Need Lap Band Buddy / Mentor Stretching

[JudyLynn 0]

I have been banded since 4/7 and I think I have already made some mistakes. I am most concerned about stretching. I have experienced discomfort but thought it was result of just doing without pain meds, but after reading posts, I am worried.

My question is, how does the stomach return to a smaller size? I am going for my follow-up surgery appt early this evening and plan to ask.

I know I have been consuming too much, too frequently especially after looking at posts. I thought I was ready for this, but I guess there is more to the psychological part of this (not unexpected, just hard).

[buterkup 0]

Hi JudyLynn,

I was banded on 4/7 too! I am feeling the same way you are.... eating too much and worried that I have already stretched my pouch. The psychological part is the worst. I do feel a little restriction, but have not been listening to my body like I should and stop eating. I just wanted to let you know that you are not alone.

What did they say at your follow-up appt?

Shelly