Hi Holly and Flydove, I can share my experience so far. banded June 6th lost 14 pounds in the first two weeks. Gained back 7 to 10 pounds before my first fill. First fill on July 28th, no restriction second fill Aug 5th slight restriction. I going in tomorrow for my third. I was not aware that it took many "tries" to find that sweet restriction. I was frustrated with myself too at first for gaining weight but my Doctor said the first 6 weeks are for healing not for lossing weight. You need time for the scar tissue to develope, holding the band in place. After your 1 fill you may or may not feel any restriction. It may take a few fills, every person is different. I had a time table in my mind of how much weight I was going to loss by a certain date. I had to give that up white I was waiting for the restriction. I am still hopeful that the band will work, I just have to give it more time, change my expectation. I wish you both the best, D
