Hi there. I'm so excited by this site. I've been searching for real stories from real people to help me make up my mind about getting the band. I've read people's victories and their struggles and am leaning toward getting it done. The financial cost is high, but I'm starting to see that it works, and my health and happiness are worth it!! Please keep up the sharing. :eek:

Welcome Joanne!!!

I am originally from Edmonton and I have a brother that lives in Winnipeg. Small world. I did my research, read a lot about the band and decided it was for me. It was the best decision I could have made. I was a self-pay also and decided I needed to do this for my health. I got my band in May of this year and have lost about 50 pounds so far. Keep reading all of the fantastic success stories. I have learned so much by the people on this site. They are really here to help you succeed and get you through all of the hurdles. Welcome again,

Cami

Hi there. I'm so excited by this site. I've been searching for real stories from real people to help me make up my mind about getting the band. I've read people's victories and their struggles and am leaning toward getting it done. The financial cost is high, but I'm starting to see that it works, and my health and happiness are worth it!! Please keep up the sharing. :eek:

hi.. not sure ifthis is going to be enterred but I am from WPG and living in Vancouver and love my new lap band... best money I ever spent on myself... I have done every diet and now I knowo this will work...

Hey! Just a note to give my 2 cents worth.. Getting the band for me was one of the best things I could have done for myself. I have struggled with my weight ALL MY LIFE.. and I know the band is working.. It is slow going, and as they say, "not a quick fix, but a tool," but I believe I am on the right track! Good luck and God Bless!

hello everyone, I'm going for my first consultation on dec.30.....hoping for surgery early in 09. Nice to be able to read about the experiences of others in the same place as I.:laugh:

Good for you! Hang in there, it will work if you give it the chance!

Hi Mimi,

Just thought I'd let you know that I was banded at Maples mid November and everyone there is great! I am going for my first fill on Tues but if you have any questions, just let me know.

Cheers!

Kat

hi Kat, thanks for the encouragement. I'm a bundle of nerves today and its only the consultation! I'm hoping that once I get more info on what the process is leading up to the actually surgery I will be calmer. :party:

Had my consultation yesterday and feeling much better...got lots of questions answered. Now going forward, have to get physical and blood work done before I can schedule a surgery date. VERY HAPPY!:laugh:

start my optifast tomorrow.....surgery in two weeks.....Can someone tell me how to get the ticker thingy at the bottom of your msgs? Thanks !