laynie427 28 Posted September 26, 2014 So we are :-) I am getting nervous excited Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dtiller1147 137 Posted September 26, 2014 So we are :-) I am getting nervous excited This has taken some time to get here, we have been very focused. Now we have the date and most our task are over the mind wants to take over and go negative. A big part of this journey is; we have to change Mind, Body and Soul. So start working on the mind peace. We KNOW this is right for us or we would not have made it this far! We can do this!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Peekboo 472 Posted September 26, 2014 Im 12 days out and wondering if this the right decision, yikes! Im just scared but I will follow through. Prayers to everyone. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dtiller1147 137 Posted September 26, 2014 Im 12 days out and wondering if this the right decision, yikes! Im just scared but I will follow through. Prayers to everyone. Whats going on, maybe we can help you get over the bump? 12 days in, you are still "breaking in" like new car. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Peekboo 472 Posted September 26, 2014 I chose the wrong word, lol. Its 12 days til my surgery and I spooked about losing most of my stomach :-) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dtiller1147 137 Posted September 26, 2014 I chose the wrong word, lol. Its 12 days til my surgery and I spooked about losing most of my stomach :-) Well that does put different spin on it..LOL I think the same advice a gave to laynle would also apply to you... This has taken some time to get here, we have been very focused. Now we have the date and most our task are over the mind wants to take over and go negative. A big part of this journey is; we have to change Mind, Body and Soul. So start working on the mind peace. We KNOW this is right for us or we would not have made it this far! We can do this!!! Besides you are not losing 90% of your tummy...you are gaining a SLEEVE!! Its very powerful Tool, that you must respect but when used with the proper technique, you will see some amazing results from your hard work....Com on ....WE got this.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Peekboo 472 Posted September 26, 2014 Thanks for the words of wisdom. Good luck with your surgery I think everything is going to go well for all of us. By the way I had a call from the surgery scheduler today they change my surgery date from 8 October to 7 October. Yikes now I'm even more nervous ha ha. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
laynie427 28 Posted September 27, 2014 I just had my last appt today and signed the consent forms etc. Exciting! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Peekboo 472 Posted September 27, 2014 I go in Monday for my preop my EKG and my labs. I meet with the surgeon for the last time and then I guess everything else is ready to go. Good luck everybody! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Peekboo 472 Posted September 27, 2014 Laynie Did they give you any samples of Protein mixes or drinks for your preop diet or did they just give you a list of what to buy? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fosho1976 11 Posted September 30, 2014 Im 12 days out and wondering if this the right decision, yikes! Im just scared but I will follow through. Prayers to everyone. I'm right with you! I'll be going in for mine on the 14th of October and have been a little emotional lately when I speak with my children mostly. I was like this with my 4th and final pregnancy as well .... I want to know the mortality rates - I want to know complications & what they look like... I am fearful and scared too - I'm trying to give it all to the higher power! There are so many major health reasons 'why' I need this ... My pros far out weigh the cons... Luckily! Prayers to you!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fosho1976 11 Posted September 30, 2014 Hi, I just quit smoking in July. I never thought I would be able to overcome that hurdle because I had attempted to quit so many times before. I was determined to quit for my health and for a quick recovery after surgery. It also helped that my surgeon required me to quit 3 months before surgery . I want to give you some tips to overcome the urge. You will probably experience your worst withdrawal the first 2 weeks. Try to make flushing the nicotine from your system top priority (morning until night); drinking cranberry and or grapefruit juice and lots of Water. Also begin taking a Multivitamin. Once the nicotine leaves your system the craving will subside. You can do it and hope this will help you. DanaThank you so much for your thoughts and guidance! Apologize for not seeing it sooner. I've gotta get the kids to set my notifications up properly!! I was able to stop - it's going on 2 1/2 weeks - still on chantix and will remain until a month after surgery - I am thinking. Have you had your surgery yet? How are you doing? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fosho1976 11 Posted September 30, 2014 My date is Oct 15th, nervous as well!Hi!! I am the 14th of October!! (Just thought I'd mention it since I saw your date was close to mine - lol) Good luck to you!! Do you have to do a 2 week or 1 week pre-op diet? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hallmark911 5 Posted September 30, 2014 24 hours to go...... clear liquid diet today. Full steam ahead Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Becca1 6 Posted September 30, 2014 I'm 10/16! I should start my liquid diet 10/9. Looking for surgery buddies! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites