banded on 06.26.08

got banded on 06.26.08, having some issues with gas.  occasionally feel the lump in my chest.  on liquids only, feeling hungry already.  can i begin on soft foods (i.e.baby foods) or is it too soon?...first time here!

congrats! I was also banded that day and my doctor says only liquids for 2 weeks so it can heal properly into place- i think it depends on your surgeon. Good luck!

Yes depends on surgeon and on how much weight you need to lose.

Hi! I am new here. Getting all of my pre-surgery stuff done, to hopefully be approved by my insurance company.  So excited for you guys! Congrats on the beginning of such an amazing journey. I have a question. I have 2 small children. How long do you think I will need to have someone come and help? My parents and in-laws live in another state. They both want to come help after surgery. Thanks so much!

Hi - I just got banded on June 27th! I have two small children also (3 1/2  and 1 1/2 ) and my doctor said I can't do any lifting for 6 weeks. It seems impossible, but I am definately going to try do follow the rules so I don't hurt myself or the band. My husband took the week after the surgery (this week) off from work, and lucky for me he is a computer geek who works from home. So he will be able to help with lifting into high chairs and onto the changing table and stuff. I would take advantage of all the help I could get if I were you. Maybe you can stagger the parents, and inlaws, and maybe your husband can take a few days off from work here and there. Good Luck, Deb

My doc told me only clear liquids the first two weeks, then after my 2 week post-op I can try baby food puree kind of things... then at my 1month post-op I may try solids....  I think each doctor is different.

thanks for your replies.  i am eating creamed soups and it has helped with my wanting salty foods but would love some variety though.  See my doc on July 8, lets see what he gives me permission to eat then.  will try oatmeal in the meanwhile, altough im somewhat impatient i also want to do this right, no need to rush right?  i know i need to be patient and im trying, i think its gotten easier since i reminded myself its just for a while. its been a week and a day and i already feel so much better, thanks again.