Hi everyone I've been lurking around for a week or so, and I thought I'd take the opportunity to introduce myself.

I live in Brisbane, I'm 34 and I have my surgery booked for May with Dr Blair Bowden.

I've been thinking about being banded on and off for about 5 years, but I never seemed to be in the "right place" emotionally, financially or physically. In the past year or so everything has slowly fallen into place and I'm ready.

Even in the short time I've been reading here - I've learnt so much and feel so much stronger and more prepared for what lies before me.

Thank you all! It's good to be here.

Hey and welcome:)

goodluck on taking that wonderful journey as it is a very hard decision to make.

Come and chat in the chat thread:)

hiya and welcome i know what you mean as i think most of us would food is oops was a big part of my life too

Good luck with your op

Yvonne

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