So I had surgery two weeks from today & I feel a little restrictions but not much. I'm not hungry hungry all the time but I'm afraid that I haven't thrown up (not that I want too), I haven't got anything stuck., I had anything I know of like slimming or what ever people call it or PBing.. I do burp a lot but that's it. Is this normal? I almost feel like I could eat anything even though I'm on mushy foods now. I feel fine. I feel like I'm not even banded! Anyone else feel like this before their first fill?

Sounds like you are healing really well! Good job!

:lol:This is a very good sign, you are off to a good start. Just follow the rules, don't over do it with anything as you heal.

Sounds like you are on track. Remember, restriction doesn't usually start until you have had at least one and usually three or fills, although it is different for everyone. Just remember to follow the band rules and your dr's advice and youll be right. Good luck.

Congrats! I am glad to hear this, because I am one week post op & have had no problems other than a little fatigue last week. No throwing up or sliming...just burping! So glad you are doing well!

I am alittle over 3 months out and I have no symptoms, but I take it as a good sign. Some of the signs mention are not things I want to experience. I am losing slowly, but I am very content where I am. I am down 35 lbs...and have 42 lbs to go. I did get a tiny fill not sure what it was because I don't want to know now. I don't feel any restriction. I only lost 5 lbs this month, and I am due for another fill next month, but I really feel comfortable where I am. I feel like normal...i chug water like before...and chew like normal too! I am afraid to get the symptoms and regret the fill. So, be careful, just because u feel normal don't be. Follow ur dr. orders and you will be successful! Good luck to you! AND WELCOME!

Totally normal....I was banded on 4/18/11 and still feel totally normal like I don't have a band. I have to catch myself taking too big of bites at times and slow myself down eating because I have no problems. I've had 3 fills!!! You are doing fine and may not "feel" anything just follow the rules, and try to stay on track no matter how easy it is to "test the waters." Good luck to you in your journey!

I am the same way. I was banded on Aug. 1, 2011. I have been very cautious b/c I don't want to experience any of the bad symptoms. I stick to what my doctor tells me and follow the diet guidelines. I have not had any problems. I sometimes feel I could eat more or chug water, but I don't do it. I still sip my drinks and stop eating as soon as I no longer feel hungry. I am glad to know that I am not the only one. I sometimes think, is there really a band in there...lol. I look at my scars and the weight that I have lost and realize, it is real Good luck to you!! Sounds like you are doing great as well.

I was banded on August 11, 2011 and I too have had no problems. I don't chug water but I take good sips. I am starting on normal food and I too stop at the full feeling. No bad affects. I too burp a lot but I think that will pass. I am loving the new feeling already. I can't wait for the weight to drip off. WooHoo....loving life!! BTW....join My Fitness Pal if you have a smart phone....holds you accountable....great food journal with a scanner to read bar codes on food!

So I had surgery two weeks from today & I feel a little restrictions but not much. I'm not hungry hungry all the time but I'm afraid that I haven't thrown up (not that I want too), I haven't got anything stuck., I had anything I know of like slimming or what ever people call it or PBing.. I do burp a lot but that's it. Is this normal? I almost feel like I could eat anything even though I'm on mushy foods now. I feel fine. I feel like I'm not even banded! Anyone else feel like this before their first fill?

I am the exact same way. Coming up to 3 weeks and I have had the identical reaction to it as you have had. It really doesnt feel like Im banded at all Im looking forward to eating real food and having my first fill! Im struggling with the liquid only thing and have cheated and feel super guilty and wish I hadnt! Its probably why I havent lost that much weight! Your doing great!

So I had surgery two weeks from today & I feel a little restrictions but not much. I'm not hungry hungry all the time but I'm afraid that I haven't thrown up (not that I want too), I haven't got anything stuck., I had anything I know of like slimming or what ever people call it or PBing.. I do burp a lot but that's it. Is this normal? I almost feel like I could eat anything even though I'm on mushy foods now. I feel fine. I feel like I'm not even banded! Anyone else feel like this before their first fill?

I was banded on July 19th and feel the same as well. I can chug Water and eat large bites. I try not to but at times I forget. I get fuller faster than I would normally. I had a fill of 3cc last week expecting a huge change and all is the same. I 'am losing slower than I'd like, but i need to increase my exercise. All the best! As they say if It aint broke, dont fix it !!!

Chew chew chew ur food!!

So I had surgery two weeks from today & I feel a little restrictions but not much. I'm not hungry hungry all the time but I'm afraid that I haven't thrown up (not that I want too), I haven't got anything stuck., I had anything I know of like slimming or what ever people call it or PBing.. I do burp a lot but that's it. Is this normal? I almost feel like I could eat anything even though I'm on mushy foods now. I feel fine. I feel like I'm not even banded! Anyone else feel like this before their first fill?

You may not feel "banded" for several months. Sorry. I had my surgery 2 8 11 I have only recently felt, not restriction, rather I am able to feel....not hungry for several hours between meals. I am not craving anything between meals.

Please know that you may never feel "restriction" whatever that means. Here is what to look for. Being able to put a "normal" (small) amount of food on your plate, eat that and feel satisfied. You may be able to eat more but you dont "need" to. At some point you will be able to not be hungry for 4 to 5 hours between meals.

Some of the talk about the lapband is misleading and people ( I ) was looking for a "feeling" that wasn't happening for me. When I realized that instead, I was feeling fuller longer and losing weight and still able to eat real food, I was there. I am losing slowly and steadly, It isn't magic and it isn't fast. Be patient and learn to love yourself a little.

The band does work!

Me

I got banded in early June, and I have NEVER slimed, PB'd, or thrown up from the band. I've also never gotten anything stuck. I've only thrown up twice the whole time, but that's because I'm pregnant, not because the band had anything to do with it.

You may not feel restriction until you get a fill, that's what they're for, the first six weeks are all for healing, so you're doing just AWESOME my friend! Congrats!

I was banded 8/12 and our total weight lost so far is very close. I am going to try MyFitness Pal. Thanks for the info!

I was banded on August 11, 2011 and I too have had no problems. I don't chug water but I take good sips. I am starting on normal food and I too stop at the full feeling. No bad affects. I too burp a lot but I think that will pass. I am loving the new feeling already. I can't wait for the weight to drip off. WooHoo....loving life!! BTW....join My Fitness Pal if you have a smart phone....holds you accountable....great food journal with a scanner to read bar codes on food!