Starting Again 6 Years Later

[JThompson72 17]

I got my lapband in 2008. I was not successful and had the Fluid removed in 2011. For several months I went back and forth about getting another fill. My memories of the time when I had Fluid in my band are not good although, if I'm truly honest, nearly every memory I have of food getting stuck involves me eating something that I should not have or that is known to not work well with the band. I finally decided to get a fill a couple of weeks ago and today was the day. I was so nervous. My original surgeon is no longer with the practice so I saw another doc and was quite impressed with him. He was very motivating, didn't make me feel weird or like a failure and I really feel like he is interested and cares about my progress. Not so much with the other doc but I'm one of those patients who can barely talk in the doctors office.

I got about 2 cc's in my 14 cc band. I felt a little shivery inside on my way home but fine otherwise. I just ate a half bowl of cream of potato Soup and I feel kind of full. I really wanted more but I am fighting it. I've been doing really well for the last few weeks of working out and I'm really proud of myself and happy that I have given myself the opportunity to do well with my eating, as well. It is rare for me to do well with both at the same time.

So, that is my lapband story.

[parisshel 1,892]

Wishing you a good, fresh start. I loved your "feeling shivery inside" description. Fills don't bother me physically, but the idea of someone messing around with something inside me makes me "feel shivery" too!

Good for you for dedicating yourself to making your band work for you.

[2muchfun 8,927]

Having a good doctor is golden. X fingers this work for you this time? The lifestyle change can be overwhelming and I know years ago we weren't prepped as well as we should have been.

[catlover602 85]

Best wishes as you start your new journey

[tomdelo 120]

I watched a video that 2muchfun put on here when I restarted. Dr O'bien 8 golden rules, this gave me the knowledge of how it works and reminded me of all the things I forgot. look it up and watch the video.. you can start over last month also..

[The Icy One 518]

Good luck with your new start, JThompson and welcome to the forums!

[kll724 3,055]

Best wishes on your start over!

[HealthyNewMe 1,935]

The BEAUTY OF THE BAND !!!!!!!!!

[JThompson72 17]

I think my stomach was actually in a little bit of shock - the band had been empty since 2011. By the end of the day I started recognizing the feeling as similar to when I had the surgery. I definitely don't recall that from previous fills but both me and the band are older now.

Thanks for the well wishes!

Wishing you a good, fresh start. I loved your "feeling shivery inside" description. Fills don't bother me physically, but the idea of someone messing around with something inside me makes me "feel shivery" too!

Good for you for dedicating yourself to making your band work for you.

[JThompson72 17]

Thanks. I will look for that video.

I watched a video that 2muchfun put on here when I restarted. Dr O'bien 8 golden rules, this gave me the knowledge of how it works and reminded me of all the things I forgot. look it up and watch the video.. you can start over last month also..

[Crystalapril11 36]

Where can we find the video?

[tomdelo 120]

I found it on you-tube

[2muchfun 8,927]

Where can we find the video?

Here you go:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qa3Lwt6ElIs&list=UL Part 1

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K4jYJipQ7vc part 2

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wbdhf44ZweI&feature=relmfu Part 3

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KF3TCKUn3YI Part 4

[Crystalapril11 36]

So useful I loved it thanks

[dawalsh 919]

That was wonderful! Thanks! I learned a lot! I have been following the rules for the most part but there were things I was not sure about like drinking with the meal being OK. Alcohol in moderation is OK. I love the 8 Golden rules!