Butterflybaby

He will be my Dr as well. How is his bed side manner? Is he gentle?

That's awesome!! Are you taking time off from work? Who was your Dr?

Hi, I'll be getting my band through True Results in S.A. too! I won't be able to get it until Jan '13. I believe Dr. Benevides will be my dr. How much longer until your surgery?

What is plication?

@Floridays, mom is just worried I won't get enough nurishment.

I've not been banded yet...looking to get banded in Jan 2013.

My mom is not on board with me being banded. She thinks I'll loose any baby my husband & I get pregnant with. Has anyone been able to get pregnant successfully after being banded? What precautions will my doctors take to insure my future baby is safe?

You guys are awesome!! Thank you! I like that comment about doing it for me...that makes since that it will be my problem and not theirs.

Sorry, didn't finish...I have my first nutrition visit Oct 2, my psych evaluate on Nov. 9 - my insurance is going to pay half...I'm curious and excited, nervous and impatient...any words of advise?

Hi, I'm starting this journey with very little support from my family. I was wondering if those of you that have been banded have any advise, not just on rallying my family, but what to expect in the coming months. I a

I too recently decided to go this route - I had my first appointment yesterday. I am totally excited!! I cannot wait until Dec!!