Shona dawne

I am interested in belonging to yr forum so I can ask questions to others who are going through the lap band process as I have made a decision to proceed and look for a surgeon close to where I live at hoppers crossing Melbourne au. I have gained over 30kg in last 19years since moving to Australia. I have tried to loose weight several times and have failed to loose more than 12kg, which goes straight back. I don't think I eat a lot but do like chocolate and cake, which I might indulge in 3 - 4 times a week. I hate drs visits, talking face to face about myself but need to overcome this to get help. I can't do much exercise because of arthritis in hips, knees and back. NEED to LOSE weight this yr! Help!