Hi, I had surgery on 09/09/09 also!  I am feeling great, trying to get more exercise in, walked 2 miles today, and going to try to do that every day.  I am having no problem with food, infact I think I've been eating too much, so I am going to cut it way down, I don't want to stretch my pouch!  I hope all my fellow 999ers are doing well too.

I would think it would be included w/ having the lap band.  Each plan differs, I suggest you calling Aetna directly and asking one of their associates.

Welcome home and am glad you're feeling well.  Just take it slow and and each day you'll find you are stronger.  You will eventually be able to get all the fluids in, but for now just remember sip, sip and sip, and walk.   

I came home wednesday morning and today is the best day day yet.  I am not doing too well so far as far as getting the water or protein in, but I am working on it.  I hope you are doing well today also!

Karen

I am not sure how you are feeling as I feel fine drinking water.  Well that isn't true, my water has to be ice cold or it tastes gross.....

I saw other members suggest putting a little lemon in your water and it might settle w/ your stomach a little better.

Hope that helps