First fill on monday :) - ThinnerTimes - Gastric Bypass Forum, Lap Band Forum, and Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy Forum

sassy37 · 11-21-2008, 04:11 PM

Well thats me 7 weeks today post bandster and Im having my FIRST fill on Monday , Since my pre op diet & surgery have now lost 38 pounds .
Not super fast but its going in the RIGHT direction and Im happy .
Theres no race , The only goal I have set is : When I turn 40

I want to be STINKING FIT & HEALTHY .
So Ive got 2 years and I know I will do it ...
My loss has slowed down as I have no restriction at present due to loosing internal fat , hence the band slackens and then needs filled .
So everything Ive been doing for the last few weeks was on pure willpower .
Its been tough , its been a challenge and somedays I havent been too clever with food choices .
But I always re-think the following the day and get back on track !
My life has changed some what in this short time , I swim everyday for an hour before work , I walk everyday and I attend a weigh in and aerobic class weekly .
Somedays Im a grouchy cow

but I think thats 'withdrawal' symtoms as well as all the loose estrogen banging about .
Ive been very lucky so far NOT 1 complication ... no vomiting , no bowel probs and my body has accepted the band well .
So all in all Im a happy wls patient .
I dont expect miracles as this isnt a miracle cure , My band is like my mum It Guides me , so after loosing my mum just 18 months ago I gained my band and Im hoping we have as good as relationship as my mum and I had

TT has been priceless to me for info & support pre surgery & post so I would like to Thank u all sincerely for educating me and preparing me for this life changing surgery .
Yes lap band is different surgery But our diets and our heads are pretty much the same

So I still find TT a great source of info & support .
Also Thanks to John & Dr Callery for making TT possible ..

I wish u all luck & success in all u do .

Best wishes

Sara x

UPDATE !!!!!!!!!!! Mon 24.11.08
Received my first fill today , wasnt scared I just relaxed and BINGO !!!!! Jobs a good un
I must say its a very perculiar feeling when they inject the saline into your band , kind of like when u get butterflys in your tummy .
The consultant numbed my port area and was very gentle bless his lil cotton socks
I must say the needle was quite long but I watched everthing , was so surreal watching my band, port and my stomach on a monitor .
I have a small type swedish adjustable lap band that holds 10cc , 6.5cc was injected today and boy can I feel 'RESTRICTION' .....
I was made to drink water after my fill and we watched it go down on the monitor to make sure I wasnt too restricted ...
The consultant was pleased with my weight loss and this fill should accelerate it again woo hoo ...
Liquids for a week , mushies for a week then back to normal foods .
Im excited the balls rolling now with my fills .
So all in all no pain and a very interesting day !!!!!!!!!!!

Best wishes
Sara xxx

suebry05 · 11-21-2008, 05:15 PM

Being that I have not had surgery yet.... I would be so happy to have that weight loss in 7 weeks.

You are doing great. Keep up the positive thinking.

I will be having lapband too in December

Corrine · 11-21-2008, 07:13 PM

I think you've done an amazing job Sara.

I have no doubt that the band requires more discipline than I'm capable of so I take my hat off to you sweetheart.

You'll be in my thoughts on Monday for sure. Big hugs.

trish29 · 11-22-2008, 01:34 AM

Ahh, Sara, great post. From what I've heard/read/seen of LapBand I think you are a super-star patient. I hope your first fill is QUICK and painless and your port-thingy is good to you.

Your "mum" is definitely with you every step of the way :-)

Your watching for the big 4-0 and I'm feelin the same way about the big 3-0! I've got a shorter timeline, but I know I'll be healthier and happier - and you will too!

sassy37 · 11-22-2008, 02:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Corrine

I think you've done an amazing job Sara.

I have no doubt that the band requires more discipline than I'm capable of so I take my hat off to you sweetheart.

You'll be in my thoughts on Monday for sure. Big hugs.

Corrine x
Thank you for your kind words as usual your always a great support !
Its people like u that keep me focused and why I always come back to TT.
U have been through the mill & back lately but your always there for us and I really appreciate it .
Hoping your well and get ready for that cruise baby woo hoo

Love and thanks to you Corrine , your a super star *

Sara xxxxx

sassy37 · 11-22-2008, 02:44 AM

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Originally Posted by trish29

Ahh, Sara, great post. From what I've heard/read/seen of LapBand I think you are a super-star patient. I hope your first fill is QUICK and painless and your port-thingy is good to you.

Your "mum" is definitely with you every step of the way :-)

Your watching for the big 4-0 and I'm feelin the same way about the big 3-0! I've got a shorter timeline, but I know I'll be healthier and happier - and you will too!

Trish x
Thanks to you too hun , your another one thats always there encouraging and supportive on TT.
We all know now that its no walk in the park and we have to be committed to wls , but again people like u keep me spurred on and coming back to TT.
love to u and ya puggies xxx
Sara xxxx

Vim&Vigour · 11-22-2008, 02:45 AM

Best wishes for Monday Sara and try to enjoy your (arctic?) weekend? Much colder now in Oxfordshire! Keep warm after your fill, the body will go through a little "trauma" and needs TLC - as will you. Forget a little about jolly hockey sticks!
Cheers,
Vim

sassy37 · 11-22-2008, 02:46 AM

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Originally Posted by suebry05

Being that I have not had surgery yet.... I would be so happy to have that weight loss in 7 weeks.

You are doing great. Keep up the positive thinking.

I will be having lapband too in December

Thank u Sue x
My loss includes my pre op diet too but all in all the weights coming off so Im happy .
I wish u success with the band and your surgery In December

Take care and If I can help u in anyway with any Q about the band Just yell.
Best wishes

Sara xx

Corrine · 11-22-2008, 05:07 AM

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Originally Posted by sassy37

Corrine x
Thank you for your kind words as usual your always a great support !
Its people like u that keep me focused and why I always come back to TT.
U have been through the mill & back lately but your always there for us and I really appreciate it .
Hoping your well and get ready for that cruise baby woo hoo

Love and thanks to you Corrine , your a super star *

Sara xxxxx

Compared to others, one extra surgery is nothing! And statistically, the gallbladder is likely to cause issues anyway.

I went back to work yesterday (a little earlier than I should). Just a bit tired but yep! I am getting excited about the cruise. I want some sun, sand and sea and being with my TT family will be the icing on the cake.

sassy37 · 11-22-2008, 05:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Vim&Vigour

Best wishes for Monday Sara and try to enjoy your (arctic?) weekend? Much colder now in Oxfordshire! Keep warm after your fill, the body will go through a little "trauma" and needs TLC - as will you. Forget a little about jolly hockey sticks!
Cheers,
Vim

Dear Vim x

Thanks also for your kind words your always issue words of wisdom and kindness .
I will keep warm this weekend and on Monday , Its turned very cold brrrrrrr

Have a great weekend Vim and best wishes to you and your family .

Sara xx