Hello everyone,

My name is Joyce. I was banded November 15, 2007. I live on the east coast. I completing my fourth week and I have lost 10 lbs. I have maintained the weight since I lost. I have not had a fill as of yet. I will see the surgeon the first week of January 2008. I am thinking I will probably need a fill. My weight fluctuates everyday. It seems I am losing then I gain it right back. I initially exercised, but my incisions are bothering me. I am getting sharp pains and a pulling sensation when I am standing and walking. My stomach is drooping a little, maybe that is the reason for the pulling??

Anyway, I am getting my Protein requirements in everyday and I am keeping good records of my diet. Oh, well. I do feel a lot better and my friends are complimenting me on my initial weight loss, especially those who didn't know I had surgery. I just want to get the ball rolling though.

I am new to this site and look forward to everyone's comments.

Hi Joyce, and welcome to LBT.

Remember, the first few weeks after you have your surgery are meant for healing, not weight loss. So don't worry if you are seeing no significant loss at this point, or if you even see a bit of a gain. Once you start getting fills, then the weight loss will truly start.

:)Thanks Susan, you are absolutely right. I need to keep my focus. I still feel some soreness and need to give myself permission to learn more about this new way of life.