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Hello!!

I have made the decision to have the lap band done! I cant get in until June 4th for my consult, but it is worth the wait! I have struggled with this decision for about 6 years! I went back and forth with lap band and GBP. After serious research and serious soul searching I know that lap band is for me! I would love to meet others going through this process, people that have had it done, ect! I love personal stories, they are motivating and very informative! I am Chris I am 33 years old and the mother to 2 beautiful little girls, 9 years old and 16 months old! My husband is great and very supportive too! I would to hear from going through this too..........cthomas44420@sbcglobal.net

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Welcome to the forum and congratulations on your decision! I'm sure you will find lots of support here. If you are new to the forum - a few really motivating areas are the Before and After pics in general support and of course, the month of surgery support groups. You can find people who are being banded the same month as you - so you are going through the same stages with you.

I also have 2 small kids and already, I am so glad I did this! I can keep up with them much better now!

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Welcome to LBT Chris! Congrats on your decision to have lap band surgery. It's the best decision I've ever made regarding my health. I have so much more energy and I am so pleased with my results! I have a 2 year old son, so I know what it feels like to have to make such a life changing decision for your family. I did this for my son and for my health. I hope everything works out for you. Nice to meet you and good luck to you.

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Hi, Chris,

I am literally just starting the process. I have an appointment with my doctor this coming Thursday. I lurked here for weeks before I even joined and I can tell you that I have found a warm and loving reception here, not to mention all the information available.

Good luck to you, and I hope the time flies until June!

Debbie

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