Hi My names Louise, age 30 and I am from London in the UK. I am going to have my gastric sleeve operation on the 12th of November 2015. I am currently on my liquid pre-op diet. I am looking for a buddy/ buddies to help me along with my journey as to be honest I am petrified of the unknown that is yet to come. Most people I have told about the surgery other than immediate family for example people at my work place have been very negative about it, telling me horror stories about people they know who have died etc or been really ill after wls. I suffer with panic and anxiety anyway and take medication to help me with this, and all the negativity has clouded my positive vibes towards the surgery and I have been very anxious the last couple of weeks, and now that the surgery is drawing nearer I have been quite emotional about it all. My partner and 6 year old son have been very good and supportive but I feel quite alone in my experience as I do not have anyone who truly understands the struggle of it all. Most people I have told have said I am mad to do this to myself, when I thought that loosing the weight would be a positive thing?

Any how I hope that at least someone some where will read my little message and I can make some new friends

who will support me through my new journey.

Love and Hugs

Louise

Hi Louise,

I'm scheduled to be sleeved on November 17th and I'm very excited. First of all, don't allow anyone to make you feel as if you've made the wrong decision. You are doing this for yourself and your well being. It's okay to feel anxious because it's surgery and we all fear the unknown. I've been following people who have had their surgery on this website called, "realself.com" and it has really helped me. Why don't you check it out so you'll know exactly what to expect. Good luck and let me know how you like that website.