Hi Christina, I was banded on Thursday 2/10/06 also. Does that make us bonded somehow it'd be nice to have someone on the same journey at the same time to talk to. I'm also experiencing bloating and noises but also pain under my ribcage and left shoulder not to mention wound pain but I'm sure this will lessen with time,I hope.Having trouble finding things to eat or should I say drink? but have"nt been that ravenous so far.Can anyone tell me how much on average ou lose in 1st month, too much would not be good mice to meet you all and look forward to lots of mutual support I tink we'll need it. banded Barbara