Lap-Band in Upstate NY

[gilta 0]

I replied via private, but also thought I would reply here.

I have not had any fills as of yet. They said as long as I am losing on a regular basis, then they will not fill me. This week I only lost 1 lb so I think I will need one soon.

Gilta

[terilynn112 1]

They said they'd be filling me agressively. I'm glad for that, but yet scared. NOt a huge fan of needles :thumbup: But they know I seriously need to get healthy.

Teri

[Mellelou 0]

Hey there! How cool it is to find others banded right here in Rochester! I live in Farmington and just got banded at Highland on the 24th. I am doing well so far - having lost 20 lbs prior to surgery, and 5 since....for a total of 25.

The pain of the incisions seems to be my only problem right now - nausea has not been an issue and so far eating has been ok with 99% fat free Tomato Soup being my savior (everything kind of tastes funny right now).

Can anyone tell me when to expect the incision pain to let up?

Again - so psyched to be able to share this with others that understand!!!

Thanks!

:thumbup:Melody

[terilynn112 1]

I'm 2 weeks ahead of you, and althought 5 of them aren't painful (including my port)< I have one that hurts. Not aches. I see the surgeon on wednesday. Hopefully he'll explain that one to me.

Teri

[chicks3 0]

Hi Melody and welcome. I was banded at Highland on July 29th by Dr. Johnson, just had my first fill 2 weeks ago. I am in the Webster area, there is another lady I met on here that was banded 3 days after me by the same Dr. She and I have become good friends, I am sure you will see her posts on here, her name is Gilta. Small world isn't it~ Just wanted to say hi. I am sure I will talk to you again soon. Carol

[Mellelou 0]

Hey ladies!

It's great to find some common ground. I only wish I would have found you all sooner - but I only found this site after the surgery!!

Quick question - are you all including weight lossed prior to surgery on your weight tickers? Or is your weight lost just since being banded?

Feeling pretty good today..took a solo trip to store for some sugar free pudding/light yogurt/fat free cream soups/jello Thank god for the cream soups! They are getting me through!

I am going to go back to work tomorrow but I teach at FLCC so once I get in the classroom I can sit to teach - no different than sitting at home I guess!

More later! Again - thanks for being there!

Melody

[terilynn112 1]

I added pre surgery to my ticker. Otherwise it looks pretty sad yet. I'm not quite two weeks post op.

Teri

[gilta 0]

Hi All,

Did everyone love the raining weekend?

I was hoping to go to the Naples Grape Festival, but with all the rain skipped it. I made it to Barktoberfest for a bit.

I did not get much exercise in this weekend either.

Melody - welcome! I was lucky enough to have found this group prior to surgery. I have my weightloss listed as what I have lost to date after starting this journey. I worked at losing all of the weight, so I am tooting my own horn! I know what you mean about the cream Soups. When I was able to eat chicken, I added the canned chicken with cream of mushroom soup/or onion then I would only add 1/2 can of FF milk. This gave it almost the consistency of chicken ala king.

Carol - We have to get together soon! I will email you directly so we can organize it up.

I went shopping this weekend with my MIL and DH. I NEVER go with them as my MIL is a size 10 and my DH always picked out "older" clothes just because they were my size. I could never walk into a store and buy something unless it was Lane Bryant. I like their stuff there, but that was the only place.

Well - I am offically out of the "W's"! I bought a size 14 jeans (the stretchy kind) and Large stretch wool like pants. I could not believe it. I tried on the 16's and they were too big. I tried on the non-stretch and the 16's are a bit tight, but I can button them.

I was hoping to hit under 190's by October 1st and this am I am about 1/2 lb away.

Hope all is well!

Gilta

[chicks3 0]

yeah Gilta!! :thumbup: What an awesome accomplishment! I have a long way to go to get out of the W's, but I too will get there someday! Yes we do have to get together, its been a long time since Eggbeaters at Perkins.

Melody, glad you found us. This is definately a journey that needs to be shared with others that are going through the same journey, so welcome aboard. My daughter and I are going shopping for a dress for a family wedding, can't wait to see what size I am in. Enjoy this dreary day:thumbdown:

[barbie1978 22]

Congrats on being in 14's! Oh i remember that feeling...i was in Fashion Bug (the only time i've lost weight on my own) and I just normally went to the Plus side...well everything i grabbed was TOO BIG! I remember i started crying in the dressing room..and then i walked to the "regular" side, grabbed a large and medium shirt...and I had to go with the medium! Oh what a day that was...and I am so excited to have that day again after surgery!!!! :cool2:

Yes it is funny how small of a world it is...I work in Webster and I live 5 minutes away in Irondequoit :smile: Small, small world

[chicks3 0]

Barbie,

I live in Webster, grew up in Irondequoit, and now have a daughter that lives in Irondequoit. Did you grow up around this area too?

[Mellelou 0]

Ok - I'm psyched - I have an interview today and I just put on a dress suit that I haven't worn in about 2 years! I've lost 8 lbs so far since surgery last Wed, but a total of 28 since I started the journey.

YIPEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!!!!:biggrin:

Melody

P.S. I start on pureed foods on Thurs - haven't received menu in the mail yet - what am I in store for??:dita:

[gilta 0]

Good luck with your interview! Let us know how it goes...

[hnladue 7]

Hi Everyone!!

Just thought I'd pop in say Hi!!

Glita-I was at Barktober Fest too!! We had to cut out at noon for our obedience class however. Was an ok day. At least it didn't rain!

Welcome Carol and Melody!!

I got a reminder the other night that I am banded.... Was out to a fancy dinner with a load of people... ordered sushi appetizer... first bite... got stuck!!! )(*&%$. My mom is like are you ok? I got up to goto the bathroom and as soon as I stood up, it passed. Whew! Must remember: DO NOT TALK AND CHEW!! ha!

I still need another fill I think. I haven't lost but a pound or 2 since surgery. I see Dr D in 2 weeks again. Can't remember my total fill.... 6.5cc in a 14cc band I think. I'm going to ask for a whole cc this time.... watch him tweak. I can still eat just about anything and I get very very hungry at night! oye.

We should all get together before the weather turns!!

Oh and here's by two goofballs from Barktober Fest!

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--Heather.

[barbie1978 22]

Grew up and still live in irondequoit...typical italian family...stay at home until you're married (well i don't know how much longer i'll actually be here...i love my family but i'd like a place of my own too)..

I went to Eastridge...

Congrats on the weightloss! I'm less of a sausage in my Sephora uniform now...lol it was much looser on me last night at work!!