lewilli

I got my third fill today, so now I have a total of 3.8 cc in my band. I have been getting fills every two weeks, but my next one is a month from now. My doc said I should be averaging a loss of 2 pounds per week, some weeks will be more and some will be less. I still feel that I can eat too much, but he didn't seem that concerned. He's happy that I'm not hungry between meals and am eating a lot less than pre-surgery. I'm shooting to lose 8 pounds by my next fill (June 26th)!

What do "typical" meals look like for everyone? I'm really struggling with what to eat. My doctor does not want me to consume any liquid calories (excluding soup), so this means no protein shakes! I have always been a big carb eater...how have you other carb eaters changed your eating habits?

I did not have a dietary consult prior to surgery. I went to a mandatory meeting about a week after surgery where a Bariatric RN discussed food choices. She mentioned very few protein options that did not involve meat/fish. I have always been primarily a carb eater so switching to protein as my main source of food for a meal continues to be a challenge.

Feeling very frustrated on my weight loss so far! I was banded on 3/20 and have lost about 8 pounds since surgery (no pre-surgery diet required). I have had 2 fills so far totaling 3.2 cc. I don't really have restriction at this point. The fills have helped to curb by appetite. I don't get a "starving" feeling anymore, but I can still eat as much as I did before surgery.

I went to work today (6 days post-op). I had a hard time sitting in an office chair too. I was wishing for a recliner! I was slower walking around and slower getting up/down from chair than usual.

I was banded on the 20th and having similar experiences to you all. I still have some gas stuck up in my left shoulder, but it's really more irritating than painful. Today though I had sharp, shooting pain in my left ribs. The first time it happened, it caught me off guard and made it hard to get a good breath. As for food...I'm on the full liquid diet until 2 weeks post op. Over the last few days I've had Water, Gatorade, broth, SF Jello, SF pudding and even SF frozen yogurt. I felt really guilty about the frozen yogurt though. I'm down about 7 to 7.5 pounds since surgery. I did not do a pre-surgery diet.

amo32112 I was banded on the 20th, and I'm already sleeping on my side/belly. I'm not sure if there are restrictions but stick to what feels the most comfortable for you.