Hello everyone. I've been browsing the posts for the past hour or so and am amazed and very pleased to have found such a wonderful source of information about the entire Lap-Band process and for such caring support and advice.

I've been feeling a bit alone in my decision to start the process (attended information session 5/14/08). I do have the support of my family, but I carry the shame and self-consciousness of being overweight, so am keeping my decision, to move forward with this life-changing event, somewhat to myself.

I plan to be a frequent visitor to the forums and will update my signature as I progress. Wish me luck!

Welcome to LBT, and good luck to you!!!

I too was very private (and still am) about my decision to have the lap band. I had my surgery on 3/10/08, and I'm very glad that I had it. I've already lost 37 pounds and I feel great. Try to let go of the "shame" that you mentioned, but know that this is a very personal thing. Noone needs to know about it. People have started noticing that I'm losing weight, and I just tell them I'm working very hard and eating healthy...all true. You can do it!