I almost 5 weeks post op and no restriction. I know I'm not losing. I am ok with it. But this is banster hell right? I just need a fill right?

afraid so, not a fun place to be.

Oh yeah....First fill might not make a whole difference. I'm hoping the 2nd will. This is when our willpower needs to take over......hopefully

Oh yeah....First fill might not make a whole difference. I'm hoping the 2nd will. This is when our willpower needs to take over......hopefully

I have no will power it was so easy at first because I had some restruction. I guess it was fro swelling.

Just hang in there. This is a great time to practice those new eating habits - super slow and plenty of chewing. Restriction will come with fills but in the mean time, it's about making the lifestyle changes that will let you enjoy success with the band.

And don't beat yourself up if you make a mistake here or there. You are only human and the important thing is to get up and get going again.

Good luck

Im in the same place you are! I go in for my first fill this week. I continue to lose weight luckily but I am getting to the point where I can eat what I want

I'm at the point too, but my first fill isn't scheduled until December 27, two months after my surgery!

Hang in there, it will get better I promise! It usually takes a few fills to feel restriction. Until then, unfortunately you have to learn to deal with being hungry all the time. Sucks I know! Try supplementing with protein shakes or bars, and keep some low-cal healthy snacks on hand like veggies and fruit (cut them up when you buy them so they're ready right out of the fridge). And drink lots of WATER! It will help you feel fuller longer. Good luck!

I'm at the point too, but my first fill isn't scheduled until December 27, two months after my surgery!

That's when I get mine I am going to

Gym tomorrow so

Hopefully that will help.

I feel your pain. I have been beating myself up ever since Thanksgiving. I've had one fill and can eat anything.

Today, its back to the gym. I brought my high Protein shakes and healthy food to work. Hopefully, will get back and stay on track.

Stressing about Christmas and I'm a stress eater. Wish I could shake that old habit!!

i got stuck and had a unfill, thank god i go to the Dr on wed for a fill, i feel like i dont have a band at all !!

i got stuck and had a unfill, thank god i go to the Dr on wed for a fill, i feel like i dont have a band at all !!

i am also at bandster hell

no restriction and i can pretty much eat what i want

had my first fill on the 18th no restriction

but i am dieting and i watch what i eat so i can get thru this

I almost 5 weeks post op and no restriction. I know I'm not losing. I am ok with it. But this is banster hell right? I just need a fill right?

i am also at bandster hell

no restriction and i can pretty much eat what i want

had my first fill on the 18th no restriction

but i am dieting and i watch what i eat so i can get thru this

I have been hungry since Sat. I was due for a fill last week, but they said I would not be able to eat Thanksgiving dinner so they told me to come in this week for my 1st fill. I cannot wait till Wednesday. I do not want to be hungry anymore, I loved how it was after surgery till a few days ago, no hunger and I was full fast with a few bits. I am down 40 pounds and go to the gym 4 days a week. i hope this helping this weekend. Good luck.

I was here too...and it was terrible. Not only hunger wise, but mentally! I felt like I had the surgery and everything would be great from that point on. WRONG!! My willpower had to be in high gear the first month after surgery and I'm here to tell you, it was VERY hard. I even ate deviled eggs and cheese dip 3 days post op because I was so hungry. Then I was bawling my brains out afraid I ruined everything. You just have to know that this is a journey and each step will make you stronger. Try your best, and thats all you can do. You will start to see changes once the fills come, until then, stay as focused as you can. Look at short term goals, daily goals to help you stay on track. Good luck!

I had the same outbreak after I thought I had done damage to my newly implanted band. I wolfed down a piece of chicken and felt awful after. Still haven't lost weight. But I'm only 3 1/2 weeks post op. After reading these stories I know I'm not alone. It's so hard in the beginning.