Newbie here.......

I have questions.....I want lap band surgery and I am currently researching and have decided on a Doc....and will be going to a seminar soon. What I wanted to know was.....When I go out for " Girls Night Out " how much will I be restricted? Can you drink with the lap band procedure? I only get to go to these outings once a month, but I really look forward to them! :party: I don't want to be left out..... And also....how long to you have to wait once you have decided that you want the procedure? I have Blue Cross/Blue Shield (in Texas) for insurance.....Thanks!!!! Jerri

Hey Jerri ~ You should have little to no problems to drink on "GNO"....fluids usually go through rather easily....now with that said...you want to lose weight right?? Ok you know where I am going with that...but once a month...I will be nice I have been banded for over 3 years...I can drink like a fish if I wanted to and I am unlike most bandsters, meaning I cannot get a fill as I am totally restricted still from the surgery...most have to go get a few fills to feel restriction... Sorry I cannot help you with your question of time...all doctors and insurances from what I understand are different in waiting times and etc....the seminar should really clear up those issues for you. What I will stress is that you really read up on everything (including from this board and whatever you can...not just the forums, but the info on the band as well) to wrap your brain about the journey you are looking to embark on. The band rocks...thats all I have to say! Best of luck with your banding journey ~ Dawn