Question:
just had my second fill

Hi i am three months post op from lap band. had my 2nd fill today. I know i am suppose to be on the diet steps again for 2days each but it is hard. i am straving. please help.    — JANIECEMOM (posted on October 30, 2008)

October 30, 2008
Hey... I think everybody that has had a lapband procedure knows what you are feeling. When I had my first fill, I was instructed to be on a liquid diet for 4 days. You can do this. Have you ever tried sugar-free pop cycles? I think those saved me from being put in a cage during my second day. I was also saved by slowly drinking pinto bean juice. How sad that even sounded good !!! Ha Ha I have my second fill scheduled for the 19th of November. I sure don't look forward to it. How is your restriction? Do you feel any difference?
   — reggi_67

October 30, 2008
Hey there, I'm in my third year of LapBand and completely get where you are coming from. Going back to clear liquids is absolutely no fun, but extremely necessary to allow your stoma swelling to subside. I LOVE Powerade zero, zero carbs and yummo. It really helps to have some other flavor than water sometimes. I will dilute it a little sometimes. I also like the Fusion low carb drinks. It is hard, you just have to remember your comittment to health and wellness and hang in there. I will have to admit that I have heard people on occasion have a little peanut butter for a few calories and protein during this time if you are tired and hungry. Keep yourself full with SF jello and popsicles until you can advance your diet. It is so worth it in the long run, hang in there. Dawn Vickers
   — DawnVic

November 1, 2008
I am six months out and all my doctor requires is liquid the rest of the day (which I have a late appointment) and continue my diet the next day. I am down 65 pounds now and I feel great. Diane
   — dyates2948

November 3, 2008
Just wanted to say good luck(i had rny so I cant help) but big hugs to you!
   — dawnie28