I just found out about the lap band about a month or so ago. I've been reading like a mad woman about the procedure, the doctors, the clinics, etc. I've asked people in real life who have the surgery done and people on forums and Email groups their opinions and advice. We went to a support group meeting and met with a doc there and spoke to a bunch of WLS patients. I feel like I've got a very realistic understanding of how things are going to work Post - surgery.

I have narrowed my doctor selection down to 3, well realistically 2. One of them I can get into this coming Friday. I'm thinking about going for it.

Everyone I speak with says they have no regrets, that they wished the would have done it sooner, etc. etc. But do they mean this soon? I have my husband is supportive and excited. (He's going to have his done also but he's eligible for our insurance to pay for it).

Amy I crazy for going for this so soon? It seems like the most amazing tool to help me with my weight loss struggle. I keep gaining and gaining every year and I'm loosing more and more control (if I ever had any) on my eating.

Do any lapbanders have second thoughts or wish they would have waited?

You are not rushing. You do it if you feel it's the right thing to do. I went to the seminar Sept 1st 2007 was approved and ready for surgery by Sept 28th. BCBS approved me in ONE DAY! It was destiny, everything was falling into place. Now don't get me wrong I did get some pre surgery jitters. I almost chickened out when they were wheeling me to the OR, but now I am glad I stuck through it. Good luck on your journey!