I was banded 12/7. I have lost 28 pounds in one month. I have been faithful exercising. I swim at the local Y, treadmill, and today even road my bike 4 miles in the cold (from Connecticut). I get my first fill January 16. Right now, however, I'm in a slump and haven't been loosing any weight. I'm going to Hawaii in February and hope to loose a few more pounds before I go. Good luck to all!