Lapbanders, where are you??

Hi everyone, I just wanted to see how all my fellow lapbanders are doing. I had my band done on 9/21/06 and am down about 42 lbs. How many fills have you had and how do you feel?? Just looking for some feedback. Hope to hear from you soon. Denise

Hello Denise, I had my lap band done on 9/11, I have only lost 31 lbs. (some of that was before the surgery) I have had 2 fills. 3rd one is next week. I usually notice a restriction for the first couple of weeks, and then its like I don't have any restriction at all. How do you feel after a restriction>? Tracie R.

Hi Tracie, Im so glad to hear from you, I really dont know many people that have been banded around the same time as me. I got my approval on 9/11 and will never forget that day. I also have restriction right after my fills, after the 1st fill it lasted about 4 weeks and the second one lasted about 6 weeks so far. I think I am ready for my 3rd fill. It seems like I lose restriction overnight. What do you find to be band friendly food, any ideas would be great. Denise

Hey girl! I had my band "installed" on 9/25. I am down 48lbs since surgery and 68 from my highest non pregnancy weight. I have a bit of restriction and have 1.6cc in my 4cc band. I have had two fills in the last 12 weeks and am very happy with my band. How are you doing? I also should mention that I work out 4-6 times a week and started with a BMI of 51. Hope all is well. Do you ever go over to the lapband forum? I'm on there all the time. I luv those guys and gals. ~Cathleen

Hello, wow, I just saw the posting date...oops! Anyhow, I was banded on September 19th and as of the day of the post I was down 50lbs. I do not own a scale, so who knows how much I've lost to date. I am pleased! So far I have had one fill (1.8 cc in a 4 cc band). I think it is time for another. Hope everyone is well!