Was banded on Tuesday 9/4. I have not had any real pain, just a bit of tenderness in my upper belly. I am very bloated, but I also ended up getting my time of the month a week early, so I have menstrual cramps:-( I have been able to sleep in bed laying on my sides the last two nights:-) I have been out doing things, shopping cleaning, just taking it a bit slower than I usually would. After tomorrow I can start puréed/ mushies. Pretty excited to tast something besides the full liquid stuff! My tummy lets me know when it's time to eat something, but it doesn't take much to feel full. Headed to Atlantic City for Three days on Thursday. Gonna make sure I pack plenty of foods I know i can eat. Then back to work on the 16th. I highly reccomend taking the two weeks off work. Good luck to all those being banded this month! I'll update after I start my mushies:-)

I was banded on the 5th. Surprised by how well I am doing. The discomfort is getting better each day. No narcotics for 2 days now. The gassiness is nuts though! I am a bit teary today, with the "what have I done" thoughts. I am trying to be patient, (huge issue for me at times). I know this is a journey I needed to make. The roller coaster of weight loss has to stop and this was the most realistic option for me. Can't wait for the pureed phase. The protein shakes before surgery were fine, but I CAN'T stand them post-op. Hope all are doing well and I am glad to be part of this group.