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I was banded on July 12 and I'm already back at work. I had a little pain and was nautious the first few days but other than that it went well. I am starting at 331 pounds at 5'10". I would like to get down to 185. I can't wait to see some results in a few weeks. I live in Dallas, TX and I'm looking for a good friend to walk this road with me. Thank you!

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Good for you to be back at work! I was banded on June 19th. I started at 252 at 5'2. I have not had a fill yet and at my last dr appt I was down to 242! I know I have gained at least 2 pounds back since that weigh in, but I am ok with that. I have finally gotten it through my thick head that this is a process. It will not happen overnight. I spent my whole life eating bad and its natural for me to continue to do so, it is hard for me to think before I eat.

Tonight we went to a restaurant and I had a small portion of food, I was so proud of myself! Even my normal waitress noticed I ordered just a salad with some Protein on it. She was like " that's it?" I smiled and said yes! It was a victory for me!

Welcome to this journey.. I dont have all of the answers, probably not even half, but you can always reach out to me!

Stephanie

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Just by participating on this forum, you will find many friends and much knowledge and emotional support...

The people who are on this journey are really the best ones to understand the daily trials and tribulations of having a band.

Best wishes...

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You'll make great friends on this board if you stick around, talk a lot, get to know people. We are all here for each other. PS you will have some results in a few weeks but there will be weeks you won't - don't get discouraged, just keep trucking along.

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Sure we are in this together and I need the support system also!

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