Hi there, I'm Nikki from Sydney AUS and I have my surgery booked for Aug 22nd. I am excited but very apprehensive. Look forward to chatting with you and sharing experiences - I need all the support I can get. One question though. Is it normal to have second thoughts as your surgery date approaches? I'm hoping it's just last minute nerves!!!

Hi Nikki - welcome!

It is perfectly normal to have second thoughts! My surgery is 9/5 and I think I'm nervous, anxious, and excited - all rolled into one! I told my DH to be calm and remind myself of all the reasons why I'm doing this when I am going through one of my "I'll talk myself out of it phases".

It helps to have a list in front of you and I know for me, the side to do it far outweighs the side to not. It's OK to reach out and say "I need help!". Glad to have you here!!

Oh boy as you read through other posts you will see that you ARE NORMAL!!! Many of us have had second, third, and fourth etc thoughts. My surgery is tomorrow, and I am still going what am I doing. Yet, as mentioned look at your list for doing this and keep reminding yourself of the positive. You will make it.:whoo:

Thanks for your reply. Good luck with your surgery tomorrow. Let us know how you go!

Nikki