Hi All,

I have been pursuing the lap band surgery for the past 9 months. I have completed all requirements and attended the first support group meeting just to get an idea of how people are responding to the surgery. Unfortunately, it was a 50 to 5 ratio of pre-op to post-op, but while I gathered some good info, it still hasn't convinced me that this is the right way for me to go. All I know is that I'm 56 years old with an 80 year old looking body and a 30 year old mentality ~~ I have to lose weight and maybe this is my only chance!

Would love to hear from post-op folks - your successes, your challenges, your frustrations.....

It's important to hear it all! Also, for those who have been post-op for several years, it would be interesting to know if at some point, there becomes a time that you can eat "normally" again......

Thanks so much!

Gaila from Maine:biggrin2:

Gaila,

I am 40 and was banded 3/18/08. I started working out at the gym in Jan08 and now have lost 45 pounds so far. The band is the best thing that ever happened to me as I have used many many weight loss diets and always regained the weight back over time. Not to mention I would struggle with weight loss each time after losing about 30 pounds which was never enough. I feel as though the band has given my back control of my life. I feel healthier then ever and have more energy. I use to worry all the time about what my weight was doing to my body and now all I think about is how my body is changing into a healthier me who will be around along time to come.

Do as much research as you can and find what works the best for you personal needs.

For me I would do the band a million times over.

Hugs

Paula

Paula,

Thanks so much for replying.....you have made me feel very optimistic about having the surgery. Do you have any do's or don'ts to share as I proceed to the pre-op stage? I would really appreciate your help! Thanks so much! Gaila