I am scheduled for lap band surgery on the 16th. I'm kind of envious of all the posts I read that say you guys get to go home the same day. My doctor requires a 2 night overnight stay... Who wants to stay in the hospital, when you could 'recover' at home??? I was just curious to see how many of you who had the band placed had to do an over night in the hospital (and how many of you wish you had)....?

I stayed 2 nights and was very glad I did. I was ready to go home when it was time though.

I stayed a night and was very grateful. I have had day surgery before and let me tell you i think they give you more meds when you stay the night. Thinking about how out of it I was, I can not imagine not staying a night. Trust me after the surgery you will be thankful!

I was banded Monday 4/30 and was discharged Tuesday evening. I wish I could have stayed another night or 2! It was much easier getting in and out of the hospital bed and they had pain meds there! Also, I am glad there was someone monitoring me the first night in case there were problems. Good luck!!