New Bander Needs a Buddy

[bkchick88 66]

I'm two days post surgery with my band and looking for a band buddy. I could really use some encouragement with this lifestyle. I'm looking forward to feeling "normal" again when the pain from surgery stops and living a normal life begins. How long does it take for your insides to feel good again?

[Bandista 7,466]

Hi there, the first few days can be difficult. For me the walking really helped -- walking, napping, drinking Water. Or tea in my case. And I sure loved my Popsicles during this time. I didn't use pain medication, but if you are be sure to look out for Constipation -- or just not being fully in your body. You will have your turnaround day soon. In electing weight loss surgery you have done a powerful thing -- saddle up for an amazing 2015!

[bkchick88 66]

Thanks, Bandista. I nap a ton and still use liquid ibuprofen/acetaminophen. I can't stand the taste of the other pain medication. Lots of Popsicles for sure. I keep smelling wonderful food in my house while my family eats, and my brain wants me to eat right along with them. I think once I'm off this liquid diet, life will be so much more enjoyable.

[Jugido64 78]

It took me about a month to feel "normal" as opposed to painful, odd, unsure. I'm 3 1/2 months post band and it's getting so much easier. My first 3 days were spent quietly contemplating my life choice...followed by returning to work the 4th day after banding. I still use Protein drinks/protein bars if I'm in a hurry or if I'm not following a reasonable eating plan. You'll figure out what's healthy as you go along. I don't eat chips, or bread of any kind. I have had a spicy tostada with Beans, cheese, tomatoes and hot sauce. It's taken me 3 months to be able to do that. I also don't eat potatoes, rice or Pasta as it's useless food. I'm into albacore tuna, chicken breast tenders, salmon and dungeness crab. Salads with mainly romaine lettuce and vinegarette. Boring perhaps but it surely beats the horrible feeling of being bloated from eating as a food addict does.

Edited January 1, 2015 by Jugido64