Hi Everyone!

My name is Elaine,and I live in Illinois. I had my surgery last Wednesday (June 28),and I go to get my stiches removed on Friday. I started out at 206.5lbs. today I was 199! I just found this website,and I want to hear any advice from anyone for ways to stay motivated.

Keep visiting here! That is how I stay motivated.

The band seems to respond differently with each individual, but I can always come here and get advice, support and most importantly... a good laugh!

This is a journey... it will have it's ups and downs... but I try to remember that this is a fantastic site with wonderful people and when I need motivation and support, they are here to help.

Good luck on your journey and congratulations on your progress thus far!

Take Care,

Elaine,

I Am From Illinois Also. If You Dont Mind, Can You Tell Me Where You Got Your Lap Band Done At And What Your Experience With The Dr And Facility Has Been? Thanks

I just had my surgery on July 5th and feel so bloated, very gassy. How long does it take to feel "normal" and no pain?

teamsura, i was also banded july 5.. I feel the SAME way! At least we are not alone!

I find that the more I walk the better the gas pain gets but, its had me very worried because sometimes it takes my breath away. I never had the shoulder pain I was warned of in the hospital but, it now lays under my breasts and I too feel like a beached whale! Ha ha.

I hope this subsides for us both soon!

It took me, unfortunetly, about three weeks to relieve all the gas and I did a lot of walking. It was such a yucky feeling but it does pass!

Good luck to both of you.

My gas pains went away within the first week. I had the very painful left shoulder syndrom. I'm so thankful that it has left!!!!