Can't Sleep!! 1 Wk Post Op

[Oh-la-la 4]

Hi all, I was banded on Aug. 1 so far it's been good, I guess, Since I dont have X-ray vision. I'm really having trouble with sleep positions. I'm a stomach sleeper but I know I can't do this how are others sleeping? I tried sleeping on my back on my bed and felt discomfort from left side is this normal? I have sleeping on the couch elevated. So ready for my bed thou!

[Nnrush 2]

I also sleep on my tummy what I did was put a pillow on my belly and then slept on my side. Hope that helps.

[PattyGirl66 1,243]

I am a tummy sleeper too! It took 5 days post-op to get on my stomache to sleep, even now I am tender and sore. Every passing day gets a little bit better.

[RIYAHSMOMMY 9]

I had my surgery on 7/30 and by day 4 I was able to sleep on my stomach with no problems.

[cmk99 39]

I too sleep on my stomach, I have been putting a pillow on my stomach and laying on that half on my side half on my stomach.

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[Oh-la-la 4]

I tried sleeping on my right side and its's felt like the band and port shift with my body. I was scared the could detach. Is that possible? My tummy looked a little more swollen after that.

[kll724 3,055]

No, don't think you will do any harm sleeping on your side. If you do, then maybe your port is not attached well! Anyway, it is quite normal to have trouble getting comfortable, as others have said, try putting a pillow on your side and rolling toward it. Best wishes for some sleep. Karen

[Oh-la-la 4]

Thank you for your help everyone I feel more reassured.