Hello, everyone...I really need some serious imput on this one...I am due to have surgery one week from tomorrow on 11/20...And I have been extremely emotional to which I am sure is very normal but what keep going through my mind is am I really going to be happy after lapband...I mean my weight effects so many different parts of my life, mainly because I let it, but it still does and I think that if I am successful with the weight loss I will be happy and can do all the things I want and will be healthy and feel better but I just want opinions from others..Did the lapband change your life in the ways you thought it would...Or was it better or worse....Please feel free to get into detail, I know everyone is differnt but I just would like a glimpse of what could possibly be lying ahead for me...Thanks

Thanks for your reply...Yes, I know the physchological stuff doesnt go away and you have to do that on your own...I have just admitted out loud that I have a problem a year ago and have been in therapy

Congratulations on going to therapy. I know that's a big step and takes A LOT of courage. The help of a good therapist is more beneficial than most people realize. Keep up the good work!

The weight loss as a result of being banded has dramatically changed my life. My attitude towards so much in my life has changed. My overall appearance, not just the weight loss, has changed. I enjoy being a busy business woman, before the weight loss it was difficult to do a lot of things so I dreaded certain aspects of my job.....like serving in my restaurant...it was a very tight squeeze between chairs to serve my customers...now its not.

I breath easier, I climb stairs carrying a basket of laundry and don't have to stop to catch my breath, I sleep better, personal hygiene when using the loo is much much easier...its normal. Sex is great, I'm a lot less inhibitted and no longer self conscious. I like to shop for clothes now and experiment with new styles, hair, and makeup.....I didn't care before.

I love my band, I wish I had known about this option a long time ago.

Carol

Yes its made my life better and I m only half way through. Lots of the same reasons above apply here.

Just one more,, I can wear cute shoes again!!