I was banded on Nov 19 and my first fill isn't until Jan 9.

I feel like I'm constantly having to explain to people the fact that right now I have no restriction so I am basically the same as BEFORE the band only with stitches.

I feel like everyone is "watching" me and expecting the weight to FALL right off - *I'M* not even expecting that ... and I'm the least patient person EVER.

My dad (who PAID for the surgery) asks me EVERY time he sees me (3-4x/week) how much I've lost - and the answer is the same "around 25lbs" - so he'll say "that's what you said last time" ...

This weekend we went out to Breakfast with my dad and I ordered an omlette and as soon as my food came out, he started saying how I'd never lose weight if I kept eating like that - and that I should have only taken 2 bites and left the rest, etc.

The worst part is I started crying and ended up having only 2 bites.

My husband wants me to explain to my dad how the band works, well I've been explaining it for MONTHS.

I'm under so much pressure and I'm SOOOO hungry - that I try to be proud of any changes I make. (ie. 1 burger with no bread instead of 3 burgers with fries)

I HATE eggs. But, they've got their share of Protein, so I had them. I've been having oatmeal every freaking morning for the past 2 months - I wanted something different.

How do YOU deal with folks not understanding that it's not going to "fall off" ?

I can relate. I have a great website that he should read. A woman that had it done writes all about her journey. It made so much sense to me and I shared it with my family. You should al so read it.

Lapband Lifestyle - We are here to help you in your changing life!

read that and see if that helps you with your struggles. Dad and everyone should read it. Let me know what you think.