katerzz 4 Posted August 2, 2006 I thought I'd pop on tonight and post an update since I haven't been on in SOOo long. We're expecting a baby!! So now, when anyone asks me as they always do if I have any regrets with this band.. I say absolutely not because of this surgery I was granted the greatest gift of all, and something my hubby and I have been trying for 5 years to get. 14 months after surgery we were able to get pregnant after battling PCOS for the last 6 years. I wish I would have lost more weight than I had, but its okay because I know I can loose even more after I have the baby in March. Now to find maternity clothes that would fit me haha! I lost ~130 lbs from April 05 to current.. I've had a slight unfil (1cc) so that I am able to swallow prenatal Vitamins cut in half.. this has seemed to be a mistake though because in the last 3 weeks I've gained 7 lbs!!! I'm going to see if that's going to stablize and if not I will go back and get 1/2 cc added back until I'm 4-5 months prego and can afford to gain weight. Anyhow.. thought i'd spend a second to share the great news! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
leatha_g 4 Posted August 2, 2006 Well congratulations!! This band seems to have allowed numerous babies to be born who might not otherwise have been conceived. Awesome! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Apryl Showers 0 Posted August 2, 2006 Congratulations....we just found out that we are expecting too! I had my band completely unfilled last week and I have gained about 8 pounds since then! I couldn't believe it....I have been eating healthy (healthier than I have even eaten in fact) but I guess larger quantities is what has done it. We were on vacation for the past week and I kept hoping that it was Water weight from flying....but my doctor basically said "fat chance". Oh well....I am hoping it will level off so I don;t end up gaining 40 pounds over the next 8 months....but at least I know the band will help me lose it after I give birth. One question for you....what is your OB/GYN's reaction to your band? Mine is completely panicked becasue he has never heard of it. They are making me go to a nutritionist and a Bariatric specialist for monitoring, and they are even considering me "high-risk". This is all crazy as far as I am concerned..... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Aimze 0 Posted August 2, 2006 Wow Look at all the preggo's.Congrats to you! You can add me to that list as well. Due in March. St. Patricks day to be exact. I wish i had lost more weight. I lost only 62 pounds before getting PG. I have still100 to go. But I am really happy. As far as the High risk. My Doctor said I am considered High risk as well. Just because of the band. He has great knowlege of bariatric surgery. so Maybe it is something all DR.S do. I also had my band unfilled some. I am now at only 4 cc in a 10 cc band. I was just starting to get good restriction too.. Well good luck to you all Keep updating and feel weel. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gentlespirit 1 Posted August 2, 2006 Congratulations to everyone!!! We'll be seeing some great pictures in March and April, I hope! Here's wishing an uneventful and safe pregnancy to all of you. Emily Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vinesqueen 2 Posted August 2, 2006 Hurray! Congrats everyone! this is great news, and I'ms o excited for all of you! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NJChick 3 Posted August 2, 2006 Wholey smokes girl CONGRATULATIONS on the Baby and the weight loss. Its so good to hear from you again. Hugs and Kisses to you and a big ol WHOOOT !!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Elisabethsew 50 Posted August 2, 2006 Congratulations to all 3 expectant moms. Wonderful news! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
the best me 6 Posted August 2, 2006 Awwwww Katie! I'm so happy for you! Thanks for giving hope to those with PCOS and are struggling to conceive. Rock on, girl! Congratulations! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alexandra 55 Posted August 2, 2006 Congratulations to all the moms to be!! What a wonderful gift a little band of silicone can give. take care and don't worry about your weight!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Anwyn 0 Posted August 2, 2006 :preggers: :preggers: :preggers: What great news! Wishing all of you easy, fun pregnancies! Don't forget to post pics of your band babies. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
floydsgurl 0 Posted August 2, 2006 Congrats To All 3 Of You!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
katerzz 4 Posted August 2, 2006 My doctor is very familuar with the band, and actually knows my surgeon so I'm pretty happy. The surgeon said there was no reason to take more than 1 cc out at this time.. as long as I'm able to eat 2000-2300 calories a day and take the Vitamins everything will be fine. haven't been told i was "high risk" yet.. but then again id assume since I am still overweight, I would be high risk regardless. But as far as the band.. it doesnt cause any concerns for either my surgeon or my OB. oh.. and i'm due March 17th also! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Aimze 0 Posted August 3, 2006 My doctor is very familuar with the band, and actually knows my surgeon so I'm pretty happy. The surgeon said there was no reason to take more than 1 cc out at this time.. as long as I'm able to eat 2000-2300 calories a day and take the Vitamins everything will be fine. haven't been told i was "high risk" yet.. but then again id assume since I am still overweight, I would be high risk regardless. But as far as the band.. it doesnt cause any concerns for either my surgeon or my OB. oh.. and i'm due March 17th also! We are gonna have some lucky babies..lol Having any morning sickness. I am not unbearable but it is still there. Hope you are feeling well. Amy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
piercedqt78 658 Posted August 3, 2006 Try ginger chews before getting out of bed in the morning or gigner tablets, that is a great natural way to rid the morning sickness, also almond slivers before getting up, it has to be before you start to stir around. I took chewable prenates, and they were sooo easy, I have never done all that well with pills including preband. ~Mandy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
