Hello everyone my name is Becky and I just had the surgery on Saturday! Am starting to feel better each day but still discomfort at the port area. I'm glad to be able to talk to others who are going through what I am. Feel free to let me know what to expect.:cool:

Hi Becky

Welcome to Bandlandia. By now you've probably read a ton (I hope) of information on the band and what is expected of you. It's time to live the band. Settle in and start listening to your body. Learn what it is to be hungry. And what being satisfied feels like. Recenter your life away from food. Meet your friends to do something active, not for lunch. Get out and move your body. It will be easier each day.

Create for yourself a support system that will truly support you. Get an exercise buddy. Attend your Dr's support meeting if you can.

You've taken a big first step, having this surgery to wrap the band on your stomach. Weight loss is so much more then tummys. Now start working on wrapping your head around this change.

Good luck on your journey!!

Amanda

I keep having sharp pains where the port area is. Can anyone tell me if that is common and if so how long does it usually last?