New guy here just banded on Tuesday

[wclark1215 0]

I just found your site and am looking forward to finding others who are ahead of me on this path.<br /> <br /> Will

I live in the Santa Cruz mountains in California and I started this 360 lbs. My Doc was Vetter in Milbrae Ca.

[beachgirl 2]

Welcome, welcome,

Oh I bet those mountains are beautiful. California is one place I've never been but do want to see so bad. I loved the mountains in Monterrey Mexico where I was banded.

Hope everything is going great for you and congrats on your banding. This is the best place in the world for support and info.

Hugs,

Sherri Jo

[wclark1215 0]

Thank you - you are my first replier and I really am hopeful that this site will help on this journey.

[spm 0]

congrats on your new life. Let us know all the details of your recovery and changes in lifestyle.

[karinholmes 0]

Hello there!

I only found this site a few days ago. I live in England. Had my band fitted on 31st March 2007 and so far have lost 35lbs. Some lose fas some slower. How are you feeling?

Karin xx

[wclark1215 0]

I really feel fine. I almost feel guilty for how easily I went thru the surgery. I did not need any pain meds at all and was up and walking within two hours of the surgery. It took a good 12 hours to get the anesthesia out of my system.

I am some what nervous about the wait time for the first fill.

I wish I could get it done now.

Will

[kermit 0]

Hello and congrats on the band! Was banded 27 July and have lost about 8lbs....restriction tends to go so don't worry about that. I am really looking forward to my first fill just to get that feeling of restriction back - I was losing until my pouch turned into the grand canyon almost over night last week! I have been heartened by some of the posters here though - apparently the weight loss can slow for a few weeks until the 'sweet spot' is attained through one or more fills. Good luck on the journey and remember to check in on the forum - it is a life saver when you feel down or confused!

[badonkadonkbutt 1]

Welcome! I get banded next Monday, I can't wait! You will find some awesome information on this site. Keep us posted and good luck to you!

[karinholmes 0]

Im glad you are feeling good. I was also up immediately as my surgeon insisted on it as soon as I woke up so my bum never touched the bed!!

Don't worry about the time before the fill you will probabaly gave some restriction. Just make sure u eat slowly and listen too the band. You will be fine

Karin xx

[Dina69 0]

Best of luck to you!! That first fill will come soon enough..You need time for the swelling in your stomach to go down. I was banded 3/26/07, have lost 45 lbs and proud of it!! I have had 3 fills and go for #4 on 8/27..My 3rd fill was just alittle tweek, but its time for alittle more.. Anyway, good luck and keep us posted..

[beachgirl 2]

See how much support is here. You will love it here. If you ever have any questions you need answers to and I can help please feel free to pm me. I would love to see some pics of where you live if you ever get a chance. I envy you.

Good luck on this marvelous journey,

Your banded friend,

Sherri JO

[mare5569 0]

come join us on the Monthly support group for August and you can be a Crazy Ate with the rest of us.

[mannamay 0]

Congrats on being banded. Way to go and good luck on your new journey.