Hey everyone my name is shannon I am 25 I have 4 kids I am 224 pounds I'm 5'4 I am on I have done all 6 appointments.I am so scared so many people have told me the band is bad but in my heart I know it is what I want

The people that told you that the band was bad are banded? If they are not then they do not have the experience to advise you.

I was banded 10/5 and love it. I feel normal. I am living a healthier me and the results are remarkable.

Trust your team of experts to guide you and FOLLOW THEIR INSTRUCTIONS TO A T!

Have any of these people actually had the surgery? Or is it all urban legend I heard it from someone's father's sister's brother? I've never regretted having surgery and I'm 2 and a half years out. For some of us this is the life line. No 1 else has to live in your body so no 1 else gets a vote!

Best of luck to you on your journey. I have learned that hearsay is just that.... Unless someone is paying my bills I may consider their opinion but ultimately I will. Make the right decision for me,

I was going to get the sleeve.I went on jan 10 to get my surgery date and at last minute and now have to do my teaching class again so now I go on jan 14 for the class then I will meet with my doctor so he can submit everything to my insurance after that I will get my date

The band has changed my life.. it's the best thing I've ever done for myself.

I have no regrets at all.

Tom, Toronto

Banded July 6 06

Wt. Loss: 156 lbs

Hey everyone my name is shannon I am 25 I have 4 kids I am 224 pounds I'm 5'4 I am on I have done all 6 appointments.I am so scared so many people have told me the band is bad but in my heart I know it is what I want

You are the only one that can make the "right" decision for you. I have been back and forth for the last year now and I feel the pros completely out weigh the cons. It will be the best decision I have made for myself I am sure of it, and I have made a lot of bad decisions on my day, lol, but this is one of the best

Good Luck

Thanks.....I am going to get the band!! Lol I am from philly I am having my band done at temple university I would love to fine someone near me so we can be friends and go to the gym together

Shannon,

You do it girl! It takes a lot to go through all 6 appointments. I did as well, and know what it is like to wait for it to happen. Go with what you think is right! It's your journey girl! Go wherever it take you and hopefully it's to band-land. Cheers