I was banded on July 24, 2013. I am so glad this support is here because it makes it so much easier. So far, including the pre-op diet I am down 26 lbs. My only complaint is the bloated feeling and I know I need to be patient. I am truly thankful to be a part of this community and to have begun my journey!

Congratulations on your weight loss so far! Yes, this community is so valuable to me, I don't know how I would cope without it. Welcome and keep sharing your stories and asking questions, we are all happy to help!!!

The bloating will go away by week 3, it's normal and if that's your only concern right now you are doing great!!!

I was banded July 25 so am interested to hear your journey!

Congratulations to both you new banded ones -- I am waiting for a date and just going through the posts as much as possible to prepare. Thanks so much for your updates -- it's so helpful to know how it's all going!!!!