Hey there all, I haven't been banded yet but I've researched since last March and had to wait until '08 to change insurance plans. I now for some reason am hesitating to make the phone call for another consultation. My mom and husband ask me everyday if I have made my appt. I don't really have an answer. How did any of you decide this was the right thing for your lives? It is such a life altering change!

Hi and welcome. For me, I think I had tried every diet known to mankind. Some of them even worked, for a time. Then, I would end up gaining everything back plus a few extra pounds. I was not getting any younger, but I was definitely getting fatter. I was miserable, had no energy and very low self-esteem. The final straw was when my doctor announced that I was pre-diabetic. There is a strong history of diabetes and heart disease in my family, so that opened up my eyes. I want to be here to see my children graduate, get married, have children of their own, etc. So, that is when I made up my mind to get the band.

If there is any way we can help you with your decision, or if you have any questions, let us know. The most important thing you can do is research, research, research and research some more.