sunshinestate

What does jellyfishing mean? I haven't had my first fill yet and am still unsure if I'll get it when I'm supposed to in a week or two... doing well without all of the "side effects" of restriction. "If it ain't broke, why fix it" is what I'm thinking at this point in time...

Hi! I'm in the same boat now that you were in and I really hope you'll be able to help guide me based on your experience. I am 6 weeks post surgery and am on a nice roll with a healthy diet and plenty of exercise. I'm happy losing my 1-2 lbs. per week and wonder if I really have to have a fill at all right now since I'm progressing with my weightloss without the fill. I keep my portions under control (plus it's all healthy foods) but I wonder if by eating more than a "palm-sized" meal I'm unknowingly stretching out the band, causing potential future slippage, or harming my stomach?? I realize at some point in my life, I'll probably need to go get that fill when I'm in need of an intervention of sorts... but in the meantime, is it ok to go without the fill? Can I do harm by not limiting the quantity of food I'm eating even without a fill? BTW, I always feel great after eating... have never had any problems. I appreciate all the feedback! What a wonderful support system!