New to this forum. After a long process I was approved for surgery and now it is coming fast, less than 3 days away. I am so scared, more scared than I thought I would be. Afraid to die and if I am making the right decision.I went through this process over 2 years ago and changed my mind before scheduling surgery and then regreted it after doing yet another fad diet that failed again.I was doing really good, looking forward to the surgery, but now worried since it is so close. I have 3 young boys who need me, but need me healthy too so that is why I am doing this. I started at 292 and I am now 272, I am 5'11" tall, in my early 30's. Anyone else extremely scared prior to surgery? Any advice/reassurance? Are you happy you made this choice? I will continue to read this forum all weekend, so happy I found it

You'll do great just breathe

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It's totally normal to be nervous

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I was scared s******* and now I'm 3 months out this still worried about my life some days. It was a very hard decision for me but I was looking at pre diabetic that's what change my mind. I have 2 kids that I worry about not having their mom so I made the choice to be healthy. And so are you is great is your fixing to start this journey just remember to trust your self. I'm lost 50 pounds in 3 months and I can't believe it. I truly did every day diet that was out there bought every exercise equipment there was join a gym Was on Weight Watchers lost the weight then gain the weight. Even though I have struggled for the last 3 months I know this was the best decision for me and my family and my health. If you need someone to talk to feel free to contact me. Good luck just think you're doing this great Thing for you and your family.....

I was fine with having the surgery, but my has band was scared to death. The day of the surgery he threw up several times that morning. Just relax and take deep breathes.

I will tell you this your first few months are tough, and you need to remember your boys during that time. You did this so you could be healthier to be with them.

I was scared s******* and now I'm 3 months out this still worried about my life some days. It was a very hard decision for me but I was looking at pre diabetic that's what change my mind. I have 2 kids that I worry about not having their mom so I made the choice to be healthy. And so are you is great is your fixing to start this journey just remember to trust your self. I'm lost 50 pounds in 3 months and I can't believe it. I truly did every day diet that was out there bought every exercise equipment there was join a gym Was on Weight Watchers lost the weight then gain the weight. Even though I have struggled for the last 3 months I know this was the best decision for me and my family and my health. If you need someone to talk to feel free to contact me. Good luck just think you're doing this great Thing for you and your family.....

When was your surgery, I'm 3 months out 8/27/12 and I have 2 daughters and I'm 64 lbs down from surgery

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I was terrified but even with my complications I got thorough it fine. I had mine on 11/19. I'm only down 18 pounds but I think I've lost inches. Should have measured!! I still have days where I question the surgery but overall each day gets better!!

Lol 8 months out from surgery. Ran the full gambit of emotions prior to the surgery. From excitement to pure terror. Remember to breathe. Now down over 70 lbs. I feel fabulous! It was the best decision I ever made for my physical health! I can now chase the grandson and keep up (he is 2). My greatest fear was he would dash into the road and the lard on my body wouldn't let me save him. That fear out weighed any fear of the surgery. I also go to the support groups! I have people in my life that have also had the surgery. They helped me through!

I had surgery yesterday. I was also nervous. It wasn't as bad as I expected. My tummy is a little sore, but no real pain. You will do great .

When was your surgery' date=' I'm 3 months out 8/27/12 and I have 2 daughters and I'm 64 lbs down from surgery

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I had my surgery Sept 12..