The Newbie

[Momthecommish 0]

Hi all: I am new to this site and currently going through the process of getting to a surgery date. I have finally decided to definitely go with the band so I thought I would come here and start getting the LOW-down on everything I need to know. I have read threads on this site for a couple of weeks and I am finally joining. My name is Andrea (46 F) mother of 3 and am so looking forward to getting closer to the day I finally get MY Christmas gift for myself!!! SURGERY.

Thanks

Andrea (momthecommish)

[Alexandra 55]

Hi Andrea! Welcome to LBT!!

[kimberly6671 0]

Welcome Andrea! I am also a 46 F (single) mother of three, two in college & one at home, and am giving myself the lapband for Christmas TOMORROW!! So no prime rib for me as I will be on liquids, but what a way to start 2006. I don't quite have any advice for you yet, but give me a couple days....Merry Christmas! Kim

[TrishS 3]

Welcome to LBT Andrea, You will find tons of information here. And getting the Lapband as a Christmas gift is the best gift you could give yourself.

[Iluvharleys 15]

Welcome to LBT! I can't think of a better present to give to yourself!

[Anwyn 0]

Welcome Andrea!!

[gentlespirit 1]

Welcome, Andrea...hope you get your date soon and get started on the journey!

Emily

[Merrykaye 0]

:eek: I am new to this site too, Andrea. 47 - year old female, married, two teenage boys.

I am scheduled to go to an "Informational Meeting" with a doctor here in Buffalo on January 6th. I have been on a waiting list for one year just to get into this meeting. I guess after that, it goes quickly. I canceled gastric bypass surgery for last summer - just couldn't do it. I feel as though the lap band is a better tool for weight loss.

I wish you the best of luck!! This seems like a wonderful site for support and information. Hope to hear about your progress!

Mary