Contemplating

[Tameka1981 0]

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?

[88KEYZ 0]

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!!!

[Daisalana 33]

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

[Wheetsin 714]

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...

[HeatherO 7]

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.