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Good luck to both laughnleo and btabak76 on your new journey tomorrow it will be fine.

I picked my goal weight and discussed it with my doctor. I chose a weight I felt I could maintain and one that was right for my height.

I can totally relate to you I also started at 5'2 225 and many people told me the same thing " I would have never guessed you were that heavy you don't look it" but as we all know being morbidly obese isn't healthy and many complications can occur. So now that I am 1 1/2 into my surgery it was the best decision I made for myself it was never about those who couldn't see it because I knew how I was feeling and looked like not to mention the diabetes and high blood pressure. So I am proud of you to know what is best for you and ignore those who don't. You will love your band.

As you go through this journey you will begin to learn your new body it will tell you when it is time for a fill. Myself I know when I start snacking and can eat more than I cup of food.

Please don't feel that you are a failure for getting this surgery it's a journey you have chosen to open you to a new healthy lifestyle. As for your brother ask him to respect your decision to better yourself no matter how you go about it. Don't be sad because it's the best thing you could do for yourself. Losing weight the normal way doesn't always work it didn't for me and it's ok to have help along the way. Be healthy and strong in your decision and find positive support. Good Luck

Try to relax and enjoy the ride. The first few weeks might be a challenge but it does get easier follow your docs recommendations and all will be fine. Good luck

Give your body a chance to adjust and heal. Things will get better in time but it is also important that you stay in a positive mind state for your healing. We have all been through it remember it's a new day for you and you want to reach the goal you have set for yourself.

Sometimes it takes longer to get back to your normal diet. I know from my own experience my last fill I wasn't able to really eat for about 7 days. If things don't get better for you please check back with your doc take things slow our bands can be tricky at times.

Hey Trish, I had the same problem after surgery my hair thinned out so much I looked like I was balding...lol my doctor told me that hair loss is common within the first six months after surgery. He suggested I use Biotin and thankfully it help. The hair loss is a short term shock my hair is back to normal now check in your health food stores and vitamin stores and make sure your diet is meeting the protein dosage. good luck

I am waiting for the next annoucement. You are so right sometimes people just don't think....lol

I also have tricare and was approved by being 100lbs overweight and with added co-morbitities which were hypertension and borderline diabetes check with tricare for details good luck

Hi Tracie I also decided on the lapband because the GB was definitely to invasive for me. The rerouting of my organs truly scared me. I also know someone who got the GB and she is putting weight back on. With the LB it is a slower WLS process but by far its been a better choice for me. Good Luck hopefully I have been of some help.

Hey Kiposa: Everything you are feeling is normal!!! You will be so excited once its all over. I feel its only natural to be worried to some extent but you will be fine. I was banded in Dec'07 and it was the best thing I could've done for myself. Good Luck

Hey Mick please don't get caught up in view points of society. You have to believe in yourself that this surgery was not performed due to any failure on your part. You are just as worthy as the next person to have medical care regardless what it is. This surgery has allowed you to be reborn to a new life style and a new you. I hope you will love yourself and be proud of the steps you have taken to a healthier way of life.

Hi Mick welcome the world of bandster I hope your recovery will now go alittle smoother things will get better with each passing day. Congratulations wishing you well.