I was just banded on the 12th of this month. I haven't had the opportunity to read through all of the threads on this forum, but I was just wondering if anyone had any advice for me being a "newbie" to all of this. Thanks!!

my advice is get ready for alot of different views on things. So just sit back, rest and take it all in. Everyone on here should be bandsters, but we all have different experiences. Im a very laid back not a sticlar for the Lap Band rules, so I can give advice on that front. But if you are into following the Doctor to the tee, there are plenty of them out there as well.

Go Spurs tonight against the Lakers.

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p.s. My lap band journey has been great, I love it, and it works for me the way I want it to. No complaints or problems !!

I was just banded on the 12th of this month. I haven't had the opportunity to read through all of the threads on this forum, but I was just wondering if anyone had any advice for me being a "newbie" to all of this. Thanks!!

1. If you have time and feel up to it, while your recovering check out the threads in the post band section.
   
2. Give yourself time to recover.
   
3. Be patient with yourself as you learn how to work the band.
   
4. Try not to compare yourself with other peoples weight loss journeys.
   
5. Keep up with your Protein.
   
6. Follow your doctors orders
   

Good luck!

Thanks for the advice! I have been trying to keep my protein up and during this liquid phase I honestly feel like I am going to float away! I guess the hardest part is taking time for myself. Oh well, that's one reason why I did this in the first place. :thumbup:Thanks again!!