I had my surgery December 12 and have lost 22lbs, but lost most of it within the first 2 week after surgery. I will have my first fill Thursday, did most of you do better after the fill?

I lost 23lbs before my first fill and I had my second fill 2 wks ago. I feel more restricted and have definitely lost more weight. I won't know til I go back to the surgeon in Feb. You'll do fine. 22 lbs. is GREAT. Good job.

Shutuplena, thanks I was starting to worry your message makes me feel better. Alma2bfree

Oh my gosh!! Things go SOOOO much better after the fill. That's how the band was intended to be used, with a fill.

You have to go through that time of no fill to get healed. Now that you are....it's time to use that tool like it was meant!!

Yes, having a fill will be a HUGE change from where you are now. Bear in mind, you'll have to eat less and a LOT more slowly!! Having a fill is going to change EVERYTHING you thought you knew about having a band!!

I'm excited for you!!! Good luck!!!!

Thanks, that helps a lot I'm from Oklahoma my Dr is Dr Lana Nelson Norman OK Oklahoma Weight Loss Options

I'm in almost the same exact situation as you. I had the band in on December 15th and am getting a fill Wednesday January 24th. I've lost about 20lbs, mostly in the week before and the week after. I cannot wait (though I am anxious about the restriction) for the band to really work. It is exciting and scary and wonderful. Let me know how you do and I'll let you know how I do.