I was banded 7 weeks ago and had my first fill last week (2 days after my liquid diet officially ended.) 1cc in a 4cc band and I specifically asked him to start slow. I really don't feel that I have much restriction at all. I can definately eat more than 6-8 oz of food and EVERYTHING goes down. I do get a full feeling a bit faster, but have allready started getting into old habits. Late night munching and "grazing" on my days off. I went back to Weight Watchers on Sunday and have done pretty well considering the holiday weekend. I actually gained back a few pounds once I started eating solids, even though I started working out at the same time!?! Up until 5 days ago I was losing almost daily. Should I go in for another fill? I have one scheduled in 7 weeks, but I don't know if I can wait. I keep thinking it is just the transition period, but I really don't feel that the band is "working" yet, and I am eating too much. Thoughts?

Give it two weeks and see what happens. I've had two fills since my lapband surgery on 3/20/08 and I don't feel restricted either. I had my first fill at the end of April (1cc) and went back on May 2nd for another 1cc. After a few days, I felt like I could eat anything. I have another appt on Thursday and I'll see what the doc says. I have a 10 cc band and currently have 5cc's.

My doctor has me wait 2 weeks in between fills. I would definitely move your fill up. I too have a 4cc band. I don't get restriction until I hit 3 ccs. Good luck.

I said the samething to my doctor last week for the first fill. After my fill I didn't notice anything, but five days later after eating lunch and dinner I can feel the difference and my stomach gets tight. So I stopped eating now, but prior I felt the same way. I told myself I have to stop and make sure I am eating the right foods because I will not see the results that I want. We can do it!