I'm getting banded May 30 (yay)! I have a business trip 2.5 weeks after surgery. I don't plan to tell anyone at work about the surgery. If I'm eating 3 meals a day with these people, will I be able to be somewhat "normal?" I'm not sure what to expect so soon after surgery as far as what I'll be eating and how I'll be feeling. Ive heard a lot about the gas pains and food getting "stuck." Any advice would be great! Thank you!

Not sure what your doctor's post op diet is, but for me week 2 is thick liquids (puréed soups, yogurt smoothies, pudding) & week 3 is soft foods (canned chicken, baked fish, tuna). So depending on where your meals take place I'm sure you can find something that fits your diet without anyone being suspicious. Cream soups are usually an option at most restaurants. And a safe food to not risk getting stuck.

I agree that eating soups, sugar free pudding, fat free yogurt. I also traveled in week 3 and i did tell people and everyone was not only happy for me, but more than willing to help accomodate my needs.

Your making a life changing decision for the better. Be proud and walk with your head high. A positive attitude and confidence is so important through this to be successful.

Good luck

I doubt you will be able to eat 'normal type' food, but u need to speak to your surgeon regarding timescales of the different forms of liquid and solids that way you will know for definite what to expect when u go away and maybe take some pre-made protein shakes with you and soup etc and just dont be hungry at meal time etc etc ...