Hey ladies,

My name is Tameka and I am considering getting the lap band, a little bit about me I am 5'3 and I weigh 229 bmi is over 40. I have a history of miscarriages due to my weight, and I am wanting to know if this thing really works. I have tried every diet out there and so far non has worked for me. Another question is how soon can you start trying to concieve after you get banded?

I can answer your question "does this work?" - YES! I don't know the other answer for you, but there are people on this forum that do. I am 5'1", weighed 230 and banded on 4/19/08, so far have lost 44 pounds. YES it works!!!

Yes the band works, the 2nd question would be for your band doctor. Everyone's doctor has different opinions on it.

The band worked (and is continuing to work) for me.

My surgeon required 1 yr of waiting to conceive when I was banded. My understanding is that he has now increased that to two years. Haha, I learned I was pregnant two years to the date of my band surgery. Funny how those things work...

When/if you find a surgeon, ask this during your consultation if not sooner. Some surgeons have you sign a contract that you won't get pregnant until X months after. Not that I've ever heard of a lawsuit over breach of contract...

I was told to wait at least one year. People definitely conceive easier after losing weight . . . and perhaps if you are physically healthier it might be easier to carry the baby to term.