I was banded on July 20,2009 at 8 a.m. The first day I threw up all day after drinking water... but i would drink water only when i got up to go to the restroom.. Immediatley after using the restroom I would throwup. I think i slept the first four days .. well i was in the the bed anyway, the gas was the killer for me, i was so uncomfortable.. I am doing much better now though. The 25 was the fist day that i felt hungry.... I went to my moms house and weighed myself..I'D ALREADY LOST 15 lbs!!! But i'm a little concerned now bucasue the protein and soups aren't doing it for me.. I snuck a teaspoon of refried beans .. cause it was really soft.. it helped .. but now i'm scared i will try more bean since it didnt hurt me.. I NEED SUPPORT to follow this diet.....

Do you have any support groups in your area? Please follow your Doctors and Nurses orders. You need to heal properly. The first week on liquids is so important, then a week of soft or mushies again very important. I remember having some liquid protein for some meals as the food is so heavy. I would have soft eggs for breakfast and a protein drink for lunch and then a light meal for dinner. If you rush food you may feel uncomfortable. I did!! NOT a good feeling I must say. I am 4 weeks post op today and I have trouble with grilled red meats and pork it must be just too dry and sits wrong in my stomach. You will try things and when the feeling hits you know it. I must say follow your orders to the letter it is for your own health and the band. My first operation date was to be July 20, I was so excited. I am excited for you!! Then I got a call and my date changed and was moved up to June 29, they took me early as I was ready and had met all the requirements. Someone who's heart was not able to under go the surgery had to give up their apt. Long story short we are all on the health journey and it has been a good one for me so far. I can't wait to get weighed tomorrow as I do not own a scale yet. I can't believe I just said that I never ever wanted to be weighed in my entire life, look what happens I'm going to the dogs for sure. Best Wishes and keep blogging and find support. Kathy imaluckydog

I hope to hear from you and Best Wishes on your journey into Bandlandia. Kathy imaluckydog