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Ok. So, I had my surgery 12/2/2008. I was doing great. I have had 2 fills. I was coming here regularly reading really into it. Then something happened and I just thought I could do it on my own I guess. November 2009 I was at 259. I was 351 the day of surgery. I am not eating right, and my exercise has not been the best. I guess I need my butt kicked a bit. I have an appt. to see my dr. on 9/10 to see about a fill. I know you plateau at a certain point, but those of you who have reached your goal weight, please put me back on track. What is the best way to go about getting my weight loss back on the down and not the up.

Another thing, has anyone stretched their pouch and not been able to get it back:? Scared I might have done this.

Any feed back would be great! Thanks:redface:

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Well, a fill is a great first step! You've done tremendously well with only 2 fills---100 pounds down is pretty darn amazing.

With a fill, you will find it easier to get the ball rolling again. Sometimes, you just need a break to adjust to huge changes in your body. You've had that time, and now you're ready to move down some more.

What kind of food plan does your doctor recommend? What are you eating now? What are you willing to change, and what are you unwilling to change? What kinds of exercise are you willing to commit to doing regularly?

You can do it--you just have to make some decisions :(

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thanks betsy! I have a stationary bike, I need to get back on. I did that for awhile and it was helping. So I must make myself get on it. Istead of that today, I weeded my entire herb garden today. I feel good. I have had some tuna salad and a few crackers to eat today, along with crystal light to drink. So, with my dr. appt coming up I will also get with the nutritionist and get her to put me back on track. I was drinking Protein Drinks for Breakfast, but need to go get more, ran out yesterday. I am at 278 today, so definitely I think a fill will help a lot!

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You've done it before so you know can do it.

As you've also learned, you can't do it on your own. Find a local support group and become involved. Even if it is only online. The group will help keep you in check while you do the same for them. You'll also have an understanding shoulder to cry on and brag to.

I don't know where Mexia is, but I am trying to get an informal group together in the DFW area, to meet once a month to share experiences and have a good time.

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