txkrause

That is a major bumer!! Guess that will be the end of "those treats". I get my first fill on Monday, the 30th. I'm excited!! Not thrilled about liquids for a week again, but I can handle it. I hope.

Has she tried the new fat free smoothies at Sonic? That helped me a bit - and made me feel like I was having a "treat". It filled me up more too.

I learned last night at a support group my Dr. does once a month, that this is very common. If we don't gain back more than 10 pounds,there is nothing to worry about. They said after the first fill the stomach opening is tightened again, and we will again be limited to the total amount of food we can eat. That made me feel better. In fact they moved the day of my first fill up - so I don't have to wait too much longer. I will say that after about a week of eating solid foods, I did not feel as hungry, but especially when my Dr. said "EAT/DRINK PROTEIN" and that will stop the stomach growling. He suggested the Atkins drinks - especially in the morning for breakfast. Maybe ya'll can try that!!

I am totally new to this forum. I was banded on 12/21/05 and have lost 20 pounds. I am back on solid foods and have actually gained a couple of pounds back. Is this normal? I have not had a fill yet - I think the first one will be Feb.16th. Will this help? Any special diet pre or post fills? I am freaking out a bit!:cry