got my surgery date 10/06

blaqk · February 25, 2010

I finally got my surgery date, for the 10th of June. I had really hoped to do it in April because I have a month off of school then (i'm in my last year of university), is it crazy to be disappointed? I understand why he doesn't want to do it any sooner, he's friends with my dad and so he wants to make sure he feels totally prepared and has a really good team to do it... but still I walked away from our appointment feeling horribly disappointed about it being so far away. I guess I'd just hoped to have lost a bit of weight/be eating normally again by my birthday (July 7) and obviously want to have the surgery as soon as possible, but am I just being ridiculous?

Tiffykins · February 25, 2010

Not ridiculous at all. But, Celebrate that this surgeon wants the very best for you, and your surgical outcome. That's got to be a great comfort for you.

While you are waiting, try making some of the behavioral changes that are necessary. Also, mentally prepare for this surgery. A lot of people discount the emotional and mental toll losing the ability to eat big meals, or a bunch of junk food.

Start not drinking with your meals now, start sitting your utensil down in between bites, cut your portions down by 1/4 then by 1/2 when you closer your surgery date.

Find a new hobby to occupy your mind, focus on your future health, educate yourself through other's experiences so you can be somewhat prepared what you may experience post-op.

Find joy in some little things that you may not remember, and know that your surgeon only wants the very best for you.

You'll be able to eat normal foods just not "normal" amounts until closer to autumn, but you're going to be able to buy some smashingly beautiful warm winter clothing.

Cheers to you getting your date. It may not be as soon as you want, but seek the silver lining in this little cloud.