I am 2 weeks out, and feeling good, but just wishing that the next 4 weeks go by fast so I can get my 1st fill. I am following the Dr.s diet, and I feel that I could eat more. I limit myself to the proper portion size, but don't feel any restriction. I guess I am being impatient. All good things come to those who wait, right?

Congrats!!! I found out that my Dr. gave me a small fill when he put the band in!! And i can feel it. I have not really been hungy at all. I have only been on shakes and water still till next tuesday when i go and get the ok to move on to soft food. I cant wait!! i am so tired of chewing gum to keep me happy!! LOL good luck with everything!!

You get to chew gum? I was told no more gum or drinking from straws. Crazy how Dr.s orders are different from each others.

If you swallow gum with the band it's bad. That is why some say no gum chewing. I do, but am careful.