http://www.lapbandtalk.com/blogs/75823/ Lap Band Talk Forum - The largest forum for Lap Band Surgery Discussion and Lap Band Procedure Support en Sat, 20 Mar 2010 09:45:16 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.lapbandtalk.com/images/styles/lapband/misc/rss.jpg http://www.lapbandtalk.com/blogs/75823/ http://www.lapbandtalk.com/blogs/75823/blog15239.html Tue, 16 Mar 2010 01:39:39 GMT I was banded on Sept. 18th 2009 and I've only lost 30 lbs since then....It's coming off very slow...but that is also my fault as well. I've only recently starting exercising on a regular basis....and I've eaten a lot of foods that I know I should stay away from...(old habits die hard)!!! So I'm asking for advice from you guys....what has been the best thing that you've done to help you lose the weight quicker....is it Restricting Calories, Carbs, lot's of exercise and water, lot's of protien....Whatever it is, I'd like to know. I went to my doctor a couple weeks ago and he told me that I was doing 'good' but not 'great'.....Spring time is coming and then soon it will be Summer....I really want to be a lot thinner by then. I'm not going up in weight but rather just maintaining. I'd appreciate any advice that you guys will give me. I love reading all of your blogs and hearing everyone's success. This website Rocks!!! Thanks guys. ]]> Sara09 http://www.lapbandtalk.com/blogs/75823/blog15239.html http://www.lapbandtalk.com/blogs/75823/blog14675.html Thu, 11 Feb 2010 17:22:40 GMT When I had my 2nd fill I would get that "full" feeling....now that I've had my 3rd fill I don't really get that full feeling but rather the feeling that "nothing else will go down my throat" because I feel it building up and I know that if I keep eating, it's gonna come back up. So I was just wondering if any of you guys have the same feeling? Also has anyone ever ordered anything from that website bariatriceating.com? I've looked at it several times contemplating ordering a few of the pre-mixed drinks but they are pretty expensive and want to make sure that I would like them first. Any advice would be appreciated. :smile2: ]]> Sara09 http://www.lapbandtalk.com/blogs/75823/blog14675.html http://www.lapbandtalk.com/blogs/75823/blog14015.html Thu, 07 Jan 2010 21:47:47 GMT I went for my third fill today and am now up to 6 CC's. I was at 5 before and still didn't feel too restricted so I had him make it just a tad tighter today....so I'm hoping that tomorrow (after my 24hr liquid's) that I will really be able to tell a BIG difference. All together I've lost a total of 22 pounds since September...but was happy that I'd lost weight over Christmas, I honestly thought that I was going to either stay the same or even gain a couple pounds because I wasn't exactly "behaving" myself at all times. I am wondering if this might be my "sweet spot"....I'm hoping so. :thumbup: ]]> Sara09 http://www.lapbandtalk.com/blogs/75823/blog14015.html http://www.lapbandtalk.com/blogs/75823/blog13528.html Wed, 09 Dec 2009 18:34:35 GMT I'm excited but a little nervous...I swear I don't think he even put hardly any in the first time...I've still been able to eat the same. So hopefully he'll crank it up this time. lol I haven't lost anymore so I'm looking forward to doing that...obviously! I was wondering though....how are you guys doing things....are you measuring your food? Exercising a lot? What are your secrets? Thanks for any tips you can give me. I'll let you all know how it goes today. ]]> Sara09 http://www.lapbandtalk.com/blogs/75823/blog13528.html http://www.lapbandtalk.com/blogs/75823/blog13002.html Sat, 07 Nov 2009 02:10:01 GMT I just got my first fill on Wednesday but still don't really feel restricted to how much I can eat. He told me that if I didn't lose at least 4 lbs this month to come back for another fill. How has everyone else done after their first fill? Did you feel restricted right away or does it take a few times getting a fill? I am so frustrated because I thought that after I got my fill, I'd really start to feel like I'd start losing weight. Need suggestions, comments please!!! ]]> Sara09 http://www.lapbandtalk.com/blogs/75823/blog13002.html http://www.lapbandtalk.com/blogs/75823/blog12965.html Thu, 05 Nov 2009 01:16:30 GMT I finally got my band filled today and am soooo excited to start losing weight. I'd been maintaining my weight since surgery but not losing anymore. The only thing that sucks is that I'm on liquids for 24 hours. Oh well, it will be worth it. And to beat all, here I was sooo worked up and nervous about getting my fill and turns out, it was nothing. It was super quick and no more painful than getting blood taken. So for those of you that haven't gotten a fill...don't worry, it's nothing! Good luck and God Bless. ]]> Sara09 http://www.lapbandtalk.com/blogs/75823/blog12965.html http://www.lapbandtalk.com/blogs/75823/blog12943.html Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:43:24 GMT I was supposed to get my band filled for the first time last Thursday but then I got a call that the Dr's wife had went into labor and I had to reschedule for this Wendesday. Not that I'm not happy for my Dr and his wife, but boy was I disappointed...I had been looking forward to the fill for 6 weeks. But here I am...and I'll get my fill tomorrow. I'm nervous but excited. I just hope he can find the port (I can feel it so I would assume that he could find it ok) and that I won't have to go the hospital and have it done under x-ray. So anyway....keep your fingers crossed for me and I'll post an update tomorrow evening about my apt. ]]> Sara09 http://www.lapbandtalk.com/blogs/75823/blog12943.html http://www.lapbandtalk.com/blogs/75823/blog12858.html Thu, 29 Oct 2009 11:14:42 GMT Well I've waited 6 weeks for today....I'm getting my band filled for the first time since surgery. I'm excited but nervous because I don't know what to expect. But I am definitely looking forward to losing more weight. :biggrin: ]]> Sara09 http://www.lapbandtalk.com/blogs/75823/blog12858.html http://www.lapbandtalk.com/blogs/75823/blog12610.html Mon, 12 Oct 2009 00:30:47 GMT It has been 3 weeks since surgery and I have another 3 weeks until I get my first fill. I've lost 16 pounds total, which includes the weight I lost on my liquid diet. I am ready to get my first fill so I can see some "real" weight loss. I can still pretty much eat what I want, but I do get fuller faster and have been trying to watch what I eat but it's still hard at times. I think the whole "not drinking while eating" is a big one for me. I have taken sips but just need to cut it out period. I love this website, it's great to read everyone's thoughts and comments and hear how great everyone is doing. I hope you all keep up the good work. Good luck and God Bless. :smile: ]]> Sara09 http://www.lapbandtalk.com/blogs/75823/blog12610.html http://www.lapbandtalk.com/blogs/75823/blog12342.html Wed, 23 Sep 2009 18:15:53 GMT I had surgery on 9/18 and am recovering pretty well. I had been pretty sore on the right side where the port is, but now I'm really sore and tender on my left side (right above my incision). I was just wondering if anyone else is or has experienced pain and tenderness there as well. ]]> Sara09 http://www.lapbandtalk.com/blogs/75823/blog12342.html