Intro

Good morning all!  Just wanted to introduce myself as I have been lurking for a couple of weeks.  I am 31 years old and married to a supportive husband.  I had lapband done in December and have lost 80lbs from my highest.  My surgeon and Nut have me on a three meal a day plan of approx 1/4 to 1/2 a cup per meal.  Looking forward to getting to know you all better!

Welcome to the boards.  My doc told me I was not a good candidate for Lap band and insurance didn't pay for it any way, but you are doing fantastic.  What an accomplishment. Don't hesitate to ask any question on here. There's some really friendly people here with loads of knowledge.

I was very scared that the surgeon would tell me the same thing.  Fortunately, he is a firm believer in personal choice and agreed with my reasonings behind wanting the lapband.  Thanks for the welcome!

Hi, Theresa, and welcome to our little corner of the internet!  We don't have a lot of bandsters here, but you are definitely welcome.  You have made great progress -- 80 pounds lost -- and I'm sure you will continue to do well!  Although bandsters sometimes lose slower than RNY and/or DS patients, slow and steady still wins the race (and drops the pounds).   Glad you decided to stop lurking and start posting - I look forward to seeing/hearing more from you!!! Kellie

Thanks for the welcome.  I am acutally losing a lot faster than my nut would like (1-2lbs per week) but I am happy to be clipping along at this point.  Not sure how long it will last but very happy with my results thus far.  Thanks again for the welcome. 

Welcome Therese, and way to go and the fantastic results so far! 

welcome therese! good to meet you. you're doing great -- keep it up! deb

WOW welcome and congradulations!!!!

Welcome, to the boards and congrats on your success!  Estelle

Thanks everyone!