I just got my date! I asked for Jan 16th so I could have a long Martin Luther weekend to recover. I got my date...whoo hoo! I wanted to connect with others for this time frame. So excited can't wait.

Congratulations all you January bandits to be -- I am six weeks out and so happy with my new life. What a great way to begin 2014! Here's to health and happiness.

I've heard so much positive stories and can't wait to be banded in January myself. Keep up the good work everyone

My surgery date is January 14, 2014.

This is a great way to start a new year. I am so excited! Everything is ready to go - I've paid for the procedure, had my physical exam, had 2 dietitian appointments so far, and am starting my pre-op diet on Jan. 1.

I'm in Winnipeg, MB.

Hi Everyone, I will be getting banded on the 10 of January.. I'm excited and nervous all at the same time! Would live to meet and chat with anyone that has any advice!

Ive just had my date through of January 4th. Need to get finance sorted and then we're ready to rock. Can't wait!

I have 90 lbs to lose. I just got my blood work papers, and have the pre-op appt next week on the 27th with my regular physician. It is all coming together nicely.

Got my four sure date today. January 6th 8a.m. Super excited!!! When I have my before surgery appt with my surgeon I am going to make sure he thinks the lap band is best for me & not the sleeve or one of the other WLS. I keep reading so much info on which surgery is the best. So many people have the lapband but then get the sleeve or something else later. Any thoughts on what you all have heard or your physicians opinion?

Hi I'm 33 have two children. Girl , 13 and boy, 12 im getting my band on January 7th 10:30am.

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How much research have you all done? I feel like I still have so many questions but the lapband train is still going full steam ahead.

I know I want this. I know it's the only way to help me get this weight off. I just feel like I need to know more about what to expect afterwards.

From the research reports I have read the rates of slippage and removal can be high after 4/5 years. So clearly complying with the "rules" of the band are essential to success.

I just feel like I don't know enough. Could be time for some more questions to the Doctor...

January 23 1pm. Starting weight 243, age 23, sex Female

Just got my date! Jan 15. Post op diet starts jan 1 here's to new beginnings !

I think this site is a great one to ask questions on & to get answers to your questions but you have to be in the rt forum

Went and met with the surgeon today. Went and got seven viles of blood work done. Just waiting now until the 16th. Everything is done! Yippee! The best news...Dr. said instead of two weeks if broth fasting that I only have to do one week! Liver is small I am stoked about that!

How exciting !!! Yay!! I'm excited for you!

Thank you! High five to us Jan Bansters!