Three weeks in and I don't get a fill for a couple weeks. Definitely feeling hungry but am satisfied with much smaller portions. How hungry were you guys before your first fill? I am trying not to panic

I'm the same way, going on 4 weeks post op w/ first fill 11/09, I get full faster but I am hungry like normal. Making sure to eat my protein first and picking healthy options. I'm eating off a salad plate and another user recommended baby silverware, it helps. Good luck!

I know how you feel. I am 4 months out and still get hungry. I need to ask myself if I am really hungry or if it's just head hunger. Every fill I get helps me out a little more. Hang in there.

I was banded in August and just recently had my 5th fill. I can say with certainty that the 5th fill put the damper on my hunger finally. Until then it was literally white knuckle not to eat like the old me. I can make it thru from meal to meal and thoughtfully eat without just gorging because I would be so hungry.

Hi there,

I'm 2 1/2 weeks out and I do get hungry at times ~ but the small portions do feel me up. I'm looking forward to eating some real food instead of the mashed foods. I'm a little nervous about getting a fill, are you? Keep in touch and we can help each other out

Getting my first fill on Tuesday next week and I am a bit nervous but hoping that it puts the damper on my hunger. I finally stopped eating puréed foods and started eating regular food just chewing very well hoping this would help the hunger but not really. No problems with vomiting or pain.

@@janeykins1 I'm the exact same way, also getting my first fill on Tuesday and hoping it'll help with hunger.

Good luck to us ☺️

I was banded in September and seven weeks post op and fight with my hunger everyday. I am going for my third fill tonight and can't wait. I need to be able to control my portion sizes. I have most definitely changed my way of eating but can still eat a normal portion (all be it slower) with ease. I was starting to think that the band wasn't working for me and couldn't believe that after waiting for weight loss it wasn't happening.

I feel guilty when I go back for my fills and I haven't lost anything since the last one. I lost 14lbs in my first week post op and then only two pounds since. I keep asking myself what am I doing wrong lol.

I know this is a process until you get to the point where the fills are working for you but how frustrating it is waiting lol.

Anyway hopefully tonight the fill will plug me up finally lol

Love this site because it helps me to keep positive. It has to work one day

Hi there,

I'm 2 1/2 weeks out and I do get hungry at times ~ but the small portions do feel me up. I'm looking forward to eating some real food instead of the mashed foods. I'm a little nervous about getting a fill, are you? Keep in touch and we can help each other out

had my first fill two days ago. Banded Aug 13. I was so nervous the nurse said I made her nervous. She listened to me that I needed distracted and as I laid down on the bed discussed shopping etc. a small pike and it was over. She was fantastic

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When I first got banded in April, 2013 I had what I called phantom hunger pains. I had some problems with the fills, choking and throwing everything up. Finally things calmed down and have found the right fill amount. I have lost 80 pounds which is slow but considering I am a diabetic on 2 insulins, it is still progress. Remember the band is just a tool and you will find the right amount for the fill to satiate the hunger pains...phantom hunger pains ...It also helps to plan and measure your meals...Best wishes! Carol