Hello!

I am new to this forum and to the Lap-Band. I also am not real familiar with or adept at social networking. That said, I do recognize that I could use the extra information and support that this platform can provide.

I have been overweight my entire life and many years ago reached a place of "size acceptance". For me that meant loving who I am, regardless of my physical appearance. I have not let my weight hold me back from getting what I want in life and being the best "me" that I can be. Once I reached that point I at least stopped gaining and riding the roller-coaster of diets. So here I am - having made the tough decision to have a lap-band. I still honor who I am, but want to get away from the medications and other health issues that my weight brings with it. My husband and I are doing it together so that we can both make the life-style changes and support one another.

I live in Montana so there is not ready access to face to face support groups. In fact we are 3 hours away from our surgeon. I welcome the addition of this group on my journey to a new me. Already I have found a lot of helpful information.

Thanks for being here! May I be able to contribute to the positive journey of others as we travel this road together.

Welcome Kimberly!

You will find lots of information and support here. It's a great group of friends. Read the posts and ask any questions you may have. We are here for you.

Good luck on your journey.

Nice to meet you Kimberley and welcome to LBT!

Welcome and best wishes on your journey!

Welcome to the forum! Happy to meet you! Don't be afraid, we don 't bite... Well not often anyhow!