dee1967 13 Posted July 31, 2017 Super Nervous, i came too far to chicken out, Somebody please give me some encouragement, August 1 surgery date....Sent from my SM-J320P using BariatricPal mobile app Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nmuro313 18 Posted July 31, 2017 Super Nervous, i came too far to chicken out, Somebody please give me some encouragement, August 1 surgery date....Sent from my SM-J320P using BariatricPal mobile appI had my sleeve done 7.19 I was super nervous too! I was considering bailing even as they rolled me into the OR. I can tell you that it is all worth it in the end. Some days will be hard, some days will be great. Your emotions might be all over the place as you adjust to your new lifestyle. Keep going though! I've found that this board and personal support has really carried me through. Make sure your support system is ironclad. Each person's journey is unique and I've learned that I can't compare my gains (and losses- as the scale reports) are solely mine and no one else's. We've made the steps to better our lives, what's greater than that!!! I wish you all the best of luck, smooth surgery, quick recovery, and the best of health. Stay strong!Sent from my SM-G930V using BariatricPal mobile app 1 Jerrilyn reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LeeinNJ 5 Posted July 31, 2017 Don't worry it will be fine, I was nervous also but really it was ok. The best advice I can give is when you get back from recovery brush your teeth comb your hair and walk walk walk you have to get rid of the gas they put in you during the surgery. It really helps and it is better for you recovery. I had mine I week ago on the 24th I feel great!!!!! It is a tough journey but you will do it and in the end you will be so much better off. I walked all day and night bring some cute pj's and hair ties and walk !!!! that was the best advice I got. GOod luck and keep in touch Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Missy161 395 Posted July 31, 2017 I almost decided I didn't need it , that I could do it on my own. I figured that I had my whole life to do it on my own and kept gaining back what I lost and then some. I've lost 28 lbs in 5 weeks and feel better than I ever have! You can do this!Mich WHw 223, SW 217 CW 195 GW 135 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cecimendez 8 Posted August 1, 2017 I had my surgery two weeks ago tomorrow. I was nervous too but you will be so happy once it's done. Yes, there's some recovery but the advantages far outweigh the negatives Sent from my XT1635-01 using BariatricPal mobile app Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sosewsue61 3,185 Posted August 1, 2017 Take a short walk, then a nice bath, condition your hair, if you have a partner ask them for a massage, sip some tea.....you can do this. Everyone is nervous. 2 LeeinNJ and anigerm41 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Molly23 275 Posted August 1, 2017 I completely understand. I didn't really express how nervous I was to family and friends but I thought many times about not doing it. Just try to breathe and get some rest tonight. Follow doctors orders and you'll be just fine. I was sleeved on 4/20/17 and I've lost 50lbs since then 32 lost preop. The loss has also helped resolve chronic ankle pain and has alleviated a lot of anxiety. Remind yourself of the reasons that you're doing this. It's about much more then the weight, it's your health. Every change since surgery has been completely worth it. Best of luck tomorrow!! It's the start of a very exciting journey! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
paulleonard 7 Posted August 1, 2017 You will likely be post-op when you read this but I believe taking decisive action to improve your health is important. It is not going to self correct. Last November 2016 I had my sleeve surgery. Was I nervous the night got before? You bet. Now 9 months later, I know I made the right decision. I am now at 175 and holding steady. I no longer take medication for high blood pressure and am no longer pre-diabetic. When I retire. In my opinion you are fighting to cure yourself from one of our societies greatest health problems. Congratulations! 3 Sosewsue61, LeeinNJ and Ldyvenus reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JKC2016 82 Posted August 2, 2017 Exciting! All will be well. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Luisajfc 402 Posted August 2, 2017 Hope everything went well!!! “There will be obstacles. There will be doubters. There will be mistakes. But with hard work, there are no limits.” —Michael Phelps Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dee1967 13 Posted August 2, 2017 Super Nervous, i came too far to chicken out, Somebody please give me some encouragement, August 1 surgery date....Sent from my SM-J320P using BariatricPal mobile appSurgery went well today, I was nervous and excited, when you have your family by your side, gives you strength to go forward, plus having faith in God that everything will be fine helped...I have alot of gas, walking definitely helps, i will keep you posted in my recovery...Thanks for all your support...Sent from my SM-J320P using BariatricPal mobile app 3 LeeinNJ, Sosewsue61 and Missy161 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LeeinNJ 5 Posted August 2, 2017 Glad you are feeling well and yes walking is the best thing to do Good LUck you are going to do great 1 Missy161 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
arringtonc49 188 Posted August 2, 2017 Congratulations! Walk walk walk! Also gas X strips help a lot. I did not have to take any pain med.Welcome to your new journey [emoji3].Best decision I have ever made.It gets better and better. BELIEVE ME!!!!!Sent from my D6708 using BariatricPal mobile app Share this post Link to post Share on other sites