Katrine's GB Journey

[mucklem]

Thanks for updating Katrine, I would have probably done exactly what you have done so it is good to hear. I have my band fill on Oct 7th feels like a lifetime away.
m x

 

[jayney3252]

sounds good Katrine I am sure you will do it and your dietician is a big help. It is hard having right food groups to stay full longer but hopefully your not being sick like I am and even put weight on this week as been sick so often suppose body is in starvation mode so not good but seeing Mr Super tomorrow so will see what he says. xx

 

[trine57]

sounds good Katrine I am sure you will do it and your dietician is a big help. It is hard having right food groups to stay full longer but hopefully your not being sick like I am and even put weight on this week as been sick so often suppose body is in starvation mode so not good but seeing Mr Super tomorrow so will see what he says. xx

Jayney,

Sorry to hear things haven't settled down but hopefully Mr Super will sort things out. Let me know.
I am struggling now. Feel no restrition and can eat quite lot. Got another band fill booked for 4th Oct - hoping this one will do the trick.

 

[jayney3252]

just sent you a private message chick wont bore the others on here ha!! Good luck with your next fill make sure they give you a worthwhile one!! xx

 

[trine57]

Thanks Jayney - got your message. Alot of useful info. Hope things improve for you.

I am just not sure I am eating the right foods to fill the pouch and stimulate the stretch receptors.
eating protein then veg and carbs if I have room which I generally do.
Trying to leave my muesli to soak up nat yoghurt which should make me feel fuller for longer. It really is a game of fine tuning both diet with the band and the amount of fill you have to get the correct restriction.x

 

[Wendy1]

Hi Katherine glad to know the band is doing so well, i am going to ask a silly question, dont all shout at me ..Why do you get constipated?

 

[Bev]

Thinking of you precious and sending love and hugs for you to feel better... always here and take good care. Bev xxx

 

[trine57]

Hi Katherine glad to know the band is doing so well, i am going to ask a silly question, dont all shout at me ..Why do you get constipated?

Wendy - the reason you can get constipated is because you are just not eating the bulk you used to eat and sometimes inadequate fluid is taken each day.
Hope this helps x

 

[trine57]

So fed up. Weight STS for the last three weeks and I have another two weeks to go until my 2nd band fill. Portion sizes have increased. Generally really cheesed off!

 

[mucklem]

Don't give up, however I feel your pain, it's been about 7 weeks since my op and my first fill isn't until 7th Oct. Still on the positive side at least we are on our way. We could still be waiting for the op. M x x x

 

[trine57]

Thanks for that Michele. You are right and I just have to try and focus on healthy eating and keep the portions smaller. Will keep an eye out for you when you have your first band fill x

 

[trine57]

Just spoken to the dietitian and they have managed to fit me in for band fill next Saturday and I will see the dietitian too. I know its only two days earlier but i just need it done NOW!!!!

 

[jayney3252]

hope it allgoes well hun I am still waiting to see a dietician I am pulling my hair out!!! Cant keep most things in I am sick every day so maybe too much in band or I am doing something wrong so need to see dietician to make sure as should lose weight with the small amount of food actually keeping down. Hope band fill sorts you out hun and your not sick!!! weight loss update I have only lost a stone since the op which i know is good but I was expecting it to fall off so dont be suprised if it doesnt fall off xx

 

[trine57]

hope it allgoes well hun I am still waiting to see a dietician I am pulling my hair out!!! Cant keep most things in I am sick every day so maybe too much in band or I am doing something wrong so need to see dietician to make sure as should lose weight with the small amount of food actually keeping down. Hope band fill sorts you out hun and your not sick!!! weight loss update I have only lost a stone since the op which i know is good but I was expecting it to fall off so dont be suprised if it doesnt fall off xx

Jayney - thanks for your kind words. Hope things get a bit better for you soon x

 

[trine57]

Just back from London and had another 2mls put in my band - 5mls in total now. Watch this space to see if it gives me more restriction x

 

[trine57]

Well I have just started back on soft after my second band fill. Have lost 3lbs since Saturday but that's the diet restrictions that have been placed on me not my band.
Hoping I get a bit more restriction this time. Have booked next fill for 30th October

 

[Neen]

Here's hoping this new fill makes life easier for a bit ! Good luck hunny and stay in touch with the rest of us. Trying to keep a couple useful threads for us banders going xx

 

[trine57]

Thanks Nina. I am watching out for them and taking note of all the wonderful advice. Definately going to give the tuna a go. x

 

[Neen]

Cool! We have a list beginning on good snack foods and fillers now so if you think of any add away!!
I think banders being in the minority , tend to miss each others posts a lot so we'll have to see if we can keep an eye on each other from now on xx

 

[trine57]

It's official the 2nd fill did the trick. I have lost 5.5lbs this week and can no longer eat big portions. I think I am on a roll now. Feeling really good.

A special thought for Charis x