Hi everyone,

My name is Rachel, I had my surgery on September 25, 2006 and I was searching the web for fellow bandees! I live in Phoenix, AZ but I am origanally from Canada. I just wanted to hear about others experiences with the band and get and share some tips. Looking forward to chatting with you all!

hi, I have not been banded yet, a few more weeks for me, but how is it going for you?

Great so far, it was hard at first, the first couple of weeks suck, the diet is really restrictive at first but now I can eat ok. I started at 302 and as of today I am 266. Feel great. When are you thinking of having it done?

my date is December 4th! I can't wait.

Good luck! I think it is the best thing I have ever done for my self! It is a little tough getting used to 1/2 cup portions but you get so full it is ok it just looks like you're going to starve when you look at your plate!

it will be like when I am pregnant, the only way i lose weight, I am full after a full bites and hardly ever hungry. we never went out to dinner because it was a waste for me, and if we did i just took a few bites of my husbands plate. This is going to be so great!

My husband and I only order I entree now! it is awesome because we save so much money! Gotta go. Take Care!

Hi,

I am seriously considering the lap band. I have not heard too many negetive things about it so that's good.

I live in Vancouver and wondering if anyone had any suggestions as to where to go.

Thanks.

I have not had the lap band surgery done as of yet. I am doing some research. I am a little scared however, I have to weigh my options. My Dr. told me I am borderline high cholestoral, high blood pressure and getting to be diabetic. So I guess the option is simple. The only thing is I have lupus with kidney involement which I feel is a double whammy however, if I have this done and i loose weight maybe it will help my lupus and kidneys. Any suggestions?

Hi, Dollybird. I was banded on Oct. 13th by Dr. Wai Leung in Surrey (close for you) 581-2515. To date, I have lost just under 50 lbs. Do it! You know, I called his office the end of June last year and here I am already banded!

$13,000 inclusive; cheaper if you don't have to stay overnight in the hospital.

I am super happy thus far.

Kat.