New to Lap Band surgery

Hi I was wanting to get an actual person view that has had the Lap Band surgery. I out of Springfield Missouri and will probably have Dr Edwards. I have struggle with weight it seems my whole life but mostly the past 15-20 years. I am 38 and currently at 204 and 5'0, married and have 1 child(that is not responsible for weight gain, just muscle loss C-Section). But now it is a medical issue has I have a fatty liver,high cholesterol, blood sugar (taking metformin to regulate),blood pressure(taking blood pressure medicine), acid reflux, sleep problems, and just over all don't feel well and uncomfortable. I have had a sleep study done for sleep apnea but it was minor according to them(although I do not still sleep well). I have been on so many diet I can't remember but a few are Weigh****chers which I lost 20-30 pounds but did not keep it off,Atkins, and Low carb. I just physically don't feel well and can't do alot of activitys that I would like to be able to do.I am nervous about the risks of the surgery but I know that the Lord will look over me and whatever his will is is what I want. I just have to think of my family and worry that I have caused this and for something to happen to me and l not see my son grow up well you know. But anything that anyone is willing to share, I would appreciate it. I really am glad for this forum and friends to share with.