amyknecht

Beachgirl, you might not be eating enough calories. If you do not get enough, your body will go into starvation mode and hold onto everything including fat. Maybe add in calories with an extra snack like some applesauce or a sugar free snack. Just food for thought.

I had this pain as well, walking seemed to help. The more I moved, the better I felt. With the heating pad, you might try ice. Good luck to you!

Hello all! Today makes one week from surgery! WOOHOO!! How is everyone doing? I feel great, I am eating mushy and progressing into more solid foods. My new favorite is instant mashed potatoes. I mix in unflavord Protein, that way I get the protein and I don't even taste it. Has anyone had trouble with heartburn or indigestion? I cannot tell if that means I didn't chew good enough and something is stuck or if it has to do with too much to fast? Some are talking about Protein drinks, I like the chocolate unjury mixed with milk. It is just an 8 ox shrink and it tastes really good. My cousin told me about a graham cracker flavored protein....wonder what that tastes like? Amy

Hello Ladies, I was also just banded on 8/30/12. I am home and adjusting well. I actually almost went back to work today, but I decided I better take a few days to really get rested so I don't risk hurting myself. I am on mushy foods and doing quite well. I am not sure how to tell if I am really full or not. I know that seems strange, but it is true. I get really belchy and that is what makes me stop eating, not the food itself. I have not had a fill yet so that is probably part of the issue. Looking forward to discovering the new us with all of you.