Hi my name is tracy. Thank you for letting me join your group. I have been struggling with my weight for over 30 years and decide finally to have a band fitted. Day 1 really enjoyed banana and custard you hart. And supping g on pop. Used to be chocolate all the time. Had my surgery with The Hospital group in Birmingham. Everyone has been so friendly. Just on way home now.

Welcome! Glad your surgery went so well!

Congratulations! Post often. You will find great support here.

HI and welcome to the forum. This has been a great (no, tremendous!) support to me throughout the first few months (I've been banded 7 months now).

My gentle advice that I give to all brand new bandsters is to take it really easy on yourself, as your sore little tummy is healing. Your surgeon likely gave you instructions along the lines of clear fluids (3 days or so) --> full fluids (4-5 days or so) -->, mushies (one week) ---> soft foods, (one week)--> regular foods.

It took me a month to start eating 'regular' foods again (but healthy!), and I was very happy with my healing process. Gentle and slow. Highly recommended, tjm2140!

Check back here often, and post often, too! You can find the answer to SO MANY questions on the forum. Happy healing!