Question:
Should I feel when I'm full on liquids?

I had my lapband a week ago today and have been on full liquids for 4 days now. My question is: I am not able to tell when I am full, should I? I'm thinking that since I'm on liquids I won't feel it at my band point because they are liquid but should I? I don't want to over do it and I find my stomach growling when I lay in bed, obviously hunger pains. I think I tend to eat a yogurt or jello just to be on the safe side of not slipping. What to do?    — [Deactivated Member] (posted on March 1, 2010)

March 1, 2010
your most likely haven't had your band filled yet. my dr. didn't put any restriction in my band until 6 weeks after i had the surgery. so yes, you are going to feel hungry. your stomach is probably not swollen any more from surgery and that is why you are feeling hungry now. drink your protein shakes and keep the foods to like cream of wheat, yogurt, like you mentioned. it's hard to remember what i did almost 2 years ago. but i will tell you this!! it is SO worth it. i've lost 105 pounds and have gone from a size 22/24 to an 8/10. AND i'm getting ready for nip and tuck surgeries on march 11th. the lap band is the BEST thing ever. just remember, you must do what you are told and make it work for you. do everything right and you will love the results. best of luck!
   — cinlu

March 1, 2010
I was hungry for months after my surgery. I followed ALL the rules, but when your band was placed I am assuming it was empty. I did not achieve restriction until after my 6th fill 8 months later. Be patient...It will be worth the wait.
   — kfgates

March 2, 2010
I had my band on 12-24-09 and I agree, you will fill hungry, I have had 3 fills w/7cc in my band, I still feel like I need maybe 1 more fill. My Dr told me to be aggressive with the fills and If I could eat more than the size of my fist(1cp) I needed a fill even though I am losing weight. I can feel some restriction, so I try not to go over the 1 cup. Measure your foods has helped me. Also I was told to eat breakfast instead of protein shake if at all possible, wait 3 hrs then drink shake and so on throughout the day. Make sure to get 64 oz of liquids every day 1/2 hr before and 1/2 hr after meals, I know right now you are still on liquids but thought this might help as you progress. You can email me at my personal email address if you [email protected] Good luck and God Bless
   — T R.

March 2, 2010
Thank you all. No, I haven't had my fill as of yet and thats why I was guessing that I was going to feel this way because I'm only on liquids and haven't had a fill yet. I see my dr. tomorrow so hopefully he can shed some light on a few questions I may have. Thanks so much for your answers.
   — [Deactivated Member]