Hi Everyone,

I had my band put in on the 29th September. I really had hardly any idea what I was doing. I went to my doctor told him I was sick of my yoyo diet and he recommended the "LapBand"

Even with my surgeon who has been rated one of the best, I could not think of any questions and actually thought. Yes the "LapBand" I will have a small appetite.

Was I in for shock at all that comes with it and the work that needs to be done to maintain this little piece of equipment that I have adopted. Its really hard work!!! I so admire all the of you during your courageous journey to health.

My next review appointment is next week so that will be 2 weeks and 1 day since my OP. Seems like its been months!!

Its sites like this that have given me so much more information and help than all the medical team that comes with the "LapBand"

Thats the surgeon, dietician, anaesthesia (sorry can't spell that one) and the heart and sleep specialist etc.

Just like to say Hi. And go on to reading more through all the posts and joining in as well asking questions.

Welcome to the forums and congrats on your recent surgery!

Yes it's work, but worth it. It's the first time in my life I've been able to keep weight off. Good luck and stay connected.

Hi there, the links in my signature below really helped me understand how the band works and how to work the band; maybe they will help you, too. Congratulations on having the surgery behind you. This is an exciting time. I'm actually still really excited and it's been almost two years for me -- wonderful getting my life back. I'm having so much fun and did not realize how much I had been hiding out before, embarrassed about my weight and generally discouraged. Not anymore! Good luck with all that is ahead. Keep those appointments and keep listening in to your body.......

Thankyou everyone for the warm welcome.

Bandista those links are great. I have already seen the 8 golden rules but the other link was quite informative and really made things sound so much better.

Bandista..... I don't see any links. I'm interested in reading them too. Can you post it again? Thank you

Hi Everyone,

I had my band put in on the 29th September. I really had hardly any idea what I was doing. I went to my doctor told him I was sick of my yoyo diet and he recommended the "LapBand"

Even with my surgeon who has been rated one of the best, I could not think of any questions and actually thought. Yes the "LapBand" I will have a small appetite.

Was I in for shock at all that comes with it and the work that needs to be done to maintain this little piece of equipment that I have adopted. Its really hard work!!! I so admire all the of you during your courageous journey to health.

My next review appointment is next week so that will be 2 weeks and 1 day since my OP. Seems like its been months!!

Its sites like this that have given me so much more information and help than all the medical team that comes with the "LapBand"

Thats the surgeon, dietician, anaesthesia (sorry can't spell that one) and the heart and sleep specialist etc.

Just like to say Hi. And go on to reading more through all the posts and joining in as well asking questions.

Obviously we're not doctors but I agree with you that the information on this site from other bandsters goes a long way in helping and supporting. I too found more help here in terms of what to expect than anything I 'learned' at my surgeon's office. Welcome to the site and hopefully we can help you in your journey.

@@Nicole_NYC

http://www.bariatricpal.com/topic/162123-the-eight-golden-rules-lap-band-videos-by-dr-paul-obrien/

And if you google on Dr. Simpson lapband you'll find his site. The links are below my post in the signature....I'm on my iPad so harder for me to navigate....

Welcome and good wishes for a long life changing journey. Lots of nice people and handy info here.

Just have faith and work the program and you will be rewarded ⭐️????