Anyone Getting Banded In September?

[DesertRose80 137]

I had my first fill yesterday' date=' he put in 4cc's. I am 4 weeks post surgery. I have lost 25lbs. I am not hungry at all and have handled all of my foods since the fill. I'm so glad I had this surgery! I'm 3lbs from Onederland!![/quote']

That's fantastic! I can't wait to be in onederland! That's 33 lbs away.

[bamagirl2012 34]

I was banded 9/12. I have lost 30 pounds. I had my first fill Monday. He out 2cc's but is was too much. I go back in a month to see the dr again, but I am HUNGRY

[4Kimmy2 56]

I saw the Dr today and lost 3 pounds!! At first I was upset that was it but then I thought HEY I lost 3 pounds and I didn't gain!!! I even told him at first I thought it would be more because i'm wearing pants that I haven't worn in about 3 years. He told me that its not about the number and that i'm doing terrific Next week they are gonna call me and schedule my first fill. He does that at the hospital for the first time and then after that its in the office. I can now eat food....its gonna be weird but I will remember to chew chew chew

How are my losing buddies doing? I always think of everyone. For some reason my phone wasn't letting me reply but i've got a new phone and will be chatting more

[Darkangel321 61]

I saw the Dr today and lost 3 pounds!! At first I was upset that was it but then I thought HEY I lost 3 pounds and I didn't gain!!! I even told him at first I thought it would be more because i'm wearing pants that I haven't worn in about 3 years. He told me that its not about the number and that i'm doing terrific Next week they are gonna call me and schedule my first fill. He does that at the hospital for the first time and then after that its in the office. I can now eat food....its gonna be weird but I will remember to chew chew chew

How are my losing buddies doing? I always think of everyone. For some reason my phone wasn't letting me reply but i've got a new phone and will be chatting more

You can come over to MFP and check on your September Banders.

Banded 9/7/12 231lbs, Goal 145lbs...221lbs as of 10/14/12

[sbb1222 112]

How is everyone doing? I am 4 weeks out today, I can't believe time has flown by this quickly! I am down 21 pounds, but feel like the weight loss has slowed this last week. I am trying very hard to get all of my Protein in, some days it seems very easy, others not so much! I finally am feeling like myself again, other than never being able to sleep. Anyone else notice their sleep patterns have changed? Walking anywhere from 1-4 miles about 5 days a week (depending on how much time I have to walk). Staying under 800 calories a day like I was instructed by my surgeon. First follow up (and I believe first fill) is next week on the 30th. I have lost quite a few inches off of my body so far, which is quite encouraging! I am so ready to start amping up the work outs, I miss strength training and Pilates most of all. How long did it take for everyone's surgeons to clear them for more intense work outs? I hope all my fellow September bandsters are doing well! This site has really helped with a ton of questions and encouragement.

[prettygirlswag 23]

Hey Guys,

I'm so proud of all of you!!! My surgery was on 9/20, and my 1st fill (2.5cc) was on Oct 15, at which I was down 22pds :-)

No complaints, one day at a time... Fish, chicken, fresh low sugar fruits & veggies... Lots of water!!!

Just keeping in touch!!

*smooches*

[sbb1222 112]

Hello! I'm Michele! Banded 10/5. Competitive swimming huh? I have terrible upper body strength. Two years ago I was running marathons and trail runs and i was almost in onederland when I herniated a disk in my back. Gained a ton back. I dream of running, literally. Can't wait to start again! The rush of race day beats any food I have ever eaten. I love running more than I love pizza and that is a LOT of love. I'm on MFP too. Micheleost.

Glad to meet you!

Yes, swimming was my love! Good for you with the running, I have never been able to run long-distances, even in the best shape that I was ever in. Not sure why! That is amazing to have run marathons! Stupid injuries!!! Good to meet you too! Keep in touch!

[bamagirl2012 34]

I still get sick to stomach often. Sometimes after only drinking my Protein. Does anyone else still have this problem? I feel like I live on zofran:(

[Darkangel321 61]

Hello all my Septembies,

Well my Band flip procedure is in a few hours and I can't sleep, after taking Ambien. Hopefully I will finally get my first fill while he's in there fixing me. I've started to misbehave in my eating habits. It's hard because i've not been able to utilize my band since I've had it...9/7/12. Weight loss has been on my own discipline. Im at 216.2 but running out of gas. I need help from my band. I ate Cheetos today and for me that is a no-no.

Banded 9/7/12 231lbs, Goal 145lbs...221lbs as of 10/14/12

[knewland 14]

Hey Everyone! I was banded 9/28 and am down 22 pounds as of yesterday. Today it has been 4 weeks. I do not have my first fill until 11/08 and I am more than ready for it!! I am pleased with progress thus far. I need to work out more though, I have been bad about that for sure. I am loving all the support and info here, it has made the 4 weeks easier to get through!

[knewland 14]

I still get sick to stomach often. Sometimes after only drinking my Protein. Does anyone else still have this problem? I feel like I live on zofran:(

I have the SAME problem. Even though I have not even had my first fill, I do sometimes feel nauseous. I think it happens when I drink something to fast or also when I work out (which is rare thus far!) and maybe overdue it. What is Zofran?

[bamagirl2012 34]

Zofran has been my lifesaver. It is a rx for nausea. The only problem is it causes Constipation so i cant take it alot. I get sick to my stomach all the time. For no reason. Sometimes i have not eaten anything or maybe just after drinking my Protein Drink. I want to fill normal again

[knewland 14]

Zofran has been my lifesaver. It is a rx for nausea. The only problem is it causes Constipation so i cant take it alot. I get sick to my stomach all the time. For no reason. Sometimes i have not eaten anything or maybe just after drinking my Protein Drink. I want to fill normal again

You poor thing!! Maybe your doctor has another alternative?!!

[Darkangel321 61]

Good Evening Septembies,

Some of you know about my port flip problem. Today was my corrective surgery. Dr went in, repositioned it & re anchored it. Still never had a fill. Was given 1cc only to facilitate the procedure. Full food, zero restriction. Next appointment 11/19/12. Hopefully I'll get my first fill. Until l then, back to sefl discipline. :-\

[bamagirl2012 34]

You poor thing!! Maybe your doctor has another alternative?!!

I hope so. But every time I think about 32 pounds gone it makes the nausea a little better.Lol