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Ok... Not sure where you got these statistics, but that is not true. I assure you people are losing more than 25 pounds after going through surgery. I just had my surgery six days ago and I have dropped twelve pounds. Now... the Lap-Band is a tool to help you lose weight. It's not a quick fix and you have work the band to make it work for you. I would suggest that you do some more research, talk more with your doctor and read the success stories on this board before you make your final decision. Good luck and I hope you find the best solution for you.

I found my answer to a personal blender. Oster makes an attachment accessory that fits most of their blenders. It's called the Oster Blend n' Go 7 piece Smoothie Kit, $12.96 at Wal-mart and Amazon. It works just like the bullet, same idea, and I already have a blender with a stronger motor. One less gadget to clutter the counter and I have $47 in my pocket!

Good Lord above, I have now heard it all! I would never consider such a thing. I'm a newbie, not even banded yet, but DIY medical procedures sounds like a bad idea to me. I'm going to let the professionals handle that. Would you consider doing your own plumbing in a house you were building, or would you get a real plumber?!? Same idea, only this is your one and only body!

Does anyone have any information on the updated AP band? I don't know what AP means. I just heard there is this updated band. Is this something I better check into before my May 24 surgery?

I don't know the answers, but my friend seems to have settled in a comfortable place for her and if she is happy, that's what really matters.

The only experience I have had knowing a lesbian with weight issues was always a quandry to me. She was extremely overweight, never dated or had much to do with any men. She lost 100 pounds through diet and exercise, met and dated a man for over a year, started gaining weight again. They broke up and now she has come out of the closet and is in a relationship with another overweight woman. Was she always gay? Or, has she just given up on men and turned to more weight forgiving women for love and companionship? So, could there a group of women who might not really be gay, but would rather be in a psuedo-lesbian relationship, albeit not the ideal situation, than alone? Something I have always wondered about.

Hi Crabcake, I'm a fellow Alabamian, I saw you on the Alabama support group thread. BTW, I love your name! I just bought some one cup and 4 ounce snack size cups with lids in the baby department at Target in Birmingham. I'm sure Wal-mart would have them as well. I'm getting banded on May 24. I'm so excited and a little nervous! I'm just trying to get prepared and thought those snack cups would be a good idea too.

Hi, I'm new here. I just got my surgery date, May 24, with Dr. Richard Stahl at Shelby Baptist. I am so excited and terrified at the same time! I would like to join the Birmingham support group, if you'll have me and look forward to meeting my fellow bandmates. I also would love any tips or advice anyone wants to pass along. Thanks!