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Hi Everyone,

My name is Becky, Im 23 yrs old, 5'7 and 329. Ive researched the lap band going on 2 years now and well I am beyond ready to make a change! i have alot of health problems going on and my weight makes them all worst! I have previous injuries as well as high blood pressure with being border line diabetic. I started my process for the lap band techincally about 2 weeks ago and should be set up for surgery come mid-the end of June! my doctor is so relieved that i finally made my step since my health has been going down hill for awhile now. I wish i could say i have a great support system from my own family but they cant seem to realize that i am beyond serious and ready to go! My husband and in laws though are with me every step of the way! I am so ready to be able to run and play with my kids without being out of breathe and tired! Looking for alot of encouragment and in sight here!

-Becky

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Welcome Becky! I'm 22 and was banded 10 days ago. I figure it is best to do this while we are young. There are going to be ups and downs, but it feels so good to be taking control of my life for a change. You'll find lots of great tips and support here.

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Congrats on making the decision. I wish I had taken care of my weight when I was your age. I'm now 40 and decided I can't wait anymore, so I'm being banded Monday. This board has been great for information and support. Keep us posted on how things go.

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Thanks Ladies! I just got surgery date of the 18th and i am so excited! i am now on the diert before and well yesterday was rocky but today i feel alot better about it!! I am so excited for all the support on here and as well from my husband!!!

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Hi Becky, I'm Lupe and I'm 31. I have been over Weight since I can remember. At first as a child I was super thin. I hit puberty it all went down hill. Im going to be band on the 19th. please let me know how are you doing. I am excited and scared at the same time. I hope you're good looking.

Lu

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Hi there, Good luck and I wish you the best on your journey! I am 31 and been banded for 7 months now. I will give you all the support you need! Have a great one

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Thanks ladies !!' the diet has been kind hard so far. I'm down to 90% liquid but I know tomorrow I really need to be strictly liquid!

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Keep your chin up you got this!

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I do so well durning the day then Ike right now I am starving!! So I eat something small. I feel like im not just cheating but cheatin myself!!!! Ugh

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Its really hard to not feel hungry hang in there it will change....it sounds like your doing a great job

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The liquid diet is the hardest part. It was hell for me too, physically and mentally. Trust me it gets better. Don't allow yourself to bend the rules. You can do this!

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