I was banded last Thursday (24th). I gained 5 pounds in one day while I was in the hospital. I'm following the diet carefully but still haven't lost any weight. Is that normal?

I am right along there with you. I was banded on the 9th of May and the first week after surgery I lost 10 lbs. The second and third week I stayed at the same weight. I'm going on my 4th week after surgery and I gained 3 lbs back. Needless to say this is beginning to get very frustrating. I have moved onto eating mushy foods, but I am still walking every day.

I don't know if I'm doing something wrong or if this is just "normal". Is there anyone else out there who experienced the same kind of disappointment before your first fill??

I am on my third week and I lost 15lbs, but now I have gained back 5lbs too after going back on soft foods. I was wondering the same thing. I also feel like I am eating more. The Dr. said it was most likely because the swelling went down. But I am not sure either about the gaining? I have been walking too! I hope the first fill in a few weeks will help!

The doctor told me it's very normal to gain post op prior to your first fill. Most people have very little restriction so they eat a little more and have some swelling which makes the scale go up too. Plus, there is not as much activity.

It's okay not to lose too much now. This time is for healing not for losing. You will lose when you get your fills. Just relax and let your body heal. As long as you are following the rules, you will be fine.