I thought for over a year about getting lap band. I finally went through with it...paid 10 grand out of pocket, and now I don't want it. I see my husband and son eating whatever they please, and I can't. I saw them eating burgers today and I broke down crying and locked myself in the bathroom. Is being thin really worth this crap???

I just don't want it anymore....

I am supposed to be happy about this life change, but all I feel is depression....

I dont know how far along you are but if you are just in the post op diet stage all I can say is hang in there. I know this is tough, This is the worst and hardest part. After you get past that though you can eat whatever you want. I eat burgers. I eat pizza. I just dont need or want to eat as much. I promise you this part will pass and things will be normal again.

PLEASE hang in there !!

When were you banded?

I can eat anything except rice and apple skins.

It does get better. Remember to take tiny bites and make sure you finish what you have in your mouth before you take your next bite. Have you talked to your doctor?

Have you been able to talk any other bandsters in person or on the phone?

Tom, Toronto

Banded July 6 06

Wt. Loss: 156 lbs