I am so scared yet very excited about my surgery date finally arriving! But... I'm scared that I won't wake up . I've been signing all these forms and on each of those forms are reminders that there is a chance of death. I already knew that why would you keep reminding me? I have two little ones (both under 5) and I am scared/worried that that just may be the last time I ever see them. Has anyone felt like that?

I am so scared yet very excited about my surgery date finally arriving! But... I'm scared that I won't wake up . I've been signing all these forms and on each of those forms are reminders that there is a chance of death. I already knew that why would you keep reminding me? I have two little ones (both under 5) and I am scared/worried that that just may be the last time I ever see them. Has anyone felt like that?

I think many of us have felt that way. I was a little scared, but I had 5 previous surgeries with no issues. I had the surgery on aug 6th and I have lost 78 lbs. I'm sure you will do great! Soon you will be on the losers bench on your way to a healthier, happier you to spend much quality time with your family!

Thanks! That's comforting. I am so excited but I can't stop thinking negatively. I guess that is normal. Thanks! And congrats to your weight loss. I bet that is so exciting and makes you feel so comfortable and feel like there are no limits! It must be such an amazing feeling. Good luck and Congrats!

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Yes i know and understand the feeling of not waking up.... I thought the same thoughts prior to having surgery I have had 2 surgeries prior to this one but this surgery was very major to me and i survived... In life there are no guarantees but you have to be honest you could have died along with any of us at any point in life not just because you are having bariatric surgery( dont take me the wrong way I am compassionate and care about ppl) I prayed, played gospel music all day the day before surgery, and asked the Lord to be with me.... He did and i am happy!!! I give Him all the glory and praise!!! It was a very difficult decision to make but i knew i had to do something about my weight/overall health!!! You cant live life with a ton of what ifs!!! Now that im 2 weeks post-op and 20lbs lighter I truly am grateful for trusting and believing everything would be all right. I had my surgery Dec 28th. MUch much success to you on your surgery and the days ahead. I truly believe you will be fine!! Keep the faith and stay positive!!

Hugs, TD41

I too worried about not waking up. In fact, I was terrified by the thought. I was thankful for the shot of Versed before my surgery. Remember, worrying is like praying for something that you don't want. Try to relax. Pray. It's going to be ok.

Wow thanks! I've never heard that before, "worrying is like praying for something you don't want". I've been praying like crazy! I went to church today and they all prayed for me. I'm no longer scared with church and expressing how I'm feeling on here cured my fears lol. Thanks guys! I will post after surgery tomorrow

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Congrats on the weight loss btw. That's awesome!

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Mom of 2 I am struggling with that right now. The fear and anxiety has woken me up and I did not go back to sleep and I have to be up at 5:15 and trust me when I say sleep is my best friend. I DEVOTE 8 hours everynight cuz I am a teacher of little ones. I make myself go to sleep ay 9 every week night. Anyway.... I am struggling with that same exact thought right now and I did some more reading and it is a safe procedure and fatalities are rare. I guess that is why they give us an EKG before hand to make sure our hearts are ok. I have done many courageous things in my life and one was giving a daughter up for adoption in 89. I found her online in 06 and her boyfriend had a brain tumor and I keep telling myself if he can have 2 brain surgeries that are much more dangerous than the sleeve than I can do this. I am trying. When is your surgery? Mine is Jan 30. They say this surgery is prob a tad bit less dangerous than lap band only for the fact that lap band introduces a foriegn body inside you.

Keep me up to date. I also have the same fears. I have a 13 yr old who at times is like a 2 yr old and he needs me, so does my 28 yr old, he may not need me the same way but I am his mommy and we have a special bond cuz I had him as a teen. You will bethere after for your babies and I will be there after for my big babies.

Hi there Rycherchick! My surgery was yesterday morning and it went well! Surgery was scheduled at 8:30am but surgery was done by that time which is nice because of the anxiety I seen creeping up. My biggest fear was losing my kids but thank god I woke up after. You will do great! Fear is normal. With faith and prayers you will definitely be heard. Congrats on the decision you have made to get the surgery, it takes courage. Thank goodness for all of the pre op testing a. Prayers headed your way. Congrats and good luck! Keep me posted.

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