amccra07

It helps to know that there are others out there going through what I am going through. I feel like I have given up also. Banded 3/10/08, lost 40 lbs. and the last time I weighed I was up 10 lbs. I am refusing to get back on the scale until I can get my head on straight again. I need to get back on program with my "approved" eating. I have turned to sweets, junk, anything... I hate myself right now and could not get scheduled for another fill until Jan. 21st so I feel like I'm out of control until then. HELP!

I was in the same boat. I had my surgery on March 10. Waited 6 weeks for my first fill of 3 cc. The first few days I felt restriction but then noting. I became very frustrated but I had to remember this is only a tool! I started walking at least 3-4 time per week and tried to watch what I ate. This helped keep me focused even though the weight was not coming off I was making good choices and starting good habits. When I went back for my 2nd fill, I had lost 8 lbs. even though no restriction. My second fill was only 1.5 cc and it has really made a hugh difference. So, my advice, don't get discouraged. It will take some time to find your "right" fill amount. Keep up your part with good choices and good habits and it will pay off. Best wishes!