I was banded two weeks ago. I felt like crap days 2-3. I was sick to my stomach and finally slept for almost 24 hours straight. Went to work one day too early, finally left and went back to bed. I woke up day six feeling like my old self again! But...Im hungry! The soft foods are going down fine, choosing only healthy ones! I have been eating 3-4 hours, waiting two, then drinking water. I have had zero problems with the food and can easily eat a cup of food -- No pressure or pain. Is this normal? I see my Dr. tomorrow. i have lost 17 lbs so far - 11 lbs pre surgery. My weight has been at a stand still last couple of days. Just want it to fall off! I'm eating so healthy. Can't wait for the first fill! Looking forward to being slim and healthy this year!!!

I was banded two weeks ago. I felt like crap days 2-3. I was sick to my stomach and finally slept for almost 24 hours straight. Went to work one day too early, finally left and went back to bed. I woke up day six feeling like my old self again! But...Im hungry! The soft foods are going down fine, choosing only healthy ones!:thumbup: I have been eating 3-4 hours, waiting two, then drinking water. I have had zero problems with the food and can easily eat a cup of food -- No pressure or pain. Is this normal? I see my Dr. tomorrow. i have lost 17 lbs so far - 11 lbs pre surgery. My weight has been at a stand still last couple of days. Just want it to fall off! I'm eating so healthy. Can't wait for the first fill! Looking forward to being slim and healthy this year!!!

Congrats on your surgery and welcome to the lapbander's world of weight loss!

It sounds like you're doing just fine. To be a little hungry is normal. Also, your weight loss will slow down a bit as your body adjusts to the loss. This is normal, but you must remember to be patient. 1 to 2 lbs. weight loss is normal and the safest, but you are not in the official weight loss phase until after you've had your first fill. The weight loss thus far is bonus weight. You're doing wonderful, and remember to keep following the band rules and to follow up with your surgeon regularly and as scheduled. Good luck to you! :scared:

I understand exactly what you are expieriencing. It appears that your appetite is pretty normal. Eating soft foods will go down more easy and yes I too can eat a cup of food without a problem. I also choose as healthy as possible. I am schedule for my first fill 02/17 and I can't wait.

Good to hear***My first fill is on 2/17!!! My Doc said after the swelling went down we are pretty close to normal, until our first fill. Thanks for sharing!! Let me know how your first fill goes.