Nervous about being sleeved 9/25/2017

[readytolose727 55]

Hello everyone,I'm a married mom of 4. I'm 260 pounds 5'7. Dealing with weight issues since I was 18. I started my journey on 7/28 when I went in for my initial consult and was told I was a good candidate for wls. My bmi is 40.5. So process started, I went through psych eval, support group, endoscopy, sleep study, exercise classes, blood work, nutrition appt. All of these appointments done by end of August. On 9/1 was my follow up appointment to make sure all of my criteria has been met. Everything was met, and they said next step would be them calling with a date. On 9/5, I'm scheduled for surgery on 9/25 (now I'm panicking, and nervous) on 9/7 I meet the doctor for a presurgery visit, it was going over what to expect pre/post. On 9/11 I have to go to hospital for preop EKG, and blood work, a long with my $500 copay I have bcbswny. Also I start my 2 week liver reduction diet. On 9/12 I go to primary to get medical clearance. Then it's just a waiting game until 9/25 @1pm. I'm excited, anxious, and nervous all at the same time. Anyone have any suggestions for pre surgery jitters would be great. Congratulations to everyone, especially the nsv I've been reading about

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[Waiting for December 3]

Prayers! I will pray for you & u pray as well. God lead u down this path to become the best u - u can be. Feel ur nerves as excitement, every time nervous energy seeps in ur thoughts turn it around into a positive thought. Imagine living in ur new beautiful body.

[readytolose727 55]

Thank you so much for your words of encouragement, I've definitely been praying and I will include you in mine. Thanks you

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[jtlee2006 2]

I prayed a lot. I really never felt nervous b/c I had prayed so much and just felt Gods presence throughout my journey. Everything went so smooth with my journey leading up to it. I just knew it was a God thing. It sounds like the same thing for you. You are going to do great. I pray that you have a fast and easy recovery.

[readytolose727 55]

I prayed a lot. I really never felt nervous b/c I had prayed so much and just felt Gods presence throughout my journey. Everything went so smooth with my journey leading up to it. I just knew it was a God thing. It sounds like the same thing for you. You are going to do great. I pray that you have a fast and easy recovery.

Thank you so much, I'll pray the same for you!!

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[Redo2017 247]

We have very similar starting stats, but I have one less kid! I was sleeved on 7/10/17 and was VERY nervous in the weeks leading up to surgery. What got me through was always focusing on the next step and being very prepared. I made all kinds of lists and wrote out all of my goals. Just over two months out I am down 52.4 since the start of my two week pre op diet and I could not be more pleased. Just keep in mind that the anxiety, discomfort, and pain will be temporary, but the sleeve is a tool that will last a life time. You will be so happy you did it!

[readytolose727 55]

We have very similar starting stats, but I have one less kid! I was sleeved on 7/10/17 and was VERY nervous in the weeks leading up to surgery. What got me through was always focusing on the next step and being very prepared. I made all kinds of lists and wrote out all of my goals. Just over two months out I am down 52.4 since the start of my two week pre op diet and I could not be more pleased. Just keep in mind that the anxiety, discomfort, and pain will be temporary, but the sleeve is a tool that will last a life time. You will be so happy you did it!

Thank you so much for the encouragement, and Congratulations on your new life style.

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[Williwaw 10]

Hey,

My first post to this site WooHoo :). Just wanted to let you know I am scheduled for 9/25 also. I was nervous last week, but the nerves have calmed down (yes, due to a lot of prayer!) Just started my 2 week pre op diet....protein shakes and some veggies...I think it is going to be a long 2 weeks! I live in AK, but am traveling to Nevada for my procedure (due to about $35,000 difference in price because I am self pay!). Hopefully the traveling will take my mind off of it some.

Hope you are doing well. Hang in there - less than two weeks now. God is with you no matter what.

[readytolose727 55]

Hey,
My first post to this site WooHoo . Just wanted to let you know I am scheduled for 9/25 also. I was nervous last week, but the nerves have calmed down (yes, due to a lot of prayer!) Just started my 2 week pre op diet....protein shakes and some veggies...I think it is going to be a long 2 weeks! I live in AK, but am traveling to Nevada for my procedure (due to about $35,000 difference in price because I am self pay!). Hopefully the traveling will take my mind off of it some.
Hope you are doing well. Hang in there - less than two weeks now. God is with you no matter what.

Congrats on your date, let's keep in contact and encourage each other along the way. Traveling should definitely put your mind to rest for a little while lol, how long will you have to stay in Nevada?

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[Williwaw 10]

I would love to keep in contact with you. How are you doing with your pre op diet? Yesterday was tough for me. Not enough calories!! Had a hard time focusing at work and was headachy and irritable towards the end of the day. My BMI was over 35 when I started the preop diet before last week, but now is has dipped below 35 as I am losing weight. So, using that excuse, I called the nurse today to see if I could get them to add a few more calories to this liquid veggie diet....no dice haha! I was told to drink more Water for the headaches...ugh :). Anyway, I hope your mind is more at ease today. Do you have a project you can focus on for the next week and 5 days?

Edited September 13, 2017 by Williwaw

[Dawnislas 74]

I am 1 year out today. Head down, no distractions, do not talk about it to others, only close family and I advise not too much. You have to get your head wrapped around the journey you are about to begin, I spent a lot of time on the Gastric Sleeve website reading about others journey. I can now wear 6-8 pants, off all medications and feel great. The hardest part of the journey is the head games. Keep your focus. Good luck. I will pray for you

[1n0nlyJoe 15]

Hey, I'm having my surgery on the same day as you! We can do this!

[Williwaw 10]

On 9/13/2017 at 11:51 PM, 1n0nlyJoe said:

Hey, I'm having my surgery on the same day as you! We can do this!

Good luck! Looking forward to it!

[travelergirl 142]

Nerves are normal. Focus on the healthy reasons you are doing this. Have faith in your medical team. Keep checking in here. We're all with you. Good luck!

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[JJinCO 1]

My surgery is scheduled for September 27 and I completely relate to everything you've said. I am so nervous and I'm on day four of my pre-op diet and I'm super grumpy. Apparently it's withdrawals from the foods and sugars I can no longer have. I know I can stick with this, but it's really overwhelming. I have found that praying works wonders when I start to feel too overwhelmed. Good luck in your journey! You can do it!