10 months and FINALLY restriction at 6cc!

[Queen Fig 0]

Went to the doctor Friday and they thought I had been at 7 cc for the past 3 months but couldn't figure out why I was still hungry. They pulled all the fill out and measured and I have actually been at only 5!!!! They looked back in my records and realized that they did their math wrong. This has been a frustrating journey as I had just about given up hope on the band as I could eat WAY more than 1/2 cup of food before feeling satisfied.

For those of you like me who have been slow losers, be patient. Now that I am up to REALLY 6cc, I finally have some restriction and feel so much more in control of my eating. As an emotional eater, I have had trouble eating healthy too which has been part of my problem. I read a great book called "Why Can't I Stop Eating?" which was very helpful too.

I guess I thought I would have the surgery, lose weight and that would be the end of the story of my fat self. It has been more work and time than I ever thought as I was banded in November of '09. I have lost 30 lbs but wish it was more. I am happy with my loss--but had unrealistic expectations of where I would be by now.

Anyway, I am excited about the days ahead as a RESTRICTED bandster.

I know this thread is all over the place, but I guess I just needed to get some stuff off my chest and make room for a fresh start!

Have a great day!!!!!:rolleyes2:

[vlp1968 83]

Glad you finally got to restriction. I am sure the doc.s error was frustrating. Keep up the good work!

[onenuttynurse 0]

Congratulations and I also credit them for being honest enough to admit their mistakes. Dont see that very often..Good luck and keep up the awesome work.