First congrats on your little one. I had my banding on June 1 and the first 2 days were the worst and even then they were not real bad . I would say a week you will be sore just make sure you follow Drs. orders and you should do fine. Good luck!

I agree with crsti..you should be fine. My son just turned 3 so my only limitations was carrying him. He is 37 lbs so I couldn't carry him for a month other than that yeah I was fine within a week. Yes the first day or two are not the best but after that you will be fine..just walk as soon as you can. The more you walk the better you will feel. It will help you relieve the gas. Just don't over do it. I love your name...remember that and it will take you far!! and congrats on your baby girl!! I wish you the very best!!

You are making a great choice - for yourself and your family. You lose the weight and live longer and healthier. That is it in a nutshell. You may have a problem lifting the baby (congrats on the birth), but it will be a short time. Walking will help, but if you can join a gym and start working out now, the recovery will be quicker.

good luck to you and keep posting to let us know how you are doing.

Thank you! All of your comments have been so helpful. And Congratulations to all of you for all of your hard work and success, keep up the good work!