GinMin11

I got my band on October 20, 2006. I am down about 20 lbs. at this point, but have been stuck here for a while. I am concerned because I feel like I'm eating way too much. I was under the impression that I was to eat about 1/4 cup of food at each meal. I am eating like 4 cups at each meal, sometimes more. I have only gotten 1 fill, and I didn't notice much change. When I spoke to my surgeon's assistant, she said I was struggling because I wasn't exercising. I was very frustrated with that answer. Anyway, is it normal that I am eating that much? And, has anyone had success with the band without exercising 45 min. daily??? I know exercise is part of it, but sometimes life just gets in the way. Anyway, if anyone has any thoughts, please let me know. People keep asking me if I regret my decision and I'm starting to. I don't want to go there. AHHHHH...help me! :help:

Thank you all for your advice. I actually saw my surgeon today and I got a fill. He expects me to do better with this fill. I was under the impression that after 1 fill, I would feel restriction. Obviously I was wrong. I feel more comfortable knowing that it may take a while, and that something is not wrong with my band. Usually I don't let myself eat the 4 cups of food, but sometimes, my emotions get the best of me, and next thing I know, it's done. That's something I have to work on. Anyway, I will let you know how it goes after this fill. I'm excited to see if I notice a difference. Thanks again for your help. Have a great week!

Thank you. I actually saw my surgeon today and got a fill. He said it may take a few more times until I find the right restriction. I was just under the impression and you only needed 1 fill and that was it. He expects me to notice a big difference after this fill. I'll let you know. Thanks again! Ginny

Hello. I got my band placed in Oct. 06. Things have been going ok. Recently I found myself eating way too much and the weight loss has stopped. I've lost 20 lbs. so far, but I expected much more. I go for my second fill tomorrow, so hopefully the doctor will reassure me that I'm doing ok. I am from St. Louis, MO and my surgery was done by Dr. Van Wagner. The surgery went smooth and I haven't had any side effects. I'm just frusted how everything has stopped. You invest so much money and stress, you expect results. I know it will come, I just have to be patient. Anyway, I'm glad to have found a support group. I am hoping this will help. Have a great week!