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Hey everyone! I am going in at 11am on 10/5/12 to get banded. I've never had surgery before, so please fill me in on what to expect with the whole experience, and any tips. I really appreciate it! LBT has been a lifesaver thus far!

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Awww!!!! I sooooo needed to read this tonight! I'm getting my band on THURSDAY~~October 11th!!! Yipppeee! I have spent all night watching youtube videos of folks who have been through it and their progress. It makes me really glad that I have decided to do this. Praying for you and all things going well!!!!

Awww!!!! I sooooo needed to read this tonight! I'm getting my band on THURSDAY~~October 11th!!! Yipppeee! I have spent all night watching youtube videos of folks who have been through it and their progress. It makes me really glad that I have decided to do this. Praying for you and all things going well!!!!

Good luck tomorrow you are n my prayers

Wow, thank you so much for sharing! I'm getting close to finishing my requirements & I am so nervous!

Thank You, Cupkeezy!

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