One month post-op and I had my first band fill on three days ago.  I have to admit I was SO-O-O nervous, but it really wasn't so bad.  Doc numbed it up with a shot of Lidocaine before using the big needle for the fill.  So other than the first injection and a little burn, I felt no pain, just some pressure.  After he put the saline in, they tilted the xray table up and had me drink a few sips of barium to make sure things were flowing through the band ok.  YUCK!  Now I have to make sure I take small sips and eat slowly, the restriction is there now and boy can I feel it!!!  Now that the band is doing its job and my 10 lb. lifting restriction is done...it's time for ME to get going on some exercise!  A couple of days on treadmill and a couple of days using some simple hand weights is my goal this week.  Low-key , just need to get movin!