ElliMAMA

I struggled with my weight since early childhood...suffered as an obese teen and young adult. Lost weight and yo-yo'd on many diets including extremely restrictive bariatric diets. Changed my major to Health and Exercise Science. Became a fitness instructor.  Lost 90 lbs and gained most of it back.  Researched gastric bypass for many years, finally stumbled onto the band.  I was tired of struggling, so I decided that I needed the band.  Insurance wouldnt cover it, so my dad paid out of pocket for it.  I jumped into it prematurely, in retrospect. Have had several prolapses, complications... I did lose a lot of weight and reached my lowest weight ever, achieving a size 4. (Started at size 22) I IMMEDIATLEY got pregnant and now I have a beautiful daughter.  Got my band completely unfilled when I found out I was pregnant. Gained 60 lbs!  Got it filled 3 months after she was born.  Struggling with pain...heartburn....regretting my decision to get the band, especially since I don't have insurance and no money to pay to be seen. Its 250 just to have a fill/unfill, and i am not working, spouse was layed off.  Need help.