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Oops sorry Bob didn't mean to leave you out! Lol

I agree with you ladies, I'm sitting here feeling like I have brain fog and no energy whatsoever. I'm almost 3 months out with 41 lbs gone but still don't have the energy to exercise. My birthday was Sunday and I had all my kids and grandkids over and everyone said it was like I wasn't there. I definitely need to do something fast. Keep the suggestions coming!

I know Im getting enough water because I feel like I could float away some days and the walking not so much but in the pool exercising everyday, so something has got to work. I'm just going to try each one of these suggestions down the line and see which one hits the jackpot! lol

Thanks everyone I'm going to try all this advice until I find one that works. If not I guess it's to the doctors!

Ok, I know I've talked about this before but I'm desperate! I've tried milk of mag, miralax, fibercon, regular laxative , you name it. The only thing works for me is the MOM but it leaves me gassy and in pain for days afterward. I haven't had a normal bowel movement since surgery. I don't even look like I've lost 41 lbs because my stomach is always swollen with gas and constipation. Doctor says keep using MOM. Anybody have any other suggestions.

Thanks for the info. I'm suppose to meet my cousin for lunch 1 hr before my appointment since she works at the hospital where I go to the doctor at, I think I'll just meet her just to visit and not eat. That would be too soon before my fill, I'll eat lunch 2 hrs before.

I have had a fill already but I can't seem to remember if I had a full stomach when I got my fill or do you go to the doctor with a completely empty stomach before your fill. Anyone know what to do? Do you get a better fill if the stomach is totally empty or some food in it? Anyone know?

I have been banded for 9 weeks and had one fill that has done nothing for me. I have lost 37 lbs but except for the first 3 weeks I have been on my own when it comes to my appetite. I am definitely in bandster hell. I hope I can hold out til the next fill which is on the 18th.

I have Medicare also it was not them but the secondary insurance that demanded a 6 month waiting period so if I wanted to pay the 20% on my own they would do it right away. I opted for 100% of my bill paid so I waited.

Ok guys help, I was filled for the first time 12 days ago and got 4cc's. It was great for a few days and now I can eat anything and am very hungry. I've lost 4 lbs the past 12 days but it's all in my own, I'm starving should I call for another full or wait out the next 18 days and stick to my 1200 calories and not going over.

I stuck exactly to my diet the doctor gave me and in 5 weeks time I dropped 30 lbs. Plus it helped my hunger pangs doing just what I was supposed to do. All my cravings are gone for bad foods. Good Luck!

Wow, that makes me feel so much better. And congratulations on your terrific weight loss. I guess I aught to be thankful I've lost 25lbs so far.

Thanks, I think i'll call in the morning!

Well I don't get my first fill for 3 weeks from now and I am sooo hungry! Can't wait for May 31st. Hope I don't gain weight by then. Im 5 weeks in and lost 25 lbs but the past 2 days have been horrible.

Just wanted to know what is the average time for your first fill. I was filled during surgery and the doctor told me 6 weeks later, well the doctor is going to be out of the office for 2 weeks and I received a call moving my appointment up 2 weeks. So I will be 8 weeks out for my fill. This is my 5th week and I am starting to feel like I need to eat more. I don't get full on my 1/2 cup of food but I am sticking it out because i've still lost 25 lbs in 5 weeks. Should I call and try to get in now or wait out the 3 more weeks and just use what willpower I have to try and lose more weight the next 3 weeks. Thanks

I also use a whey protein from Walmart that is really good and has 52 grams of protein for 2 scoops. I forgot the name but it's in a black and orange container and it is the best to drink. I even put a scoop in sugar free hot chocolate at night and it is good and filling. I also have cream of wheat and pour slim fast high protein drink on the cream of wheat as if it's milk(vanilla of course) and you get alot of protein that way. I'm on day 23 so I can have soft foods.

I am reading all this and am confused. My Dr put me thru a 6 month nutrition class and lap band nutrition. I have a step by step instructions of what to eat and when, sample menus and list of places to get protein powder and how to use it. So every step of the way for the next 3 months is given to me in a blue binder that they said to use as your bible for the next 12 weeks. And it also explains what to do and what to eat after fills. It is wonderful. If anyone needs any info just holler and I can get out a page in my food bible and help out.

It is hard, my family has a new respect for me watching the challenge of living off of a liquid diet and then going to such a little bit of food. Hang in there and try to pamper yourself a little to get your mind off of the big sacrifice. I went and got a pedicure, manicure. Woukd give myself a facial. Try to do something small for yourself everyday and before you know it you will be getting your solid foods!

The first 10 days I was short of breath, exhausted, did nothing but lay around and go by my diet. Finally everything just kicked in and I started feeling better and being able to take walks. I am down 20 lbs in 21 days. It will get better!

Thank you so much for the information!

This is all very informative. Thanks, today I had a challenge with lunch time. I am only 12 days out of surgery and have lost 10 lbs but today was the first day I had my 3oz of soup and took 25 minutes to eat it and was still hungry. I waited 30 minutes later still hungry, then I started drinking water aftr the 30 minutes and within 2 0z of water I became full. Go figure, I don't understand that. Well anyway I was wondering if LBT Addict can give me the name of the protein drink at Costco. I shop there regularly. Also Im not good with the computer and would like to know how you get the tickerfactory thats under your name on your signature. Thanks.

I don't know how you're doing it. Im 8 days out and don't even have the energy to walk up the steps to bed at night. I walk around the house alot but as soon as I try to do anything I get shaky and week. Do you have any suggestions of what Im doing wrong. I get my protein drinks and water in every day.

Thanks to everyone who replied, all the information was helpful. I feel much better today. down 5 lbs in 5 days. I know a little too much but when Im allowed real food im sure it will slow down. Cindy

I got my lapband on April 6th and since that day I can hardly walk from one room to another without being short of breath and feel like Im going to faint. I am getting my shakes in as of yesterday and am getting my water in also. What could I be doing wrong?