Lap band journey

[rkidd10129 0]

Hello everyone, I had the lap band and the I band done August 20th. I just had my first fill September 22nd and I really don't feel any different although I've noticed that if I eat or drink anything cold I freeze easier than before if that makes any sense?

[123crod 170]

I never had that problem but the band has a mind of it's own so you never know, so I say anything that changes blame it on the band. You ever need to talk just message me.

cheri

[SandyM 1,956]

Congrats. It'll be a nice journey, especially after you've had a few fills.

[2muchfun 8,927]

It can take several fills before you feel any satiety. Took me 3 fills to feel some satiety and 6 fills to finally reach the green zone.

Cold foods like ice or iced shakes stay in your band a short period of time and the extra exposure can give you a stomach freeze easier than before band.

[sbrown1 10]

My surgery was on 9/22/14 is it normal to fill full and your stomach still be growling and how long does the pain last it's more uncomfortable than anything and one more question does it matter how much fluids you have sugar free of course......

[Bandista 7,466]

@@sbrown1 hi there and congratulations on your surgery. For me that discomfort went away a little more each day and I'm pretty sure it was the walking that helped most. I also had the feeling of fullness which I think is inflammation from the surgery. Just as my hunger returned it was time for a followup visit with the surgeon and I got my first fill. Tat was a month out but we are all different. These early weeks are a great time to be practicing tuning into your body, really listening for signals. As for liquids, obviously you don't want to get dehydrated. I didn't force anything -- just sipped my tea. Oh, and I enjoyed Popsicles during this time but a half a one would do it for me. Best wishes - glad you're here on the forum!

[Bandista 7,466]

@@rkidd10129 some days I can honk on a bottle of cold "juice water" (I make up bottles of Water we a splash of cranberry and aloe) and others I can't.....congratulations on your surgery and starting with fills. It took me several but it was good for me to have the steppingstone approach so I could work on slowing down and paying attention. You are on your way -- enjoy the ride!

[sbrown1 10]

Thanks everyone I'm just so thirsty did anyone get leg cramps

[sbrown1 10]

Thanks everyone I'm just so thirsty did anyone get leg cramps

[2muchfun 8,927]

No leg cramps but that could be an indication you need more fluids.

[sbrown1 10]

True thanks I sure love this forum