My First Milestone

Today is 7 weeks since lapband surgery, and I've finally reached my first milestone. I've teetered between 235 and 239 since week 3. A week ago today, I had my first fill. It wasn't as bad as I'd expected it to be. No pain, just a little discomfort while the doc tried to get the needle in the just right place on the port. Apparently my port is slanted a little....at first he thought it had flipped...but he finally was able to locate the right spot by pointing the needle at my right breast...lovely experience!

Over the weekend, I saw 232 for the first time since surgery. That's an official 20 pound weight loss. I'd hoped to be further along by now but am happy with my 20 pound loss. I try to stay positive by thinking about things that weigh 20 pounds: a turkey, a big rock, a dog and a fish.



I'm wearing clothes I haven't been able to wear in more than a year. Bought smaller undies this weekend. I'm in dire need of a new bra - went from fastening on the outermost hook to the innermost hook and still too loose. I'm happy with my non-scale victories. 220's, here I come!


Starting Weight: 252 lbs
Pre-Op Weight: 250 lbs
Today's Weight: 232 lbs
Total Loss: 20 lbs in 7 weeks