Anybody had or doing Lap-Band??

I have some brief questions. Can you give me any do's or don'ts for post-op? I am preparing myself for little bites and lots or yougart but still a little scared, I hate throwing up. Any Pos or even Negatives about the surgery? Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, Katie

Hello, I'm doing the lap band on 7/19/04.From what I have learned is this; you will throw up when you; 1) eat to fast, 2) when you don't chew your food thoroughly, 3)some meats may not agree with you after your surgery. There is a lap band message board, go there it's very informative.

Hi Katie, Definitely check out the lap band forum (under Communities, then scroll down to find it). My husband is 9 days post op and my surgery date is July 7. He was on clear liquids for a few days - he couldnt really handle anything too "sugary". His doctor said it would be ok to go to the full liquid/protein diet a few days early. He also has used a pepcid chewable to help with the acid. Just remember to sip slowly and eat slowly - your band will tell you when you're full He is taking in 4-6 oz at a time right now, so we bought a few extra measuring cups to have handy Feel free to e-mail me if you want, but I think you'll find the lap band forum very informative! Amy surgery scheduled 7/7/04