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The before is from my last vacation before getting banded. The other is from this past Saturday night. I've continued to avoid having my picture taken, but when I was sent this image I finally saw some of the changes my friends and family have been talking about. Banded May 10th by Dr. Lau @ TLBC

Got it! Thanks!!!

Thanks Crispy. I tried sending you an email, but I haven't heard anything back. Did you get it? Heather

Does anyone know if a decent tailor in the GTA? Like many of you, I'm hesitant to buy new clothes (especially business attire), but I'm drowning in my pants. Think MC Hammer. I also have 2 beautiful and very expensive suits from Holt's that I'd love to salvage somehow, even if it's just for the transition period. H Banded May 10th @ TLBC

Nail polish remover failed for me as well. Then my sis (an actor) introduced me to a product that removes glues used for stage make-up. It worked wonders on removing the tape marks without irritating the skin. I think it's available in most large Shoppers (ask for "eye lash remover").

Darn. I had heard that it can be visible once you loose some weight, but I didn't think I'd be able to see it from day one.

Phew! I thought it was swelling (`cuz it's sore), but had the moment of fear that it would stay like that. Thanks, Heather

I had my band put in last week and have been healing nicely, however there is a visible bump where my port is. Is this normal?

Good luck Janice! I'm being banded the day after you by Dr. Yau. I can't wait to see you on the other side!!! Lots of possitive thoughts being sent you way! Cheers, Heather (to be banded 5/10 @ TLBC)

Thank you!!!

Kristina asked me how things were going to day and I told her that I wanted to rip someone's arm off. I'm VERY hungry and already completely bored of cottage cheese. I HATE yoghurt!!!

Kristina asked me how things were going to day and I told her that I wanted to rip someone's arm off. I'm VERY hungry and already completely bored of cottage cheese. I HATE yoghurt!!!

I'm sure I've seen threads out there with helpful checklists of things to get before the procedure. Anyone have a link to one of those threads?