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Well I've just finished a lovely glass of chianti!!! I say little and not too often why not!!! My surgeon never said no just be aware of calories!!! **** we eat next to nothing now!!! A glass or two on occasion is not going to kill me like say a heart attack from being over weight would of!!! Lol !!!

Try rocking on the loo!!! Sounds weird but it works!!! I was confused as was on on really strong pain killers but still had this pain in chest and shoulders!! Once it started to move it was instant relief!! By day 6 all was ok!!! Good luck xxx

Does anybody wear sculpting under wear? I've just got a pair of up to bra hold in pants as I call them!! I'm 8 weeks post op just wondering if anyone found them uncomfortable this soon? Or if I can wear them yet?

Everyone is different and every person will tell a different story!! I've been reading threads and thinking " oh god what of I do that!!" Its a learning curve and we all learn and experience at different rates! I can say I feel better now then I ever have. ! I know my band swells in the morning as I feel bloated but not to the extent of pain or uncomfortable ! To be honest 5 weeks in I'm in no pain I'm eating small healthy meals I've lost 19 lbs. I'm working with my wonderfull band not against it , and everyday it teaches me a new way with food and my new life! It's been easier then I thought it would be . Good luck .

Rock back and forth whilst sitting!!!! Soon brings up that wind!! 5 weeks post I still do it! It seriously helps

Oh no I mean lettuce , cuecumbers ( skin removed) tomatoes chesse and a lot fat dressing! No way a fatty salad what would be the point ! Just want to make sure I will be ok to eat one! My diatician was ment to call me Friday ..... Didn't get a call so I'm unsure on do's and donts!!!

I'm now 4 weeks post and am on normal foods . I was wondering if salad causes any probs for anyone! Really enjoy a salad for lunch at work and thought I don't even know if I'm allowed to eat it!! Lol .

I too felt like that and the gurgling noises coming from my tummy were sooo loud!! Walking def helped and I sat on the loo and rocked back and fourth it really helped the wind to come out!!! Once that wind starts to come u will feel 100% better!!! I know I did ! It's all that gas they pumped u full off!!! Good luck xx

I was banded on 26/3/12 and suffered soooooo bad with trapped gas!!! I find if I sit up right and gently rock my upper body back and forward it helps bring up some wind!!! Even to now I suffer with that feeling in my chest but so far (touch wood) I do a bit of rocking and it relives it!!! I find medicine also makes me gassy !!! Hope this helps!!!

I'm in the uk 3 weeks post surgery and was wondering how long after surgery did anyone go back on to normal foods??? My surgery was brought forward due to a cancelation and only had a few days to get ready and was given minamal advice for after in regards to food! The booklet I was given says to start introducing food from 4-6 weeks , I know I'm ready ( only 1 week left) I have healed so well feeling really good and nothing has been a prob so far! Got quite good restriction already , I can't even finish a cup of food most dinner times!!! Thanks for everyone's advice it helps so much x

I would say more 3/4 of a cup sometimes a full cup but I can't normally manage it!! I'm dying to chew normal food !

I'm on purée at the mo ! That last message sounds like I'm not eating at all!! Lol

I'm in the uk 3 weeks post surgery and was wondering how long after surgery did anyone go back on to normal foods??? My surgery was brought forward due to a cancelation and only had a few days to get ready and was given minamal advice for after in regards to food! The booklet I was given says to start introducing food from 4-6 weeks , I know I'm ready ( only 1 week left) I have healed so well feeling really good and nothing has been a prob so far! Got quite good restriction already , I can't even finish a cup of food most dinner times!!! Thanks for everyone's advice it helps so much x

Hi does anyone know how long till swimming is allowed??

I had my surgery on a saturday im a beauty therapist and didn't return to work for 11 days . I could of gone back after about 7 to be honest and would of been quite comfortable. I was quite tired at the end of the day but now almost 3 weeks post op I'm finding it easier! Good luck it's worth it.

Does anyone manage pasta? I love pasta would love some!! I'm on pureed at the mo. any suggestions

Thanks guys I'm going to try all wounds are healed nicely and I'm dying for a soak in my tub!!! Lol .here comes a piece of heaven .

Hi all!! Quick question?? How long after surgery till its ok to bathe? I'm 2 weeks since op healed really quick and well no open wounds!! Fed up of showering want to lay in my bath .

I'm proud of myself! And of anyone else who's had wls !! I have had some people say I shouldn't of done it Im not big enough I should of done it in my own but quite clearly I CAN'T!!! And give me ten years and more weight goes on and more illnesses creep in ..... Wow what a life!!! To be honest I think people who give back bad feed back are narrow minded and probably gelous! Why should we not feel good and happy and most of all be healthy !!!! If they don't understand who cares there feedback really don't matter it's you that matters .

I also felt like you and was thinking " oh my god what have I done !!" but on day 8 post surgery now and I'm back to normal ! I can sleep on my side get out of bed no probs . Everyday as long as u take it easy but do try to walk it does help you will feel better and better .

I searched gastric band weight loss and they came up there is 2 that look good so I've since ordered another 1!!!!

Thanks so much for replies I've been on amazon and found a recipe book specially for banded meals starting from purée and solid meals!! Looking forward to try some of ideas out .

Hi I was banded 1 week ago been managing purée basic meals with no probs but have a family was looking for ideas on meals we can all enjoy?? I love cooking and am enjoying every minute so far of my new relationship with food!!!!