I've been reading posts all over this website and others and I've come to the conclusion that I'm a failure. I have only lost 15 lbs since I was banded. I lost 5 lbs with my pre-op diet I've gotten to the point that I'm not really measuring my food and I know that is a big no no. I'm not eating nearly the amount I was before surgery but the big thing is our lifestyle.. we eat out at least 1 meal a day. I do not drink any calories as recommended by my doctor..I have absolutely no restriction but I do get my 1st fill tomorrow and I hope it will give some restriction. I try to only eat 3 meals a day and I walk 2 miles every other day but still no real weight loss.

My question is... have I blown it already? If I start over tomorrow after my fill will I get back on track? Maybe I should have had the GNY.

I feel lost...:think

I'm so glad I read your post. I had surgery on July 18th & have been wondering if the band is really there. At first I was so uncomfortable because of the soreness, but as I heal I just feel normal. I haven't really tested the band (I'm still on soft food--my Dr says baby food consistency), but I haven't really felt "full" yet. I have lost about 15 pounds, but I think that was mostly due to the pre-op/immediate post op period.

I am 2 weeks post up and can already tell these next few weeks are going to be a strugle. Is it normal to be able to eat more then 1 cup of food? and why do we havce to sip? i mean i dont gulp but its not what i would consider a sip either?

Hey Dave I could not have said it better . I am starting to miss my diet coke though. Everyone just keep on working on it and the pounds will come off.

Banded 6/21

First fill tomorrow