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I went for my second fill apointment (Banded 4/20) Still have not received a fill. I am just needing a snack in the afternoon but it is about 3 - 4 hours before I get hungry so the doctor said I am good. I'm happy with my weight loss, 24 lbs so far. So I'll keep it going without the fill. My doctor said he put some fill in during surgery (not sure how much) so that is probably why I haven't needed anything. It seems weird not to have any fills, but the nurses said everyone is different. I'll go back in 3 weeks and see how I am doing.

As for watermelon, haven't even thought of it but with summer coming and I have started seeing the watermelon at the grocery store in huge bins....hopefully I can have a little every once in awhile. As far as walking....keep at it slowly. I have been walking since 1 week post-op around the neighborhood and yesterday we went for 2 miles (5 weeks post-op). So little by little you will increase how far you can walk. And it's great cause with the weight loss it does make it easier. The more I walk, it seems like I lose weight more steady. And I sleep better too. Good Luck to ya.

Went for my first fill last week, ended up not getting a fill as I am able to last 4 hrs without being hungry. I will go back in 3 weeks to check if I need a fill then. So far, 20 lbs lost (4/20 banded) Went for my post-op doctors visit yesterday....everything went well. Doctor said I am doing well for someone my size (I had a total of 85 lbs to lose) I've been walking a lot, glad I get to work out now. Concerned about my arms, I need to find some exercises that will keep them from sagging. I have my weights, just need to target those arms. Good luck everyone.

Banded 4/20, went for my first fill on 5/15 but both the doctor and I felt I was doing well and still have restriction. I have lost 20 lbs since being banded. I'm good with that

I was extremely tired as well (Banded 4/20). I would come home from work and head straight to bed. I am just starting to last the whole day without taking a nap and resting. Walking helped me a lot, I go for walks every night with my husband and it seems to be helping. For me, when I dont get all my water in, I feel worse. So get your rest like your body is telling you, Get your protein, water and walk. It has only been a short time, your body needs to heal. Good Luck.

Ya, I know we will look back on this and this time will not be a big deal. But right now, it seems like forever to get back to some real food Good Luck.

I'm excited to be getting away from liquids (banded 4/20) but now I have to actually think about what I will eat everyday. I'm so use to just grabbing my choice of protein drink and pudding, jello or broth. Looking forward to moving on. Now it's gonna get fun

I am ALWAYS thirsty....now that I am post-op 14 days, I am able to get the water down better. It was actually causing me to have nausea in the morning because I wasnt getting enough water in. I was getting dehydrated. I am now getting plenty of water and dont have as much problems getting it down. It gets better as time goes on. Good Luck.

I was banded 4/20, started work last Weds and all I could do is go to work and then come home to bed. Yesterday was the first day I didn't fall asleep when I got home from work. It will come, take it easy.

Just to follow up, I worked on making sure I got my water in yesterday and made sure I drank water in the evening. Even put water on my bedside and actually did wake up a couple of times and took a couple of sips. This morning I had hardly any nausea. So either I am just getting better with time or the water made a big improvement. Drink your water everyone.

Day 10 for me and I was surprised when I woke up on my stomach this morning Pain is just about gone. I've done lots of walking though. Good Luck everyone.

Not drinking anything is not good. You definately need to be drinking your water and protein shakes. Not doing that will definately cause some issues. You may want to call your doctor to see why you cant get anything down. Dont wait too long, it can become serious. Good Luck.

I am having some similar experience but only in the morning for the most part. I have been researching and in my case I think I am getting dehydrated. I am trying to take in more water and see if that helps. Are you getting your water in?

As the days go on, I get more and more energy. (banded 4/20) I have noticed that cooking for the family and sitting with them for dinner while I drink my protein shake hasn't really bothered me. Right now I don't have any real interest in food, nothing I cant ignore. Good Luck to you. Keep on walking

I was banded 4/20, took Monday off and was planning to go back on Tuesday. Didn't feel up to it so I worked from home on Tuesday (glad to have that option). I went back on Weds but I have a desk job. Last week all I did was go to work and come home and relax, husband and kids did all the chores I didn't have any energy at all. I was able to go for my nightly walk though. It's getting better this week. Good luck to you.