Hi,

I'm a 27 yr old 5'5" 220lb female who is getting banded at the end of October. I've tried soooo many diets in the last 20 years and no matter how much i lost the weight always came back. Though I am excited to get lapband, i am scared and nervous about the unknown long term effects. i am also concerned about having a child someday, even though i read child bearing is not a problem.

I hope to learn more about other people's experiences - pros and cons!

I was banded in April. The surgery itself was so easy. I had it done at 730 am and was at home on my couch by 1 pm. I have no problems at all thus far. The band is awesome. Ask lots of questions and get all the info. you can. The internet is very helpful. There are sights you can go to that go over the pros and cons from patients.

Hey there, how did your surgery go?

I am 27, 5'5, was banded on 10/25 and am concerned about having kids after I lose weight.

My surgeon said they would simply unfill my band when I get preggo.

He also said to wait 12-18 months or until I reach goal weight before trying so that the concentration stays on me and not a baby. The only risk I've heard of is that if your body is in starvation mode, there is a small risk of malnutirtion for the fetus.

Give us some updates on how you're doing? we have a lot in common. thanks