In need of post op help.

I had my lap band surgery on 11/1/05. in 2 weeks, i lost 24 lbs. i decided to eat on thanksgiving and afterwards and gained 50% of the weight back. I though i was supposed to be losing? I feel so out of control. Can anyone offer motivational advice, support, or help PLEASE!!!

If you've not already done so, you might want to post this to the lapband forum for more answers on your surgery type. You can find that forum by clicking communities up top and then choosing from the Surgery Types drop-down menu. Best of luck!

Have you gone to a support group yet? I find those are the most helpful thing I can do when I am not "with the program." I am not very familiar with lap band results, but I also suggest contacting your surgeon-gaining 12 pounds in such a short period of time dosn't seem like something that should be happending. Samantha

It's just fine for you to post here. You are a new bandster. The 24 lbs you lost is great. However, it is considered bonus weight loss. You really wont start to consistantly loss weight until you start to get your fills. This is normal. Don't panic. You will do fine and that weight will come right off again. Plus, our bodies fluctuate in weight also. You just had surgery. Your body might be holding on to some fluid right now. Just keep with your Dr's instructions and drink water, water and more water. You will be fine... Cristina

Monifa, Please come to support group this Wednesday it is our holiday party and maybe there will be other lap banders there. If you haven't done so already call Dr. Singh's office and speak to Cathy or Arlene I wish I knew more about the lap band but I do know you have an outstanding doctor and team of staff at your side to help please use them, especially knowing that Christmas is next week. Please come and introduce yourself to me at the meeting this week. Your in my thoughts. Denise

Denise, Where and what time is the support group meeting?

There is a Lapband support group also. Feel free to join us for our next meeting as well. It will be Jan 8th. Visit and introduce yourself to the group at http://www.lapbandtalk.com/forumdisplay.php?f=41 Hope to meet you Cristina