. For lunch I find that I can only eat about a cup of food.This holds me until dinner time. In the evening I feel like I can eat a little more.Great job on the weight loss! With almost 40 lbs gone, I would be surprised if your husband can't tell. It is hard to explain what the tightness felt like. It felt like whatever I swallowed went half way down my throat but then it was stopped by a HUGE bubble of air. Sometimes it did feel like when something gets stuck. I didn't get to see Dr. H. I think they said he was coming in the following day.I can't wait to see him again. I feel more comfortable with him I think. And you are right... he does give better shots. Have you noticed any difference with this new fill? Do you go to any support meetings or do you have any friends that are banded? Keep up the good work!

Rachel