nervous about surgery on may 15th.

[terisis 14]

Don't worry! I had mine done last Saturday. Checked in at 8:30, surgery at 10, awake at 11, discharged at 1:30. No pain at all. Back at work for a few hours three days later You can do it!

Wow john I hope I have the same results thanks for the words

[Mikee57 699]

good Morning tashautah and terisis, just wanted you both to know that I will be keeping you both in my thoughts as the next few days go by. I am rather a newbie at this, but felt because of that I could let you know that all you are feeling right now is normal. Fear, excited, fear, excited...they were the same here...and somedays I still feel that way...wondering if those feelings will ever go away. this is a new life challenge, the difference this time is you will have WLS that will help you meet those challenges head on from now on. it gets difficult at times, so don't think everything will be cherry...but you will have the band and the support from a lot of folks like me to listen and let you know what we feel or what we dealt with...it will be okay I promise!!! you have made a great choice in making your life healthier...remember to be true to yourself and your band and listen to what your doctor tells you and you both will be successes in no time. I will be thinking of both of you and hope to see more posts from you soon. Best wishes...have a great day!!!

[terisis 14]

good Morning tashautah and terisis, just wanted you both to know that I will be keeping you both in my thoughts as the next few days go by. I am rather a newbie at this, but felt because of that I could let you know that all you are feeling right now is normal. Fear, excited, fear, excited...they were the same here...and somedays I still feel that way...wondering if those feelings will ever go away. this is a new life challenge, the difference this time is you will have WLS that will help you meet those challenges head on from now on. it gets difficult at times, so don't think everything will be cherry...but you will have the band and the support from a lot of folks like me to listen and let you know what we feel or what we dealt with...it will be okay I promise!!! you have made a great choice in making your life healthier...remember to be true to yourself and your band and listen to what your doctor tells you and you both will be successes in no time. I will be thinking of both of you and hope to see more posts from you soon. Best wishes...have a great day!!!

Thank you

[Bandista 7,466]

Hi there and congratulations -- it's a very exciting and nerve-wracking time. The pre-op diet can also really dial up all those emotions because we can't do our usual tamping down of feelings with food. We can all sympathize with pre-op jitters, that's for sure! I had never been an overnight patient before and I was amazed at how much easier and pleasant it all was compared to what I imagined. I filled the prescription for pain medication but never used it. At the hospital every one was there to make me as comfortable as possible. I compared the experience to other things like dentistry or bad cramps, etc., and that made me realize the pain was not bad at all. Perspective is everything. A good sense of humor really helped as there is the element of the ridiculous -- all those papers to sign, the cap and gown, the being wheeled around on a gurney. If it is any help, I am six months out (today!) and I can't recall any of the discomfort -- all I can think about is how thrilled I am each and every day to have my band. Really!

[betty_s 476]

good luck ladies! i'm getting my band on thursday! already lost 12 lbs on the pre-op diet, so its getting me really excited for whats to come, once banded!

[dlamp112 34]

I am in the same boat.... SCARED & NERVOUS & EXCITED all at the same time. I keep reassuring myself everything will be just fine. Look for the positive in all of this - think of how great you will feel and how others will be tossing compliments your way!

Lots of luck and remember we are all in this together!

[Mikee57 699]

betty_s I have you on my calendar to say a little prayer for you on Thursday...will be thinking good thoughts for you and CONGRATS ON THOSE 12 LBS.

terisis and tashautah you both will be like her too in just a few days...take care and hang in there dearhearts!!!

[terisis 14]

betty_s I have you on my calendar to say a little prayer for you on Thursday...will be thinking good thoughts for you and CONGRATS ON THOSE 12 LBS. terisis and tashautah you both will be like her too in just a few days...take care and hang in there dearhearts!!!

Mike I'm patiently waiting

[gowalking 10,790]

So far I have just done 2 days of my pre op diet. They have me do slim fast shake for Breakfast and lunch and 2 Protein bars for Snacks and a loe calorie high Protein frozen dinner. Its been ok I just drink a lot of Water and just try to remind myself why im doing.

I'm between emotions scared excited. I'm in New York by the way where are you from ??

We're having our Spring support group in Manhattan on June 14th. If you are near NYC, please try to make it. Details are on the local chapters thread under NYC/LI.

So far I have just done 2 days of my pre op diet. They have me do slim fast shake for Breakfast and lunch and 2 Protein Bars for Snacks and a loe calorie high protein frozen dinner. Its been ok I just drink a lot of Water and just try to remind myself why im doing.

I'm between emotions scared excited. I'm in New York by the way where are you from ??

[relief57 53]

Hi Tasha and Terisis,

I was banded on 4/11/14 felt the same about surgery. Second guessed myself all the way to the hospital but know I needed an intervention. I like my surgeon who is well experienced in banding. The anesthesiologist came in and talked to me and assured me all was well. The doctor came in to check on me and assured me he was on it and would take good care of me. the nurses were pleasant and because it was an Adventist hospital a chaplain came in to pray with me. After they got me into the operating room and gave me the meds in my IV, I was all good. It was like getting on an airplane. I trusted the pilot (and God) to get me to my destination and always arrived safely. So be encouraged and see this as the beginning of your journey.

My doctor had me on a high Protein diet and I didn't get hungry. I'm still doing high Protein and only eat when I feel hunger pangs and even then I don't need a lot. Not even nearly as much as I use to....at all.

So far I've lost 28lbs. It hasn't been a month yet....I'm stoked.

[chasingadream 1,311]

Good luck to all of you…you will do AMAZING!

Nervous and excited are all normal! Everyone's journey is different. Embrace yours and try not to compare with others…especially on the weight loss part!

It's all worth it…oh yes it is, in my opinion!

Hang in there all….the pre-ops will be over soon!

[kayzoog 129]

It's totally normal to be scared and excited! I am so happy for all of you as you follow your own journey. I am 9 weeks post-surgery and every day I discover something new about myself and the band. I am thinking good thoughts that you will have a great experience as well.