Hello:) well here I am and sure did not think I was going to need weight loss surgery at the age of 43.. But at lest we are all doing something about our problem!! I got my date for the sleeve on Jan 28th !! I'm super excited but scared to death! Any advice? I will take all the support I can get.

Congratulations on your new journey! I'm still adjusting. You will do great. Everyone's recovery is different, but you'll do great. Try to do all your cleaning and shopping prior to surgery. The simplest things for me are exhausting right now (I.e. walking the dog).

Edited January 13, 201412 yr by FitnFabfor2014

I was scared too.. It is normal to feel that way. Keep your body and mind busy in the meantime. Ps I did ask for a relaxer when I got to the hospital since my doctor was delayed for 2 hours with my surgery.

Congratulations! I was scared also, and it is normal to feel that way. This was one of the best decisions I have made in my life. I am well on my way to a healthier and better life.

As you will have read on the forum; lots, lots and lots of walking to help relieve the gas (did I mention lots of walking? ). You wont need much at the hospital: PJ bottoms, toiletries, chapstick, gas-X strips and not much else...so don't over pack.

Everyone recovers differently. The beginning of the journey can be a little rough on the emotions and dealing with the head hunger. But this too shall pass. Take your time and get lots of rest, remember you will be healing from major surgery. Try not to over do it. This isn't a race..it is a lifelong journey to a better you.

Good luck.