Hello, London calling!

[Mia31 0]

Hello Everyone

My name is Mia and I am in London, England. I haven't had a good look around yet, but the majority of people seem to be American - so I look to my American cousins for support!

This is a really good site, as I have had answers to so many questions already!

I am 31 years old, and got banded in September 07 and the first fill (don't know how much!) was in November. I was 233lbs to start, 209lbs now and hope to be 130 as soon as possible. I took the decision to get banded for my health (possible PCOS and diabetes) and in order to try for a family.

How did I get fat? I was always a chubby child, but I lost a lot of weight in my 20s and was almost slim for about 4 years. Then I met my now husband and started really chowing down to match him. He remains skinny and I became a cow! I am only 5'1" - so my BMI at its worst was 43!

My loss seems slow compared to others, and I'd really appreciate any tips you can give me! Although I was filled, I don't feel particularly restricted and can eat bread - which I am told is a sure sign that I am not restricted enough.

I am seeing my Surgeon in February and will probably ask for another fill at that time.

Look forward to talking to you all soon!

Mx

[greeneyez 3]

Hi Mia,

Welcome from Australia! We are in the same boat, there aren't that many aussies here. I was banded 3 days ago. My husband is also skinny and I was the cow! Hopefully one day I will weigh less than him.

[Mia31 0]

Wow - only 3 days ago! How do you feel - I'll be honest I felt like **** for 2 weeks - I certainly wasn't on the internet after 3 days!

I'm not sure how tall you are, but I was roughly the same weight as you when I had the op, and am roughly the same age- I look forward to seeing your results with interest! I must get one of those ticker things too...

Mx