Hello! My name is Carrie and I'm trying to research more and educate myself about the lap band. I have been obese now going on about 7 years. The only time in those years I've managed to lose any weight was while breastfeeding and that obviously isn't a long term solution to this problem. All I know is I need to find a way to lose some weight or else I won't have as many years with my new daughter as either of us deserve.

First welcome! I just wanted to let you know, if you do choose to get the lapband, this will be a tool to aid you in your weight loss. I have to tell myself this everyday. I still don't regret getting it. Its probably the most positive thing (besides getting married) I could've done with my life.

Good luck to you and keep in touch.