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Hi Susan! Welcome. I'm new here too. I have my desire appointment on 11/1 to start my journey. Like you, I was worried about what I will and be able to eat; however when I think long and hard thinking about what to eat is what got me here. Lol. I don't have issues with "bad" eating, I just like to eat.....a lot!! I need something to restrict my intake. Stick around and read lots of forums. Thera tons of great info out here. Beware of the band haters though. The fact that you're here and thinking about it again means you'll do it. :-) Much Love ~ Starfish Sent from my iPhone using LapBandTalk

Thanks you guys!! I feel better now. :-) Sent from my iPhone using LapBandTalk

I think upon your next open enrollment you need to change insurance plans. I know it's heartbreaking but you're already in the right mindset to start your weight loss journey. Hang in there! Sent from my iPhone using LapBandTalk

I just love love love LOVE your mindset!!! That's awesome!!! You're an inspiration!!! Sent from my iPhone using LapBandTalk

I'm with you on the journey start. Don't let the 6 months discourage you. It'll go by fast. This is great forum for awesome support and advice. Good luck to you !! Sent from my iPhone using LapBandTalk

Good job. Welcome and congrats! Sent from my iPhone using LapBandTalk

Best Wishes and God Bless!!! Sent from my iPhone using LapBandTalk

Greetings Everyone, I found this app/forum while searching for info on the lap band procedure. I've read a lot of stories on here good and bad. I'm here because a year ago I complained to my doctor about not being able to lose weight. He suggested the lap band surgery and I simply looked at him crossed eyed. Lol! Well last month I had my yearly visit and the same complaint with 10 extra pounds...this time when he mentioned it I did not roll my eyes...I gave serious thought. I've always been active but since the birth of my daughter (16 yrs ago) I've been in the struggle with this eating and binging. I'm 5'10" and weigh 285. (I will only share that on here for no fear of judgement) I have felt the slow onset of joint pain, back pain, heavy breathing after the stairs, fitting room disasters, tears, depression, lack of libido, the list goes on....I'm tired y'all....real tired. Therefore my activity is decreasing because I can't do a good work out for the pain. I had my seminar this past weekend, a support group coming up on Thursday and an appointment with my surgeon in 11/1/13. I am seriously considering this because I am at my wits end. A once sexy diva is no longer that and I want it back! I am still in serious thought of trying to do this without the band but if could have I would have. I need the help of not eating. Something has to stop me. Since I can't stop myself maybe the band can. Sorry for the rant. Thanks for reading. Any encouragement will be gladly accepted. Much love in life.

Keyword!!! NURSE!! You know better. You've got to discipline yourself. Pack a lunch and a bunch of healthy Snacks. You are not "regular" anymore. Don't give in to the foolishness of eating wrong because it's quick. You can change that by quickly going into your bad if healthy snacks for a quick fix. Come on Cherway95.....don't bail now. You through all of this for some cheese....and ice cream? Ice cream is for birthday parties. You been to a party? NO! Stop it. Just get back on track. You can do it. :-) Sent from my iPhone using LapBandTalk

Ahhh I see! Yeah that hernia repair is nothing to joke with. Good luck and speedy recovery on that. Keep us updated. Sent from my iPhone using LapBandTalk

I think you may need to "rethink" eating period. It's my understanding that all three procedures are not fix so you can eat whatever and lose weight; you've got to discipline your self to do the right thing. If banding didn't work I'm not sure how another procedure will either. :-( . It seems you are crying out for a different kind help. What are you eating? What's the REAL reason for your set back? Be honest with yourself. Then and only then will you free yourself from the demon called "food". Sent from my iPhone using LapBandTalk

Awesome! I need that. To not be hungry. Have you started exercising yet? Sent from my iPhone using LapBandTalk

Thanks Fee139 ! Please do tell. :-) my first appointment isn't until 11/1/13. I've done the seminar where all 3 procedures were introduced, but I'm only interested in the band. Sent from my iPhone using LapBandTalk

Awesome!!!! ????

I like that, "Onederland". I may borrow that. :-) good job.

Hi everyone! I'm new and just started my journey. I live in Stockbridge, GA. Will you all have me? :-)

Thank you Dylanmiles23. This definitely for ME. I've only told my husband about my probability of having the band. He is very supportive and will be attending my first support group meeting with me.

That's awesome Jesus! you are an inspiration!! Keep up the good work!! And welcome!

Thank you 2muchfun. I have a lot to consider. This is such a permanent move.

You sound like me!! I swear!! I have prayed to not just be hungry. I am hoping that this surgery will help me be on my way. Good luck to you.