Hey Lauren! I just could not decide between the RNY or the Lapband. After doing endless hours of research I decided on RNY (this was before knowing my insurance will only cover RNY). I saw it this way, I will be getting the RNY which after seeing my mom's results (she had RNY 5yrs ago and has not gained a pound you just have to follow the guidelines) I cant wait to get a date. But i was worried about the weight gain after a few years. but if that does happen there is always VBG (i believe im talking about the right one) were they go in and I believe lapband your RNY pouch? Its something like that. good luck and I hope everything works out for you. Kylie www.kylieswls.blogspot.com

hey i had my surgery in december and now none of my size 26-28 clothes fit me anymore (no complaining here) but i would love for them to go to someone who needs them. They are really cute clothes, very young and hip *i am only 18* lots of girly stuff with sparkles and lots of pants/capris/skirts. i am willing to give them free as long as you can pay for shipping. it does not matter to me if you are having surgery or not, i know how hard it is to find and afford clothes that are plus size and still cute. email me and let me know! good luck everyone. Tiffany

Hey- i seem to be a little older than everyone so far in this forum but i dont really care! ha! im 19 im fixin to turn 20 and i am SOO SO SOOOO interested in lap band surgery. Well until about 2 mins. ago i was looking into all surgerys, but i think the lap band would be best for me. I just want to meet some people- people who are thinkin about it, and have done it. i really want to see pictures--- im so amazed by them and i want to know about scarring and plastic surgery and what not.... i guess im going to figure out how to write my own journal deal now. ... any help w/ anything, or suggestions just ANYTHING. i would love. thanks! x0x0 luv luv luv

well its been one year since i "found" obesityhelp.com. i was going to use it to help research info on wls... and i turned out using it as support and well, help for my obesity. with the help and support from this website and a few special posters i have drastically changed my life for the better withen the last 12 months. i have started college, got a job... and quit a job, and met some beautiful people who had used wls to their advantage in gaining the upper hand in their lives, all directly from this website. because of the knowledge and support i gained from this website i have gone from an 18 yearold 420 pound boy to a 19 yearold 220 pound, healthier, fitter, and more energetic man.. of some sorts atleast! so this is my thank you to obesityhelp.com and my hopes are that many more people can find this haven of kind hearts and open arms. your friend, coy.

I started a Weight Loss Journey journal for myself and for others to see. I found it alot easier with the website I used instead of doing it here so please check it out. (I posted this on other message boards as well) http://www.KyliesWLS.blogspot.com Thank you, Kylie