Being Banded this Monday

[SavanasMama 0]

I am so excited to begin my new life I was on another forum but got discourage by all the people stating I could not successfully lose the weight with my BMI being over 50, but I passed that aside and found you guys and what inspiring journeys you have all lead to being successful. I have done the research for many years and finally got the green light from my insurance and the powers that be. I do believe the lap band is the best choice for me because if God wanted my stomach and intestines to be routed like a highway map than he would of done so, I am a firm believer this will work for me and I know its not a "quick fix" but a tool to help me reach my healthier me I am so glad I found this site which is all about the bands. I look forward to all the tips, support and knowledge from everybody.

Thanks for reading this and have a great day:thumbup:

[Humming Bird 275]

I don't know why others would tell you that the band will not work for someone with a BMI over 50.

I would think that your weight will drop even faster than mine has. I started with a BMI of 42.

I'm glad you found LBT. I have found it very helpful to read what other people post and the support here is great. I hope all goes well for you Monday !!! See ya on the other side!

Edited November 7, 2009 by Humming Bird
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[meldlc37 0]

Welcome and congrats ,

I agree with savanasmama, you can do it and you will be that healthier you in no time. My BMI is 43 and I know I have a long road ahead. But with the help from my band I know I will get there. I have my running shoes on and I'm ready, how about you? :cursing:

[Soon2B2LittleE 21]

I am so excited to begin my new life I was on another forum but got discourage by all the people stating I could not successfully lose the weight with my BMI being over 50, but I passed that aside and found you guys and what inspiring journeys you have all lead to being successful. I have done the research for many years and finally got the green light from my insurance and the powers that be. I do believe the LAP-BAND® is the best choice for me because if God wanted my stomach and intestines to be routed like a highway map than he would of done so, I am a firm believer this will work for me and I know its not a "quick fix" but a tool to help me reach my healthier me :cursing: I am so glad I found this site which is all about the bands. I look forward to all the tips, support and knowledge from everybody.

Thanks for reading this and have a great day:thumbup:

Hello & Welcome!!

I had a BMI over 50 and was banded on November 3rd. Good luck on your journey. I'm glad I did it!!!!

[SavanasMama 0]

Thank you all for the words of encouragement and I hope we can support each other as we reach our goals. I am relieved to know that there are people like me who have decided to take the journey with lap band

thank you so very much (hugs)

[Nannens 0]

Good luck SavanasMama! It totally works! I was banded on March 30th, and so far I have gone from a BMI of 59 to a BMI of 49! You will do great!

[SavanasMama 0]

I am finally home from the hospital they had to keep me over due to a repair of a hernia I did not know I had also they had to biopsy my liver b/c there was fatty tissue in it. I am doing well so far but I know I am suppose to be up and walking but I am such in discomfort all I want to do is rest and prepare myself for this journey. I doubted myself after I came out of surgery b/c I felt so bad and not knowing I had a hernia repaired has made my spirits a bit of a downer. I know I did the right thing and will do well but I am second guessing myself

oh the bright side I get to start the pudding, cottage cheese and milk thing tomorrow YEAH no more chicken broth or Jello for me lol :tongue2:

[Patterba 6]

Hang in there Savanasmama.

we are here for you.. there is a wealth of knowledge and encouragement here for you to engage.

Be well

[untfluter 3]

I had a BMI of over 60 the day of my surgery. I was banded on May 19th... including my pre-op liquid diet, which was 2 wks before my surgery, I have lost 60 lbs... so don't let those people get to you... I know of people who weighed MORE then me and was banded and were very successful. Good luck and congrats for making this decision for your health and your life...

I am so excited to begin my new life I was on another forum but got discourage by all the people stating I could not successfully lose the weight with my BMI being over 50, but I passed that aside and found you guys and what inspiring journeys you have all lead to being successful. I have done the research for many years and finally got the green light from my insurance and the powers that be. I do believe the LAP-BAND® is the best choice for me because if God wanted my stomach and intestines to be routed like a highway map than he would of done so, I am a firm believer this will work for me and I know its not a "quick fix" but a tool to help me reach my healthier me :biggrin: I am so glad I found this site which is all about the bands. I look forward to all the tips, support and knowledge from everybody.

Thanks for reading this and have a great day:thumbup: