No fill-Never felt restriction

[JenWis6 98]

Hi all. I am 5 1/2 weeks post-op from my surgery and have yet to get any fills. I see my Dr. next Tuesday for a postop visit and we are going to talk whether or not I need a fill at that time. Everyone, including my doctor, asks me if I have felt restriction yet. I do not believe I have. I am a strict rule follower and have been following my diet set up by my nutritionist (1000-1200 cals per day, 60 g protein). Will I know when I feel restriction? I have no clue what to be expecting. I am assuming my band is working since I am continuing to take 1-3 pounds off a week and I am rarely hungry. Thanks for any thoughts/help.

[CaGottaBand 498]

Sounds like you are doing awesome! Congratulations!

[SageTracey 608]

Congratulations you are doing really well.

Sounds like you are in control of what you are eating, rarely feel hungry and are losing steadily. I wouldn't be surprised if your dr says you don't need a fill at this stage.

If you start to get hungry in less than three to four hours after a meal could mean you need a fill.

Feeling satisfied on smaller portions - you don't need a fill.

good luck.

[Jewelsm1127 351]

Jen - I'm a rule follower too and honestly I'm going to so everything I can to avoid a fill. I am hitting the high protein/low carb road and have already lost 1 lb in two days. I haven't had any issues with any of the foods I've eaten but I haven't gotten past 3/4 cup 3 times per day. I don't know what restriction feels like but I do know that I'm just not very hungry. I portion out my food on a small salad plate or saucer and it seems to be the perfect amount to tide me over until the next meal. I asked my doc if I was losing weight could I refuse a fill and they said absolutely. I think there are several others here who were very successful with an empty band as well. It's what works for you and you are doing awesome!

[JenWis6 98]

Thanks so much everyone for the replies. Makes me feel better. I am loving my lapband and have been so excited for my results. Hopefully the pounds just keep coming off. I have a new sundress, 2 sizes smaller than what I wear, hanging in my closet waiting to be worn this summer. :)

[☠carolinagirl☠ 18,721]

Thanks so much everyone for the replies. Makes me feel better. I am loving my lapband and have been so excited for my results. Hopefully the pounds just keep coming off. I have a new sundress, 2 sizes smaller than what I wear, hanging in my closet waiting to be worn this summer. :)

you are doing absolutely fantastic...you are def using your want power and mind over matter......you seem to be doing what i am doing (eating as though we have full restriction). proud of you. you are making it work and its happening.

[molldoll83 22]

I was totally in the same boat as you. I ended up not getting a fill at 6 wks. I am about 10 wks out and think I need a fill now because I could eat a lot if I allowed myself too. But everyone is different and it sounds like you are doing awesome! Keep up the good work!