Question:
Has anyone had the LapBand and within a week or week in a half just couldnt take it

and ate something even if it was just a bite?    — AngelKay34 (posted on September 16, 2007)

September 16, 2007
It seems weird, but I totally understand. If you have had difficulty with obesity, you certainly have food issues. I had WLS August 13th. The surgery did not change my obsession with food. When the doctors tell you the band or other WLS are only tools, they mean it. No joke. I ate chicken svereal days before my 1 month postop. I didn't suffer, but I was uncomfortable. It comes down to, do you want to be healthy and what are you willing to do to make this TOOL help. Check your mental health to find out what you need to do to recondition years of habits. Read motivational books, see a therapist, use your entire arsenal. Your feelings are normal and just like any diet or major life change it takes strenth, good choices and will power. We are a lot like any other recovering addict- the difference is we need food for energy.
   — Mrs.V

September 16, 2007
I have the lap band. No, I did not eat a week later, I do recall (it's been almost five years for me) that I did move to soups at about three weeks out. Even that was hard on my stomach. Please be careful. Eating too soon can cause the band to slip. You do not want your band to slip. Take care, Vicki
   — VickiStevens

September 17, 2007
I had lap band August 17th and after a week I called my nut and asked her if I could have anything (applesauce, cottage cheese) and because I have the new more flexible band it was ok to start soft foods a week after instead of two. I still drank my shakes but also added a very small amount of cottage cheese. Call your Dr and/or Nutrionist to be on the safe side.
   — degweiser