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I've only lost 20 lbs by the three month mark...the first 14 of which was within the 4 week post-op period.

How long after a fill can you eat solid food? I go for my first fill at 2:00 today and I'm already so hungry! I was told not to have anything to eat for 8 hours before fill and nothing by mouth for 4 hours before. Does this include water?:hungry:

Amelia - May I suggest Fill Centers USA - Weight Loss Surgery - Bariatric Surgery - Gastric Bypass Surgery - Lap Band Surgery Information and Support for follow up and fills? They were formed especially for people who has moved away from their Dr. or had surgery in another country. I'm making the hour and a half drive from Central FL to the St. Petersburg Fill Center because I have heard excellent things about the fill dr. and they also offer flouro....check them out.

Doesn't a person tend to throw up if the stuff themselves? How does the esophagus have time to stretch?

I'm here too. I'm on my 5th week post-band and am doing ok. I lost 9 lbs the first 4 weeks but I don't think I will lose anymore until after my first fill on the 28th. I can eat just about anything as long as I take smaller bites and chew well. Anyway, I'm glad to see the lower bmi'ers coming out of the shadows.

I think it is wonderful that the parents allowed her to do this. It is no different than being a childhood diabetic in my eyes. They have to change their eating habits too, but the parents will be there to help with their diet and food intake (carbs, etc) so, why shouldn't obesity be nipped in the bud before it gets out of hand? A 13 year old girl was banded the same morning I was and I had the pleasure of talking with the girls Mom. The girls Mom was lapbanded 3 years earlier and she was completely aware of what it takes and loved her daughter enough not to make her suffer like she did all those years. I say "way to go Mom"!!

I don't know what your stats are or bmi but I have only lost 8 lbs in 3 weeks.......I have a lower bmi and they lose slower, usually, than a higher bmi. I'm just glad I've lost 8 and haven't gained 8 which would have happened more than likely if I hadn't been banded. Rejoice in your 3 lbs.....there is alot more to come! Get excited!!!:bounce:

I'm very excited about my journey and I get to go full-time solids next week! :hungry: I had some restriction and pb'ing last week (eggs) but nothing so far this week. I go for a fill on the 28th and I can't wait! Good luck to you!:whoo:

Thanks for sharing! I have a fill in 3 weeks.

Wow, you are doing better than me. I've only lost 8 lbs 3 weeks post-op! Welcome to the growing group of Florida Bandsters!:clap2:

You are exactly correct and my Dr. said the same thing when asked. My dr. suggested drinking as much as you can "before" you eat and that will keep you well hydrated during the meal and help you not get thirsty. My dr. also said, that some dr.s tell you not to drink for an hour "after" because they want to ensure you don't have something to drink too early and wash out the pouch. He said if you absolutley wait 30 minutes that is long enough to wait.

Thanks for posting your success! It gives me inspiration and the motivation I need on my band journey!

I was banded 9 days ago and am fantasizing about getting to mushies! Does wraps (low carb, spinach, sun-dried tomato) go down easier when having a sandwich as opposed to bread or a sub roll?