Forums: The Banded Journey

General discussions about life with a lap band.

We all deal with plateaus and many struggle with weight regain. It's a life long journey, but we're in it together. No shame! Keep fighting the good fight.

Tell us about your achievements, the unexpected surprises, and rewarding moments.

Record your progress from the pre-approval process to reaching your goal. Everyone has a unique band journey -- tell us about yours!

Discussions about men's health, fitness, weight loss and lifestyle adjustments after weight loss surgery.

Discussions about women's health, fitness, weight loss and lifestyle adjustments after weight loss surgery.

Has weight loss surgery affected your relationships with family, friends, and co-workers?

Discussions about trying to conceive and pregnancy while banded.

Once goal weight is achieved, is the journey over? Discussions about life at goal weight, and what's required to stay there.

Medical issues and complications can and do occur with a lap band. When they do, we are here to learn from and offer support to one another.

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

Share information about your experiences with plastic surgery; recommend surgeons; share pictures of your PS progress. Caution: this forum may contain graphic surgical images and nudity for the purpose of educating others about the process of undergoing plastic surgery. Viewer discretion advised.