The band as a "tool"

I know the band is a tool.  You still have to work at it.  You are going to hit plateaus no matter what you do, but the main thing is focus not so much on the pounds you are losing, but how you are feeling, how much you've lost, and how far you've come. Eventually the pounds will start coming off again. I agree with everyone, research and education is the best thing you can do before surgery.  *HUGS* and prayers ... I hope it works out for you Robin