This thread is for peeps banded or being banded in December of 2009.

Im reading everyone's post and noticed most people are getting 3 cc's. I got 5 cc's on my first fill 01/19 wonder why?. I do not go back for another 4 weeks, curious to see how much they give then.

Im reading everyone's post and noticed most people are getting 3 cc's. I got 5 cc's on my first fill 01/19 wonder why?. I do not go back for another 4 weeks, curious to see how much they give then.

I had my first fill last week and also had 3CC's. PA said not to expect much restriction till at least the third fill. Was pretty disaapointed to hear that. On the good side my acid reflux is finally getting better.

Terri

Ocracoke,

I felt the same way before I had my first fill. I could basically eat what I wanted as long as I took my time and chewed well. Although I could have I didn’t because I didn’t want my surgery to be in vain so I still measured my foods and exercised. I've had my first fill 01/19 and it went well. I can say that now that it's over (don’t like needles)...lolol... I've stopped getting on the scale to help me stay focused. Initially I think I found myself on the scale every 30 minutes I was becoming obsessed. Now I weigh myself every other week.

I really appreciate your kind and encouraging words, and you're right we will all get through this together.

I just got my first fill on Thursday and they put in 3cc's. I go back in 4 weeks. After reading everyone's posts, I have to say I feel a little better that I'm not the only one out there that's getting a little frustrated and is struggling a little. I think the hardest for me has been not drinking right before, during and right after I eat. I had lost 24 pounds total on the pre-op and post-op liquid diet. Once I was able to eat again, I managed to gain back about 12 pounds, but, then, I've re-lost about 10 of it. I will say that I have lost a total of 9 inches in a month, so, that's something I suppose. I'm not sure what I was expecting. I knew that the band wasn't a "miracle weight loss" device, I knew it was a tool to help you lose weight, but, I feel like I've plateaued before I've even gotten out of the gate! Grrrr, it's kind of frustrating, isn't it? I'm not the only one, right? Is this normal? I want to start losing again!

I'm so excited - I'm just over a month post op and i'm down 28 pounds. Woohoo.

Good Bye 350's

Good Bye 340's

Good Bye 330's

Hello 320's I'm just visiting. lol :wink:

also everyone saying they aren't getting much restriction on the first fill - I feel restriction.

I went to breakfast at cracker barrell and not one single item on my plate was finished. Normally I could have cleared my plate and ate several biscuits. My portions have dropped to about 1/2 now already.

I don't get my first fill until a week from tomorrow. I still have some restriction, but not as much when first banded. However, I'm eating LOTS less than pre-band, which in and of itself is huge! I've lost 3 pounds this week and am only 2 pounds away from my Valentine's Day Challenge of a 12 pound loss. I'm very happy with my progress so far. I'm hoping that with my first fills, I'll be even more restricted and the amount lost will increase. I'm only 6 pounds away from what my driver's license reads! lol

I'm so excited - I'm just over a month post op and i'm down 28 pounds. Woohoo.

Good Bye 350's

Good Bye 340's

Good Bye 330's

Hello 320's I'm just visiting. lol :wink:

AWESOME! Love it! Congrats DeuceCoupe!

Forgot to mention I had my first fill last Wednesday. I got 5 ccs in a 10 cc (I think) band.

The nurse was very clear she did not think I would get any restriction until the 2nd or 3rd fill, but I do believe I have some.

I got 3ccs in my 10cc band and my doctor thought I might be too tight. He also put me back on liquids for 2 weeks, which I was really good about for the first week, but I've been pretty hungry and have had no difficulty with mushies. 3ccs wasn't too tight, but I bet you ARE feeling some restriction with 5ccs - that makes sense to me.

I do find it baffling... all the differences.

So glad you guys are here! You keep me motivated when I feel like having a cheesecake. Feeling emotional and I am sure everyone understands how eating and emotions correlate. I am glad I am banded! I am having some physical problems so getting a fill isn't even an option right now. You guys will probably be on fill two or three before I have one. Keep it going Delights!!

Duece - I love your post! I've been thinking about all the increments I am leaving behind myself! Congratulations!!

I got 3ccs in a 10cc empty band. My next fill is in 2 weeks and every 2 weeks thereafter. She said I would get another 1.5 next time. I am hungry and struggling. I lost another 2.5 lbs but it's coming off slowly and is all difficult. Hope this helps!

I'm so excited - I'm just over a month post op and i'm down 28 pounds. Woohoo.

Good Bye 350's

Good Bye 340's

Good Bye 330's

Hello 320's I'm just visiting. lol :confused:

Congrats. More power to you as you rev on by into the 200's!!!:smile2:

hey thanks everyone i'm glad you like my post. I have less than a pound to go until I hit 30 pounds gone forever. After the workout i had last night If I do it again tonight I'm sure to break the 30 pound mark tomorrow. LOL

I did a 13 minute mile on the cross trainer (sorta like an eliptical) after already doing 20+ minutes on the treadmill with a 2.5 incline and 3 miles an hour speed. I was dripping sweat. LOL

Happyme...I feel your pain. My husband has said the same thing. It has to get better! I don't want this to be for nothing. I have lost 20 pounds and I was banded Dec 3rd. I know thats not horrible but it has taken forever for the last 5 pounds. I have had one fill and get another on Feb 5th. I had restriction for about 10 days after my first fill then it went away....