Hi Sonya! Move around and do bend overs at the waist. Sometime walking about. And some Gas Ex always helps. I remember my one week out. It was a very interesting time. Remember every day you will feel stronger and better! I hope you are doing well. Hugs Angel J

Laura, Did your surgeon say why he feels you should have RNY instead of the Lap Band? Donna A.

HI I am almost one week. Just battle the stomach feeling like its going to explode. I am told it's gas..any suggestions?

Hello, my name is Tara, I am just starting my pre-lims with Cedar-Sanai in los angeles California my insurance is blue-cross Plus. I am still undecided as to which procedure, however the one I think I want is the VBG, however oddly, some people in this filled never even heard of it or they explain that " OH, KNOW ONE EVEN DOES THAT ANYMORE, SINCE IT HAS THE WORST SUCCESS RATE,". So, I'm trying to find out if any of you know of a doctor that does in my area I'd be more than grateful to hear from you. Someone has to still perform it, after all, there's always new post availible on this site.

Wow! Thats great Mark ! Good job! I love that you have Golden Retreivers to! Aren't they special creatures! Be proud of your achievement... you earned it. Hugs Angel J