Im getting the gastric sleeve operation in 5 days. May 3rd. I weigh 180. I am starting to get nervous and excited . Does anyone have any pointers?

Hello and welcome. Sounds like you are on the right time schedule with nerves setting in. We've all been there.

Where are you having surgery? Are you on a pre-op eating plan?

Pointers:

1) Take it one day at a time. Allow yourself time to heal & time to focus on you.

2) Have allowed foods and beverages purchased and ready for when you come home

3) Realize that this is major surgery - You may wake up with no pain or more pain that you expected. Take it in stride and ask for help when/if you need it.

4) sleep, sip, walk. Then repeat.

5) Be ready for a brand new life and a brand new you. We are saving a spot on the Loser's bench for you!!!

Be sure to ask for help, physically or emotionally if you need it. Don't compare your journey to anyone elses and be super patient with yourself. You will be great!!!

Join us in the chat room! I see you live on the Oregon coast too! Where do you live?

We chat a lot in the evenings. I try to get in around 6 pm Pacific time cause so many people live across the country so it's 8-9:00 their time.

We have a great time gabbing and it's an easy way to get to know some of us, and get all your questions answered!

Edited April 28, 201016 yr by Oregondaisy

It looks like we could be sister. I am having my surgery on May 4, when I went in to for my initial I was 182. Ihave been doing preop diet so right now I think I am at 174. I am only 4'9", in case any one was wondering.

Good Luck and keep us posted how things are going.:lol0: