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Before Lap Band Surgery Forums Forum Recent Post Introductions Week 1 - Just had the surgery 01/28/12 03:19 PM by mamaj Introductions I am freaking out again! 01/26/12 11:41 PM by Clare Building Your Lap Band Support Team Who have you told ? 01/25/12 11:58 AM by LoriBang Introductions February Surgeries 01/25/12 11:47 AM by LoriBang Introductions February Surgeries 01/24/12 07:36 PM by sandi2004 Introductions Type I diabetic 01/22/12 05:36 PM by sandi2004 Introductions Protein Shakes 01/22/12 06:51 AM by Glenda Introductions OMG! I can't believe I'm actually doing this! 01/20/12 10:16 PM by LoriBang After Lap Band Surgery Forums Forum Recent Post Product Reviews Wellesse Glucosamine 01/28/12 02:21 PM by LJ Inspiration: Scale and Non-Scale Victories (NSV’s) Massage 01/28/12 11:43 AM by rapunzelle6803 Introductions Struggling -- but trying to stay positive 01/28/12 11:40 AM by mamaj Lap Band Success Stories One Year Bandiversary 01/28/12 11:33 AM by mamaj Lap Band Success Stories How do I add weight loss counter to my profile 01/27/12 09:46 AM by Clare Lap Band Success Stories How do I add weight loss counter to my profile 01/27/12 09:35 AM by MeTime45 Introductions January 12th Surgery Success Journey 01/27/12 09:26 AM by MeTime45 Introductions Incision are Red 01/27/12 09:22 AM by Clare

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Before Surgery Whether you are exploring the possibility of getting a lap band or have decided to get a band and are...MORE   After Surgery Whether you are recovering from surgery, on your weight loss transformation journey, or have achieved...MORE   Food & Recipes Enjoy a wide variety of tasty foods. Find great lap band friendly food ideas. Bon appétit!... MORE

What Will Weight Loss Surgery Cost Me? By: Troy Hopper, Allergan Health Weight loss surgery? Really? For me? Why? What'll it cost me? Perhaps a better question is: What'll it cost you if you don't? . . . keep reading Lap Band Procedure Cost By: Gloria Samuels Is lap band surgery covered by my insurance? Where do I start to find out if my insurance will cover weight loss surgery? What are my out-of-pocket costs? I don't have insurance and want to know what it will cost if I "cash pay" to see if it's really an option. Is there financing available? What are after-care costs? These are a few of the frequently asked questions about the cost of lap band surgery. . . . keep reading How My Lap Band Works -- Hungry No More, Really! By: Gloria Samuels, From gloriasbandedliving.com I recently had the opportunity to talk with hundreds of doctors and nurses who care for weight loss surgery patients. They were interested in my experiences with how my lap band works to control my hunger. I am convinced, that controlling hunger is the difference for me between yoyo dieting and finally being able to maintain a normal weight, and feel like a normal person. . . . keep reading BLIS Surgeons are Uniquely Able to Provide Weight Loss Surgery Patients with Financial Protection and Peace of Mind By: Billie Shellist, BLIS Inc. As a patient, you do a lot of research when you are considering undergoing an adjustable gastric banding or other weight loss surgery procedure and have to ask yourself some tough questions. What procedure is right for me? How do I find a quality surgeon with a comprehensive support program? Will my insurance cover my procedure? How will I pay for my surgery if my insurance doesn't cover it? . . . keep reading How Is Lap Band Surgery Different Than All My Attempts At Weight Loss? By: Gloria Samuels As a long-term successful lap band patient, I am often aske . . . keep reading

LapBanded Living Contest: Wellesse "Basket of Health" Giveaway! Presented By: Gloria & Sandi . . . keep reading Exercise After Weight Loss Surgery - The Sport Ab Crunch Machine By: Jon Osumi The Sport Art Ab Crunch machine is a great tool to work both the upper and lower abdominals together. . . . keep reading Product Review: Wellesse Joint Movement Glucosamine By: Sandi Henderson Wellesse Joint Movement Glucosamine liquid is a fast-absorbing, great-tasting natural berry flavored liquid supplement that helps maintain joint health and flexibility. Now sugar free! . . . keep reading Weight Loss Surgery Living - Rebooting My Success After Weight Loss Surgery To Keep Things At An Even Keel By: Sandi Henderson, From SandisBandedLiving Blog There I was, my eighth holiday season after weight loss surgery reaching out for "just a little bite" of all of those evil demon holiday foods constantly thrust in front of my face within a simple grasp of my hand. Yup, that's right. I reached….not only did I reach, but I bit….not only did I bite, but I chewed…not only did I chew, but I swallowed…A LOT! . . . keep reading LapBanded Living Contest: BariBowl™ Giveaway! Presented By: Gloria & Sandi We're running a give-away contest to introduce you all to the BariBowl™. . . . keep reading Weight Loss Surgery Living: Exercise - The Sport Art Mid Row Machine By: Jon Osumi The Sport Art Mid Row machine is a great posture builder. Maintaining perfect posture while keeping the shoulder blades down will reinforce positive habits that will carry over into your daily routine. . . . keep reading Introducing the BariBowl By: Sandi & Gloria The BariBowl™ was designed by a Bariatric Surgeon and Surgical Physician Assistant to take the guesswork out of properly measuring food for weight loss surgery patients. . . . keep reading