I was banded on December 19, 2008. I started the liquid diet 10 days prior. As of today I have dropped 35 pounds in like 3 weeks. That is so fast it is scaring me. I feel great other than a little tenderness at the port site incision. I have my follow up visit with my doctor today. I have been drinking my protein shakes and eating baby food. Has anyone else dropped weight this fast before? Thanks:smile2:

It does come off fast at first! Be glad! You've earned the loss! BUT don't be horrified and depressed if it slows down for you once you're back on "food". That time after the pre-op and "liquid" phases and when you have restriction, your weight loss may slow or even stop; you may even gain some back. IF that happens, don't despair...the band is a process. Until you get restriction your band is wide open and you will probably be able to eat as you did pre banding. It's ok when that happens.

AND it may not happen for you; some are fortunate to have restriction from the start.

Either way, enjoy your 35 pound loss! :tongue2:

Yep, I dropped 20 pounds in the first two weeks and I too was thrilled and a little scared by it. Its a great feeling! But as RM said above, it doesn't stay that way, so don't let it upset you when it slows and/or stops. It will, usually around week 3-5. Then the real work begins! Congratulations on your band and your success so far!

gosh - maybe i'm the only one who hasn't... I was banded on 19th Dec. I lost about 7 lbs in the first week after banding (and some before) but then nothing since. Although I did see a Biggest Loser program yesterday where it talks about how everyone on that show has a crappy second week. Guess we're all different. Oh well... glad to hear that you lot are doing well.

WOW! im jelous im 5 weeks out today an only lost 14 lbs RRRRR i havent last anything in 2 weeks i get my 1st fill at 8 weeks im so discouraged:cursing:

Congrats on the loss.

For those that are not losing that fast do not despair... it's all different for everyone. Some barely lose anything at the start but are steady losers. I lost a ton super fast and now I lose only about 5 a month. I am totally fine with that as long as it is still coming off :tongue2:

Just to make you all feel better about yourselves -- I am 19 mos out from banding and haven't lost a single pound. I lost about 10-12 pounds on the PRE-op diet, but NOTHING since surgery. Everyone is different, and I applaud those of you that are successful. Granted, my lack of success is directly related to me hanging onto some old, bad habits. Anyone who has lost weight should be proud. That being said, I am proud of myself for not gaining weight, because that can happen too. And, I am certain that without the band, I would be much heavier than I am. Kudos to all and Good Luck!

Congrats on your weight loss. I lost 10 pounds on the pre-op diet and have lost 22 pounds post op for a total of 32 pounds; needless to say I am thrilled.

I am losing weight at about two pounds a week. I exercise every day and I measure my food. It is hard work, but I am worth it!

Good luck.

I was also banded on Dec. 19. I did the 10 day liquid diet prior to surgery also. So far, I've lost 23 pounds. I go back to the dr. tomorrow and I'm hoping to be able to move on to pureed foods!

Congrats on your loss!

Congrats enjoy your victory...and keep it up when its time to move to food.

My surgery was the 19th too! I have lost 23 pounds..Is slowing up some now..But I really think it depends on how much you need to lose that makes it faster for some..C-O-N-G-R-A-T-S-!

I was banded on 12/23. I lost 21 lbs pre op and another 9 since last week! I have been feeling lousy though. Tell me it gets better! I feel weak and hungry. I would kill for cottage cheese or oatmeal, I can;t wait until next Thursdays appointment!

Can someone tell me what their daily menu looks like once they are back to solids?

hey i was also banded on the 23 i am also very hungry. My new firend i met at pre op had hers done on the 24 she already has eaten solids fish salad burger ribs but she said only a little and she gets full quick

I am on day 8 and had cottage cheese, oatmeal, and cream of chicken Soup. The soup made me full for about 1 hour. I have severe stomach hunger pains, and didn't even have this on my pre-op liquid diet. Why am I more hungry now than before?

Another funny thing, I got dizzy from both the oatmeal and soup. What is up with that?

I was banded on the 23rd of Dec. and on day 4 after surgery I was able to move to full liquids. I definately can tell a difference in how much I can eat or want to eat.

For myself I have found if I feel at all weak/dizzy/light headed it is usually because I need a shot of Protein or some Iron.

Have you started taking your supplements yet?

If you are feeling dizzy or lightheaded I would be sure that you are getting enough protein each day. I am 1 1/2 yrs out and I am half way to my goal but I can always tell days that I do not get enough protein because I have the same type of things, dizziness, headaches and not feeling like myself. Congrats to everyone on how well you all are doing and for having the courage to go down this lapband road, it is not a strait flat road but a beautiful trip down a bending, winding, raising and falling road. So enjoy the trip, look around and take a deep calming breath.:frown: