Hello everyone! My name is Jennie and I'm 39 and weigh 257lbs. I just found out yesterday that my insurance will cover me for the lap band this year. I'm so excited and nervous at the same time! I already registered with the bariatric service through my insurance and I have my consultation with True Results on Wed 2/20th. I've already taken the first steps and I have tremendous support from my family, friends and co-workers. I found this app yesterday and have already learned so much from reading all the threads. I know once I have my surgery my life will change forever! I look forward to sharing my story and learning more from all of you! =}

Welcome to the family Jennie, we are a dysfunctional bunch, but we have a common goal, to be fit , and a common tool. the lap band.

Thanks Terry! I'm happy to be here!

I am still kinda new myself but aside from being very informative if the members are dysfunctional then they certainly put the "fun" in it. Welcome!

Hi I am awaiting my insurance company approval. I haven been struggling with my weight for years and ready for this tool to help me keep it off. It has taken time for me to say yes to this program. I wish u much success on you journey.

Welcome to the fam! It's a great tool if you use it right and put forth the effort to be a success. I wish you luck!

Welcome Jennie, and congratulations on the 1st step to your new life! Ditto, dysfunctional family! Karen

Hello. Welcome and congrats! You have a wonderful journey ahead.

Thank you all for the warm welcome and the support! I will update y'all on Wednesday after my consultation.

Hi all. just signed in yesterday. All set for LB 3/11. Dont have much for support an motivation close by. Anyone in Grand Forks N.D.? Looking forward to new way of living. Thanks

I have my first meeting with a lapband surgeon tomorrow. I'm super nervous. I'll be 40 this year and I'm 5'9" and weigh 312 lbs. Thanks to everyone on here...I feel more prepared to speak to the doctor tomorrow. I'll keep everyone in the loop.

Welcome and best wishes!!

Good luck tomorrow Leann!

I watched my seminar online today so tomorrow morning I fax my paperwork to the surgeons office and wait for anxiously for my first appointment.

The bariatric service through my insurance said I don't need a restricted diet but I assume that's at the surgeons discretion. I hear a lot about 3 days to 2 weeks liquid diet I just pray that I can make it through that lol. It's going to be soo hard not drinking anything with my meals especially not drinking coke. That is my weakness but in the long run the reward is so worth it.

I lost both my grandparents when they were in there 50's to diabetes, stoke and a heart attack. I've seen my aunt have a quadruple bypass, lose toes and a leg to diabetes, and my mom lost vision in one of her eyes due to diabetes and has heart failure. I'm a type 2 diabetic and I don't want to have the same fate.

I have a beautiful grandson that I want to live for. He is going to make it worth all of the sacrifices and struggles I am going to face. Because not only do I want to be healthy for me but I want to be around for many more years to watch him grow up.

The surgeons office said it could take up to 3 months for my surgery date but at least I know I've taken the first step. In then mean time I will be here learning from all of you...my new extended family! =}

had my appointment yesterday and was approved today!! Surgery is may 7 but only because I have a vacation booked to Hawaii and wanted to make sure I get there first! I'm so pumped!!!

That's awesome Leanne!

Welcome to the lapband family! So glad you are here. It is hard work and a great tool when used correctly and oh so worth it! I wish you all the best and look forward to hearing about your success. A good support system is so important and I am glad to hear you have it.

God Bless