I got banded on 11/15 and everything went fine. But now I can eat anything. Now dont worry, I know I have to watch what I eat but it seems so weird. I try to follow Drs orders but every now and then, I cheat. I had a piece of fried chicken one day. (guilt trip) HOwever, I am living for the first fill (probably the first week in January. I have lost 39 pounds since start. I still am happy that I did it. I am walking on the threadmill now and will start strenghth training next week with a trainer. This has been a trip but it is one trip that I am glad I took. Thank all of you for your info it really helps.

I had half cup fish, half cup cottage cheese, half cup salad and could have eaten more but didn't. I am staying under 900 calories and burn about 400-500 calories at the gym every other day. I was only banded 2 weeks ago and worry that i have stretched my pouch. Is this normal? Seems I can eat alot! Can't have my first fill till almost end of January. Any info or advise woulld be appreciated.

Barb

Susan - I think i lost 9 lbs the 1st week and have lost a little every week - some weeks just 1/2 lbs but so far have lost every week - What are you eating - are you counting calories or logging your food on fitday or sparks ----------------------------------------------------------

I don't know what fitday or sparks is. Can you fill me in?

Fitday.com is an online free calorie counter system - you long your food intake and it give you the calories - Or there is the calorieking - my doc gave me a book of theirs that has calorie for all kinds of food.

for me keeping a food diary counting calories & Protein keeps me honest

As fat people we never gave a hoot how many calories were in a big mac or a piece of KFC - we ate whatever we dang well please and as much as we wanted - that's how come we are/were fat to begin with. I keep my calories at anywhere between 1000 to 1200 daily - that's just a big mac an fries in the old days - now that covers 3 meals and Snacks...

I had half cup fish, half cup cottage cheese, half cup salad and could have eaten more but didn't. I am staying under 900 calories and burn about 400-500 calories at the gym every other day. I was only banded 2 weeks ago and worry that i have stretched my pouch. Is this normal? Seems I can eat alot! Can't have my first fill till almost end of January. Any info or advise woulld be appreciated.

Barb

Barb - 2 weeks and on regular food already (salad?) I was on mushie on day 11 for 10 days then soft for 10 and reg 10. When you are on the mushies/soft they do seem to go thru faster than regular food - but a cup and half a food isn't that bad - If the calorie are under 900 is working for you - go for it - but for me i keep them 1000 to 1200 and burn minimun 350 5 days a week - I do't think you are eating to much - last night had baked fish 4 oz 118 calories - 1/2 c rice 120 c and spinach 25 c and was stuffed... I am do have a full tummy after I have eaten my meals - but sometimes I still want to eat - head hunger

Hi IndioGirl

Thanks for your response. Yes I know it seems weird for me to be eating salad at 2 weeks but my Doc does not have his patients on a liquid diet after lap band surgery. I was on liquid/mushies for the first week and now I try all kinds of healthy stuff I just chew the heck out of it. I am feeling hungry after about 3 hours which I guess is normal. The liquid stuff does not keep me full. It sure is a big learning curve. Remembering to eat slowly and tiny pieces. I think if I was on a liquid diet I would eat my own hand!!! I don't know how you folks manage to do it !! Hats off to ya!!! The food addict in me keeps calling and I am trying to remain focussed and stay the heck out of the kitchen!! You are all such great help and support.

Barbee,

I was banded November 30th and was on liquids for the first week, graduating slowly to mushies and by the end of week two will be able to introduce real food. I am scared and excited at the same time! I am soo worried about eating too much and stretching, slipping, etc.

My port site gives me a lot of problems when I bend over... I am short with little room in by big belly area.. Anybody else have this problem or suggestions.

I was banded on 10/18 and went through the quick weight loss (19 lbs in the four days post-surgery), then when I could eat again I had no restriction and regained a few lbs. I had my first fill on 11/27 and again lost weight while on liquids for 24hr, then realized I still had not hit the "sweet spot." I have 5cc in a 14cc band so I'm hoping the next fill (on 1/8) gives me the restriction that I need.