Congratulations. Welcome. I feel you pain with the gas. I took the couch cushion and put behind me in my bed so I sort sat up in bed. Take your pain meds, before you start hurting too much, I only needed them a few days. My recovery was much easier and quicker than I thought. I am 11 days post op and felt really good. so good, i forget sometimes that I shouldn't bend or lift things. my body reminds me quickly. If I overdo it my port site hurts more or I get crampy. So just remeber to take it easy and be good to yourself and you will be fine. Happy New Year!!

Congratulations! I was finally banded on Friday as well! YAY! I really haven't been drinking anything but Vitamin water. Today I think I will start back on my protein shakes and try broth and maybe popsicles.I too am in pain. I am more comfortable laying somewhat flat. The gas pains haven't been to bad. My insicions hurt. I had a very nice experience with my surgeon and his staff. Everyone was very kind! My surgery was scheduled for 10:00 am and we were on the road by 2. The ride home was not very pleasant. I cringed when we hit any small bump in the road but we made it home. For now all I plan on doing is a whole lot of nothing! I can't believe that I did it! I can't wait to continue my new journey. I feel as though I have struggled with my wait for my entire life! I believe the medical talk when they say there is a fat gene! My mom and both my sisters have weight issues. I just didn't want to live this life anymore and I knew that I had to make some drastic changes in my life. A very good friend of mine had lap band surgery. She has lost almost 100 lbs, She has been my motivation! She has been so supportive! It's been so nice having her around to share her knowledge. I am truly lucky and grateful to have her and my wonderful husband and family to support me! Even though I have them I appreciate the information that everyone shares in their blogs! Thank you! I am honored to be a part of this prestigous group! Happy New Year's fellow bandsters!!

Thanks ladies! Good luck to all of us!!!