My name is Sakoia I am 28 years old, I weigh 262 pounds and I live in the Milwaukee,WI area. On June 30th at an office vist with my pcp I decided to move forward to have LapBand surgery. By having this surgery I know I no longer have to deal with low self-esteem, high blood pressure, depression/anxiety, and other health complications i've faced over time. My weight gain started in 2005 after being in an abusive relationship and being a single mother. But I am now have three beautiful girls and a loving, supportive husband of three years. I now want to move forward in my life by dropping the baggage/weight and be the Sakoia thats trapped inside. I found this community after searching for info on the procedure and I know I will meet postive supporters and find motivition on this journey. I have so many questions about the rules, excerise, excessive skin, the mental change, and much more. I hope to soon find a mentor/buddie that could help me along the way too.

Thanks

Sakoia

Hi hun-

Congratulations on turning your life around and your decision to become a healthier person. While weight loss will help you become healthier it is definately not easy, lap band or not. It will help you feel better and MAY improve your self esteem, blood pressure, etc. This is a wonderful forum to make friends and gain support from people just like you . I was banded in Fort Atkinson, just down the road from you on March 20 this year and have lost 52 pounds so far. I LOVE MY BAND! Good luck!