Boy oh boy, have not been back to sleep since 1am. Up and down to the bathroom all morning. On the upside pain is very minimum, only sore on the port side which was to be expected. Taking meds and drinking lots of fluids. Still can't believe I'm banded, looking forward to everyday and more progress.

Congratulations on entering the banded world!! I promise you that everyday gets better and better! Keep taking your pain medications! That's wonderful that you're not in too much pain. My gas pains were the worst part of them all! Just keep drinking and walking because it will not only help you build strength, but it will help your gas pains (if any) move and dissipate. Sleeping was really hard for me, but it will get better. I'd say around day 4,5, or 6 I was able to somewhat sleep on my side and through the night for the first time. Stay strong!!

I promise you it gets better each day. Keep up your fluid intake as best you can. Congratulations!