megamomnj 334 Posted November 9, 2012 I was just banded on Tuesday. Feeling good except the gas pains but I can live with them. This is a lot easier than my two c-sections! Question though: I am not really hungry. I have been sipping Water or Decaf tea all day. I have three four once Protein shakes today and a little bit of broth. Is this enough? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bdlugosz1 4 Posted November 9, 2012 According to my drs instructions I am supposed to be drinking a minimum of 48-64 ounces daily. I was banded yesterday. You don't want to get dehydrated. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
amcolling 4 Posted November 9, 2012 I only had sugar free Popsicles and Water. You barely need anything the first week and you won't be hungry for a long time- that's all normal. I just had surgery on Oct 29th Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
acoleman380 23 Posted November 9, 2012 I had surgery yesterday 11/8 and today is much better than yesterday. Yesterday the gas pains were HORRIBLE and they were in my neck and shoulders and I felt awful. Today they are gone in that area but I do have some in my stomach area. I started drinking my Protein Shakes today but can only drink about 3-4 sips before I start to feel full and uncomfortable. I also have lots of rumbling in my tummy followed by a gas pain, Hopefully we will all start feeling better soon. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
amcolling 4 Posted November 9, 2012 I can't stand Protein shakes- I never drank them. Try gas-x and walking as much as possible. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
amcolling 4 Posted November 9, 2012 I can't stand Protein shakes- I never drank them. Try gas-x and walking as much as possible. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bonmah77 20 Posted November 9, 2012 I was banded yesterday too, and forced myself to get up twice the day of surgery and it made a really big difference. But I was dehydrated even with the intravenous Fluid, Once they upped the amount of fluids, it made such a difference. Good luck, and walking does make you feel better. Bonnie Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
talkalot1981 5 Posted November 9, 2012 I'm 3 years banded and when I get really hungry I have the gas pains in my shoulder still. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CHEZNOEL 4,061 Posted November 10, 2012 Congrats on you new band! There are a lot of Protein Shakes, including the ones you make yourself. Don't write them off too quickly. You will need them to keep you Protein levels up at first! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
