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My name is Jennifer and I live in the south suburbs of Chicago. I am 36, single with no kids. I started my pre-op all liquid diet on monday may 9th and am scheduled to be banded on may 20th. I am so excited this has been a 5 year process in the making. Just looking for someone who is willing to share the good, bad and ugly about the band, and offer any advice. thanks

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Hi, my name is Amanda. I live about 2 hours north of Chicago. I have not had the surgery yet but should be soon. I just got my insurance approval yesterday. How are you doing since your surgery? I hope everything is going well for you.

My name is Jennifer and I live in the south suburbs of Chicago. I am 36, single with no kids. I started my pre-op all liquid diet on monday may 9th and am scheduled to be banded on may 20th. I am so excited this has been a 5 year process in the making. Just looking for someone who is willing to share the good, bad and ugly about the band, and offer any advice. thanks

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Hey Jennifer, my name is Aja & i live on the west side of Chgo. I'm actually getting banded 2moro the 16th.. so excited.. So u need a buddy looks like u got 2 so far. Hey Amanda....so i'll keep u posted on my surgery & days 2 come. good luck

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Hi! My name is Christine and I live in the Albany, NY area. I can help answer any questions you might have! I was banded a little over 2 years ago, lost 100+ pounds, and reached my goal weight. I've been exactly where you are at! Let me know if you have any questions. You can always email me at Sherazade96@hotmail.com.

Cheers!

Christine

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Hey Christine..well congrats 2 u.. well i just got banded on the 16th..i'm proud to say i'm feeling great already.I have tons of questions..thx for the support...hope 2 chat with u soon

Hi! My name is Christine and I live in the Albany, NY area. I can help answer any questions you might have! I was banded a little over 2 years ago, lost 100+ pounds, and reached my goal weight. I've been exactly where you are at! Let me know if you have any questions. You can always email me at Sherazade96@hotmail.com.

Cheers!

Christine

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