I was banded on 7/2/09 and had my 1st fill today. My doctor puts 5.5cc in for the 1st fill. I definitely can tell the difference. I started at 240lbs...was down to 231 lbs at my first post-op check on 7/14 and today weighed 228. My doctor does not do a pre-op diet. The last 2 weeks were very tough as I felt no restriction at all so I was glad to have still lost some lbs. I am feeling really good. For dinner tonight I had a small amount of meatloaf, green beans, and broccoli/rice/cheese casserole. I am really trying to chew my food well as now I am apprehensive about food getting stuck or having problems.

I have pretty much stopped drinking sodas and am drinking lots of water. I think this has helped me feel better in itself.

Wishing all the Realize Bandsters the best! We can do it!

Amy

I have Realize Band and got my first fill today. My doc put in 5cc's. I am on liquids for 2 days, then thicker liquids for 2 days, then mushies, etc. I guess since I am on liquids I can't really tell a difference yet. But I had my first fill under fluoro, and my doctor said my opening is about the size of a nickel now. So I'm hoping once I start on soft foods in a few days, I'll notice a significant difference!