Welcome to b2g! This forum is where new members post their introductions so they can receive a warm b2g welcome and start getting to know everyone.

New Members Start Here! This forum has easy step-by-step instructions for using the b2g message boards. Inside are answers to the most commonly asked questions.

Documentation and references section for learning about the Lap-Band as well as other options in WLS (weight loss surgeries).

The information provided in these forums is for general educational purposes and is not to be taken as medical or other health advice pertaining to your specific health and medical condition.

Learn about the various insurance companies and what others have had to do in order to qualify for their weight loss surgery.

Share ideas about how to be best prepared for surgery and for the recovery period after surgery.

Post your experiences and recommendations for surgeons and hospitals. Just remember to be factual and not slander anyone!

Discussions about lapband adjustments (fills) and the people who give them.

A forum to discuss the complications and issues that can occur from the Lap-Band.

Share information about your experiences with plastic surgery; recommend surgeons; share pictures of your PS progress.

General discussion of life with the lapband.

A forum for sharing recipes, suggestions for nutritional supplements, and discussions about making healthy food choices.

Discuss how you are changing your life with exercise.

Help people cope with the difficulties of weight loss and band related issues.

Join us as we explore the difficult subject of dealing with the emotional issues which lie at the root of most eating disorders.

Discussions about being banded and/or weight loss issues during pregnancy.

Support for individuals who aren't banded or have lost their band.

Meet people who have reached their goal weight. Discuss maintenance and emotional adjustments.

Share the struggles, victories, fears, and joys of your banded journey. Record your progress from the pre-approval process to reaching your goal. Everyone has a unique band journey -- tell us about yours! (previously the "Sharing Testimonials" forum)

Picture galleries for b2g members. Open for all to share their favorite pictures.

Find bandsters in your state!

Find bandsters in your province. If your province isn't listed, let us know and we'll add it.

Find bandsters in your country! Let us know if your country isn't listed and we'll add it.

Find bandsters in your state!

A forum for monthly clubs or groups with specific goals and interests.

A forum for weight loss challenges and competitions.

This forum will contain information about large scale, annual B2G events.

Is your local group planning an informal get2gether which you would like to open to all b2g members? This is the place to announce the dates and times for the event.

Are you planning to travel out of state and are interested in meeting other b2g members in person? Use this forum to let everyone know that you'll be in their area. Be sure the city and dates are in the title of your thread. NOTE: Regular or frequent visits and subequent plans are best posted in the local area forums.

Hang out at the b2g Cafe with friends and discuss off topic issues from the lighthearted to the serious, from the funny to the sad. Whatever's on your mind, you're sure to find someone to share it with.

A forum for those who want to share in prayer requests and spiritual support. This is NOT a forum for debate over theology!

Here's the place to post suggestions for enhancements and new features for b2g. Any technical issues found on b2g should be reported here.