I started taking birth control pills again since 3 years last Sunday. I went in and got a fill on Monday. I have restriction; but, I have not a lb. Could I not lose since I started the Birth Control pills? I have edema to my legs, so I know I am holding fluid. I was told that I will probably gain 10-15 lbs since I started taking the pill again. Please tell me that that could not be true in my case since I am banded. August will be my 1 year anniversary and I really want to have lose 30 lbs by then.. Ok maybe 15 will work. Any suggestions or comments will be GREATLY appreciated.

Thanks!

I don't know anything about birth control pills, but I can say that a fill is not a magic instant weight-loss switch. With all three of my fills the restriction and weight loss took its time about showing up--sometimes weeks. So your current plateau may be something you'd be experiencing anyway.

I get the depo-provera shots and have for years. I imagine that is one thing that has kept me heavy and gaining weight over the years. I was due for a shot as soon as I got back home after surgery and went and got it. I have been losing just fine though. Even though the hormones of the pill may typically cause weight gain, I don't think it will be able to counteract the band. I am not an expert though, Teresa