I'm excited to have gastric bypass on May 2. When he originally gave me that date it felt so dang far away. Now I'm 6 days from it & the stomach nerves are buzzing & I start worrying about the actual surgery (never even had a hospital stay, let alone surgery). But this is the start of my new life-the one I've dreamed about for 30 years. I'm ready, but I'm scared. I'm sure this is normal, but I would love some encouragement & helpful hints from you wonderful & wise surgery vets. TIA.

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Hi,

I am having my surgery on May 12th, and I was sharing your same feeling. I am so happy that the time is so close but i am worried about the pain afterwords. Good luck to the both of us:)

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Some experience a lot of pain, others don't. I myself did not have huge pain; more soreness than anything. You feel like you worked out for 3 days nonstop. There was some discomfort with certain movements, but I can honestly say I didn't have major pain. I'm almost 3 weeks out and this was my first week back to work. Of course I work in an office, so a desk job that is not too physically demanding on my body. I do have to get up and move around a bit though otherwise I get a bit sore from sitting!!

You will be fine on the day. I am nearly a year out and my only regret is that I didn't do this years ago. Follow the advice given by your surgeon and your nut, try to get moving as soon as possible after surgery. Take life at a gentler pace for some time after surgery, accept all offers of help! Most importantly, look forward to getting a whole new lease of life post surgery, you have so much to look forward to, trust me on this. Best of luck

I think I was at my worst the day of surgery. I started crying in the waiting room because no one went with me to support me and it was kinda scary. I kept saying to myself that I'm going to get skinny and be happy and there is nothing anyone can do to stop me. I had to talk to my doctor about a anxiety medication after surgery. I am good now

_{I am 27 days away from surgery. I'm pretty nervous. If I'm this nervous now, I can't imagine what I will be like on surgery day.}

9 days away and so anxious I'm practically levitating. I'd go smoke a bowl- something I haven't done since Reagan was in office- if I didn't fear the munchies so much. I'm only sleeping by the grace of Benadryl. My poor husband is probably trying to find me an Ativan diffuser for Mother's Day.

But as scared as I am, I'm more afraid of going blind or having a foot amputated or losing my freedom and mobility so I will suck it up and do what needs to be done. Hopefully in a few months I'll be back here reassuring others that it's the best thing ever long-term.

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I was a nervous wreck in the days leading up to surgery, but the morning of my surgery I was totally Zen. The nurse even had to double check twice to make sure I hadn't already gotten the Valium or whatever because I was just so calm. I'm sure you will do fine. Just find your inner skinny personal and go Zen! [emoji6]

I think I was at my worst the day of surgery. I started crying in the waiting room because no one went with me to support me and it was kinda scary. I kept saying to myself that I'm going to get skinny and be happy and there is nothing anyone can do to stop me. I had to talk to my doctor about a anxiety medication after surgery. I am good now

I'm so sorry you didn't have anyone there. I would be crying as well.

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I was a nervous wreck in the days leading up to surgery, but the morning of my surgery I was totally Zen. The nurse even had to double check twice to make sure I hadn't already gotten the Valium or whatever because I was just so calm. I'm sure you will do fine. Just find your inner skinny personal and go Zen!

I'm pretty sure I will find peace on Monday. I have moments of it now. But some back & forth with emotions. I felt a peace up until this morning when I got the call with my time of surgery. Then after the gym I ate way too much and cried on hubby's shoulder when he got home. But I'm ok now.

I own my own photography business and I'm editing as much of a wedding as I can by Sunday so keeping focused on that helps me keep my mind off of it. Also helps that I've got people praying for me. Positive self talk works wonders. Congrats to all of you with dates coming up. This is the start of our new lives!

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Sounds like you've crafted a great pre-op plan. You're already building a foundation of success.

I, too, found that when my surgery day came a calm washed over me. All my planning was behind me and I was excited to begin my new opportunity at life. I did get a little choked up when my surgeon came in to check on me before they wheeled me back but I found an amazing surgeon and felt confident and at peace putting my life in his hands.

Be well and God's speed on your recovery.

-Daniel

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Thanks Daniele.

I just started my new life as I ate my last meal and tomorrow is a liquid diet then Monday is the day. I go from excited to nervous then at peace. But deep down, I'm at peace. No one could possibly understand this thing that we go through unless they too go through it. It's huge. But this process has already strengthened me. Thanks for the support.

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Oh yes, I'm ready. Been drinking multiple different protein shakes for months. This weekend I'm doing mostly protein shakes to prepare then Sunday it's all liquids!

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You are ready!Relax and look forward to your journey!Good luck...keep us posted.

We will all be here waiting for you to update us on how you did and how you feel when you are feeling able to update. We are making room right now for all you who have surgery tomorrow or this week on the losers bench!

Good Luck, and God Bless.

Good luck! I'm so excited for us!

The one time I look forward to being on the losers bench. Lol

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Ok so I'm sorry to any guys in here and this is prob tmi but were any of you on your monthly cycle for surgery? At my pre-op they told me to stop my birth control b/c it could cause blood clots. But then said its ok if that starts my cycle. Cmon. Why didn't you tell me this a month ago so my body would get used to it. Of course I started yesterday (again) with cramps & all. It's heavy today so I doubt it stops overnight. I'm more nervous about this than the actual surgical procedure. Yuck!

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