I have been reading post for a few weeks. This is a GREAT site! I really need the kind of encouragement that everyone gives. I think that the band is a great tool and that it's really what I need. I met with a surgeon a few days ago and he's really great.

I really am excited about the weight loss and health benefits but I'm scared. What if I can't do it? I know it is about changing habits, but I thought I had done that before only to fall back into the same routine. I do tend to think about things too much. Right now I have to do a 6 month Dr. supervised thing for my ins. so I have too much time to think. If anyone can help, I'd appreciate it. :nervous

Welcome to LBT!! You are right this is a great site!! I have had any question I had answered, awesome support, and made very special friends.

Yes, we have all changed our habits for short term success' before, only to regain our weight usually plus a few extra pounds as well. However as I am sure you have heard, this tool, the band, makes life so much easier!!! I am satisfied with less food, do not have the actual hunger as badly as I used to. I just feel a level of control I never had pre band. I have only had one fill, and I have minor restriction...I can still eat way more than I know I should, that is what I am trying to work on!!! I do have restriction tho, in the morning I am tighter, and have to be VERY careful with my bite size and how much I chew.

I do not know how much you have to lose, and whether losing any over the 6 month program will cause you to be close to BMI requirements or not. I would do what the Dr. and ins. require, but also try to teach yourself to eat like a bandster. No liquids with your meal, wait an hour after to drink. Chew, chew, chew! Eat a balanced diet, but load your stomach with protein first, working to where the carbs/ sweets are the last things, and then when you are banded, you likely will not be able to fit them in!!! And in the meantime, hang out here, ask questions, learn all you can. Research everything! Go in well prepared! I was told to imagine you are making these decisions for your Mom, or sister, or daughter....because YOU are just as important to them as they are to you, and they want you to make the best choices! If there is anything I can answer for you I would be glad to...most everyone will be! Good Luck to you...the 6 months will pass quickly!

Kat

Thanks Kat! I'm starting out at 275 and would like to go to 150-160. I feel like I can do this, especially with the help of this board! Thank God I found this site.