I was banded on March 9th and also had hiatal hernia repair. My recovery was great, first 2 days a bit slow but after that was great. I was back to work in a week and had no pain, I can't believe it. I am having a hard time now with eating, just nervous and afraid I will do something wrong. I can have pureed foods (mushy) and am afraid I will over eat. I feel like I am playing the mental game. Anyone else feel that way?