moochie1201

Hi All - May I ask a question? I am new to LB - I was banded on 12/01 and do not have my first fill until 1/16. My question is: Is it strange to not have much restriction after surgery? I know there is some but not a significant amount b/c I know there wasn't much fill in the band when it was placed. And also, is it ok not to necessarily measure my food but instead to let my body tell me when I am full? I know when I have hit my full trigger, I can fill it. Do you think I am just fooling myself? I still get hungry about 30 mins after eating or so I think I do or could it just be mental hunger? I don't know....I have so many questions about this. Any one with suggestions or anyone that could tell me their thoughts on this I would greatly appreciate it! Michelle

Hi! to VAKitten - I was noticing your band date and fill date. My band date was 12/01 and my first fill is 1/16. I too have had concerns about stretching the pouch and slippage but I am feel the restriction. I am not eating nearly what I did b/4 surg but at least I am feeling the full trigger. I will be glad however when I do get my first fill b/c I have heard (a great friend of mine had the band Oct. 2007) that once you start receiving the fills the restriction is much greater and you will start dropping the pounds. I don't know if this helps but maybe we can keep in touch with one another through this journey??? And exchange tips,hints and questions? Take Care, Michelle