What was the hardest thing you had to adjust to after you were banded?

I am in the very early stages of trying to get approved for the band so it is all I can think about.

The most difficult for me was to realize that I really, TRULY could not eat that big plate of food anymore! I just could not imagine getting full on 1/2 cup of food. But guess what?? It really happens! I'm now 4 weeks out and the swelling has gone down so I can eat more, but I'm getting my first fill tomorrow. I think just adjusting to eating SOOOOO much less yet still feeling full and satisfied was the biggest change for me. I'd often take too much food thinking "this can't POSSIBLY fill me up" and I'd end up putting half of it back in the frig as leftovers! It's sure cut down on our bill when we eat out at a restaurant.....my wife and I now split meals and both come away feeling totally satisfied, not stuffed, and not as broke!!

Angel,

The hardest thing for me has been recognizing that "Full" doesn't mean, "Oh my gosh, I need to lie down and unbutton my pants." I was banded 5 weeks ago and had my first fill 2 days ago. I'm trying to retrain my mind that full means my stomach is no longer growling and I no longer feel empty. It's very hard for me, but, I guess if I'd recognized when I'm satisfied, I wouldn't have ended up here, anyway!

I guess the hardest adjustment for me was having to learn to SLOW down.

Tonia

THe most difficult thing for me is getting any work done now that I have so many Bandster buddies! I spend a lot of time chatting with them or meeting them for dinners.!! Only kidding!!!! Well, maybe...

The toughest thing for me would be slowing down when I eat and listening to the signals. Also, drinking copious amounts of Water, which is important to weight loss. I like water, but never felt compelled to drink 64 ounces or more a day.!!!

-33lbs and counting

6/23/03