My Surgery Is December 8,2015

I'm Excited And Nervous

Start my Clear Liquid Diet 2 Days Before My Surgery

December 10th!

I have anxiety issues and so far this is the first time in my life I am not nervous! I'm excited and finally feel prepared for change. It was hard not to buy any clothes on black friday! But, I will be ordering some leggings on cyber Monday because it's a deal and those are going to be comfortable and fit for awhile! I have last testing on Dec 7th and I'll probably get super nervous after that though. Lol

December 1. Just need to be on a 1400 cal diet. Lost 14 pounds in 6 months put a couple back on. Asked about a liquid diet said it wasn't necessary. Eating more Protein these last few days, less carbs. That's the only way I don't gain. Was told I could eat Thanksgiving dinner and I gained but it's coming off I ate less than everyone else and cleared my plate as soon as I was finished eating. I guess I'll be eating puréed food on Christmas. We eat leg of lamb anyway so I couldn't eat it anyway. Getting nervous about the lap band so much negative stuff out there saying to get the other surgeries instead. I left my job last year but kept my COBRA since this is the first insurance that covers this surgery. My surgery includes 2 years of aftercare. Been doing some temp work, will look for a new job in Jan to cover our health insurance our COBRA is expensive and gong up more next year.

Oops meant to post in the lap band section

I support you and your decision, congratulations! Everyone's journey is their own, and what works for some doesn't work for others. The fact we keep striving to get to the healthy destination is to be congratulated regardless of the vehicle we arrived in. I'm impressed with your persistence and innovative approach to keeping insurance that will cover. Sounds like fills are covered for two years, hopefully with fluoroscopy.

You chose your new tool based on your research, comfort level on what would be done, etc. you have been moving down the path to get to your surgery date for a long time. Be confident in your research and decisions! I had band issues, but others do not and are very successful. I do envy those successful bandster with their intact innards and flexibility to change restriction for medical needs, etc. I'm sending the positive vibes for a great recovery for you. Based on the little bit of your story you shared, you have worked hard for this, and I am sure you will do great.

My sleeve is scheduled for Dec. 17th! Been waiting so long. I am super excited to start this new chapter of my life. I noticed when I filled out the questionaire, they had a lot of doctors listed but mine wasn't. Wondering if anyone is familiar with Dr. Louisiana Valenzuela? She is at Mi Hospital in Tijuana, Mexico. Also, anyone here from the Seattle area?

My surgery is Monday 12/14... I'm excited to start this process! The only thing I'm nervous about is the IV, I hate having them in my hand!

I've been putting together a plan for success. I bought a new fancy planner and am going to use it to track food, exercise, emotions, and weight loss. It will be neat to have it to look back on this time next year!

Great idea about the planner, Robin! Don't worry about the IV. Know that a little (very little!) discomfort is only temporary! ;)What is really good is that you are already envisioning this time next year! I am still trying to mentally get past the work involved in getting to next year. I actually might not feel embarrassed to wear shorts by summer! The prospect is exciting!

Dec 21st in Houston.

I've been very overwhelmed and feeling panicky today (being sleeved Wed 12/2). I am literally terrified about the surgery. I just want to wake up and know I'm ok...I've been awake all night just worrying about it.

I can't picture being lucky enough to actually have my weight loss efforts pay off...for whatever reason I just keep thinking what if I am in the 1% of people who has serious complications or heaven forbid doesn't even pull through the actual surgery? What if my attempts at saving my life backfire? I'm feeling selfish for even doing this because I'm afraid of leaving my family.

I'm usually a very positive person but this has just got me all kinds of worked up! I'm an emotional wreck ????

I am feeling the same. My surgery is in January but I'm too worried. All I think about is the surgery, I can't concentrate on anything else. I am horrible and too scared. But then I overthink about it and read of all stories people post on here and I kind of get my courage back. Good luck to you and I hope all goes well with you.

I've been very overwhelmed and feeling panicky today (being sleeved Wed 12/2). I am literally terrified about the surgery. I just want to wake up and know I'm ok...I've been awake all night just worrying about it.

I can't picture being lucky enough to actually have my weight loss efforts pay off...for whatever reason I just keep thinking what if I am in the 1% of people who has serious complications or heaven forbid doesn't even pull through the actual surgery? What if my attempts at saving my life backfire? I'm feeling selfish for even doing this because I'm afraid of leaving my family.

I'm usually a very positive person but this has just got me all kinds of worked up! I'm an emotional wreck ????

My surgery is Tuesday, I'm feeling the exact same way. I've been having crazy panic attacks all weekend. I spent hours googling the risks of the surgery and anesthesia cause I'm terrified of not waking up. I'm only 28, I have no comorbidities, and I've gotten my BMI down to 40 throughout the process, but I'm still so scared something could go wrong.

I'm trying to be in good spirits for the sake of my family (who is panicking just as much!) but jeez it's hard. I don't think I'll be getting much sleep for the next couple of days!

Hi. I know exactly how you feel. I had my surgery on May 2015 and it was my first experience in a hospital. I didn't sleep at all. I'm thankful my DR gave me a cd to listen called preparing for surgery and it just lets you relax and think positive. I'm thankful I had no issues during or after surgery. I'm very thankful for my experience. If you guys have any questions, feel free to ask. I attached a recent pic to show my results.

SW 320. CW 200

I am tentatively scheduled for 12/21. Given my insurance (Cigna) approves in time. I have one more appointment next week and I am done with Pre-Op appointments (Thank God!!) I'm getting extremely nervous as the days go by...

Rollergal, I am on day 3 of my two weeks of nothing but liquids and I am also gagging. Going to be a long two weeks. I'm hungry!

I am tentatively scheduled for 12/17 too. Waiting in insurance approval! I jumped through all the hoops!

Hi there. I'm scheduled for Dec 7th. Nervous excited scared all in one.

I'm in CT. Good luck to everyone

I've been very overwhelmed and feeling panicky today (being sleeved Wed 12/2). I am literally terrified about the surgery. I just want to wake up and know I'm ok...I've been awake all night just worrying about it.

I can't picture being lucky enough to actually have my weight loss efforts pay off...for whatever reason I just keep thinking what if I am in the 1% of people who has serious complications or heaven forbid doesn't even pull through the actual surgery? What if my attempts at saving my life backfire? I'm feeling selfish for even doing this because I'm afraid of leaving my family.

I'm usually a very positive person but this has just got me all kinds of worked up! I'm an emotional wreck ????

My surgery is Tuesday, I'm feeling the exact same way. I've been having crazy panic attacks all weekend. I spent hours googling the risks of the surgery and anesthesia cause I'm terrified of not waking up. I'm only 28, I have no comorbidities, and I've gotten my BMI down to 40 throughout the process, but I'm still so scared something could go wrong.

I'm trying to be in good spirits for the sake of my family (who is panicking just as much!) but jeez it's hard. I don't think I'll be getting much sleep for the next couple of days!

I didn't sleep at all last night either. Good luck on Tuesday. Let's reconnect later in the week so we can share our actual experiences!

12/21 with Elias Ortiz through A Lighter Me.