So everyone knows I was banded Oct 8th. Things were going great. I lost 20 pounds the first month. I got my first fill 2 weeks ago. I don't really feel any restriction. I still can eat more then I am suppose to. I am depressed about this. Then I think, am I really hungry? Do I eat because I think I need to? Do I eat because of emotional reasons? I didn't think so till I had a few minutes to myself to think about it. I need to have more patience with myself and listen to my body. Food is like and addiction to me. It makes me sad that I have to changes my relationship with it. I need to take one meal at a time and do my best. I am in control here and I want to be healthy for myself and my kids! So, from this minute forward I am going to surround myself with postive things..... Lets see where it takes me!:cool:

Kimmy- You've got the right attitude! I haven't been here long, but I've seen your story many times already. I haven't been banded yet but I'm already starting to be more aware of the same thing in myself. I find myself eating and I hardly remember going to get something to eat...let alone being hungry? Your words "listen to my body" rang home for me. It's going to be a huge change to only eat when I'm hungry (go figure). Hang in there, it sounds like finding that elusive "sweet spot" in your fills helps people with this, but I'm sure the "banded" will be along to tell you...

The head hunger is the worst part. The band helps with the physical hunger...without a doubt. Being able to know the difference between real hunger and head hunger is the key. I wish the band made food taste bad...

Be patient......when you reach you full fill level, you will feel the restrictions........let your body adjust to the band. You'll be fine and best wishes