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momof3 · April 21, 2007

Hi, my name is Rochelle I'm 28 from northern NY. I've been lurking for a while now. Still trying to decide if the LB is for me. I have 3 boys, the youngest was born in Sept. I'm now at my highest weight ever...around 240:faint: I've never maintained my weight. I started dieting when I was 13, and since then I have been either losing or gaining weight. I'm really good at losing the weight (I've lost 60 or 70 lbs. about 5 times) I just can't keep it off. As soon I reach my goal I immediately begin to gain it back. I'm afraid to put in the effort and hard work just to gain it all back again. Anyway, I really enjoy this forum and everybody's helpful advice and just wanted to say Hi!:wave:

Chickie · April 21, 2007

Hi Rochelle! Welcome to LBT.

momof3 · April 21, 2007

Thanks Chickie, you look great!

A question about fills...after you find your "sweet spot" are you all set and don't have to be filled again?

Chickie · April 21, 2007

Sometime people get away with not having to adjust their fill after finding the "sweet spot" other's don't. I haven't had an adjustment in over a year. It really just depends on the individual.

Some people never find their sweet spot either... And to be honest, I think I am one of them. I could always eat more than most people here report eating. I could, and can eat anywhere up to 1.5 cups, depending on what I am eating. A lot of my weight loss has been more down to my food and exercise choices than the band, and restriction.