J_BandRanger

buy a pill cutter (any pharmacy...rite aid, walgreens, etc...) cheap too.... cut your pills in 1/2, 1/4s etc... works like a charm....

remember-your band is not tightened at all immediately after surgery...so yes, i was hungry! i've had 1 fill, which means my band is only a "little" tight...i still get hungry, but now is a time for healing (internally)..after another fill or two you shouldnt feel so hungry...I make my protein shakes w/a frozen banana and ice instead of water. its much thicker that way (but not too thick to go down smoothly!) and more satisfying!! hang in there!!!!

my sugery was 4/27/10...i've had only one fill...my second fill is in 2weeks... i was told that i wouldnt feel any restrictions until at least my 3rd fill and that the lap band wouldnt start to "work" until about 3months/3 to 4 fills after surgery..... so dont give up.....