Well, I think I have finally found restriction after my second fill one week ago. I can definitely feel when I have overeaten and have gotten stuck quite a few times. I'm pretty sure the stuck episodes have been from eating too fast and not chewing those first few bites well enough. I had an episode of overeating the other day and was miserable for HOURS. I think having this actual restriction has given me some of the motivation I have needed since being banded. I am supposed to feel full/satisfied from meal to meal, correct? I am also having a hard time getting enough calories each day. I am struggling to make it to 1000 most days. Now, making up the difference with stuff I don't need.. no problem-o, but isn't that how I ended up here to begin with?? I was wondering if anyone could tell me if there were any recommended book on living with the band and using it to it's full potential? While I really like my band doctor, I feel like I have just been wished good luck, smacked on the butt, and turned loose. Thanks for letting me ramble and I am looking forward to hearing from y'all!

In regards to a book, get the book "Bandwagon" by Jean McMillan. She's on this site and her book (and her of course!) has excellent advice. She also has a band cookbook.

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I'd recommend Bandwagon as well. I have read it through twice and have referred to it many times since.

I found this today and even though I have been at this over 3 years it opened my eyes. It might help you, sure wish I had found it a year ago.

http://drsimpson.net/fills/Lap-band-eating/lap-band-not-restriction/lap-band-and-restriction.html

Wow, this was great! Thanks for sharing!

I found this today and even though I have been at this over 3 years it opened my eyes. It might help you, sure wish I had found it a year ago.

http://drsimpson.net...estriction.html

Thanks so much for sharing this. I just got done reading it - wow - we should all read that once a month to reminder ourselves.

Hello everyone I was banded in June had my first fill in July but I still do not really have the sensation of feeling full yet. Is that normal? Will I feel full with my second fill?

I found this today and even though I have been at this over 3 years it opened my eyes. It might help you, sure wish I had found it a year ago.

http://drsimpson.net...estriction.html

That is the best article and description I've ever read. Thank you so much for sharing it, I've bookmarked it for future reference.

Excellent article! Thanks for sharing it with us!