I had my surgery Oct 5, lost 14 lbs in 1st 2 weeks, then nothing, felt no restriction. Dr left 4 ccs in band. Gained 5 lbs. Had 1st fill, 2ccs, 3 days before TG, managed to lose 2 lbs over TG by sticking to a 900 calorie diet. Have had no restriction since 3 days after 1st fill. By sticking to 900 calories have lost another 3 lbs but I am hungry all the time. Helps since I stocked up on Optima Slim Fast (which I really do like) and try to eat only a small salad with it. I am trying to stay positive. It has helped a lot to read the posts here so I know I'm not alone. Called the dr and was able to move my appt for 2nd fill up to Jan 9, so I've really got my fingers crossed that this fill will give me some restriction.

This season has been rather hard since I don't have much will power anyway and the added stress makes me dive for chocolate. Unfortunately, I have been unable to convince my 8 yr old granddaughter (or myself to be honest:))that she should not give me 5 lb boxes of Godiva for Xmas! So I bring them in to work with me in hopes someone will help me eat temptation. So far that works!

But can't wait for next week. I really like the fill dr I found (she has been banded also) and my first fill went great, she does not use fleuro but read my info and x-ray I took in and hit the port with no problem. I laid there for a minute because I didn't realize she had finished! I have not been able to incorporate much added exercise into my day (I get up at 4:15a commute to job in DC, usually get home between 7:30 and 8 pm) so I'm going to try to start taking the stairs down daily, they're locked so can't come back up. And I'm sorry but I cant stand the cold plus being weighed down by a heavy coat so my walking has been postponed until warmer weather.

I feel better for venting. I hope everyone had a good holiday and is doing ok on their respective diets, etc. Laura

sounds like you do have a lot of will power for sticking to the 900 cal over TG!!! Cant say that for myself

As for the cold weather - i understand, i live in hawaii but we do get rain and whatnot -- so i understand! I think doing the stairs is a great idea. I even take short walks around the hallways in my workplace maybe 5 minutes once an hour (at least i try to). anything will be better then nothing

good luck with your 2nd fill.

Happy New Year!