Update

Hi everyone! I had my lap-band surgery on Dec. 1st 2004 and started at 325 lbs. Within a week I was down 9 pounds at my first doctor visit. One month later, at my next appointment, I was down 8 more pounds. Got my first fill (1)at this visit and when I went back in 2 weeks I was down 6 more pounds. Had another fill at that visit (.4) and I've really seen a difference in my portion size. Actually getting full after a few bites and if I over do it I get a pain and feel like throwing up. It's happened once and I'm a lot more careful about how quickly I eat now. I'm down to 302 1bs. I go back to the doc in 1 month. Cant' wait to be 299!!! Pam in CT

Good going there Pam. I had my Lap RNY on 12/06 and I am doing fine. So happy that I had this surgery and feel in control of me for the first time in many years. When I went below 300 lbs, my happiness made my cheeks hurt from smiling. I had tried everything to loose those 30 lbs over 300 for a long long time. Everything I tried failed. Having diabetes from being too fat made loosing weight so very hard. Now after the surgery I find that I am feeling better every day. The weight is coming off and the inches are melting. I enjoy what I eat, the portions are small but I am satisfied. I drink water all day and evening. I get my protein in first and find that energy is coming for me so I am doing more. Life is being lived not jus****ched. Keep up your good job and glow in the below 300 that will soon happen Monica

You sound like you are doing great! I would have liked the Lap Band, but it was not covered by my insurance. I have been having nothing but problems with my recovery. Keep up the good work and you'll be in the 100's before you know it. Liz (EdeCar)