Thought I'd start a thread for those that are having their surgery July 26th so we can all vent/compare how we are feeling at each stage of the journey. How is everyone feeling at this point? I keep getting this question: Are you stressed or excited? My answer is both!

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im down 8 ponds. im more nervous than excited. im really hungry!!! i want to eat. i keep looking before and after pics to be more motivated. just took my before poc this and i keep telling its going to get better. i cant wait till the month is over.

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Feeling excited as well! This is my journey and I can't wait to get moving!

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Edited July 22, 201610 yr by Rocshae

im down 8 ponds. im more nervous than excited. im really hungry!!! i want to eat. i keep looking before and after pics to be more motivated. just took my before poc this and i keep telling its going to get better. i cant wait till the month is over.

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That's awesome that you are down 8 lbs., you are doing great! You can do this just try to stay busy. I'm going to do projects around the house all weekend and then I think I'm going to have a massage Monday to help me relax. You got this!

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Im freaking out and overwhelmed and excited all at the same time. Lol. Cant wait to prepare this weekend. 3 more days!!!!!

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I'm with you! I'm excited by soooo nervous! I made a word cloud today and taped it to my bathroom mirror as a daily reminder of why I'm doing this.

Word cloud sounds like a great idea. i work on this weekend. Also using the time off for recovery to also study for my nursing boards.

4 more days ladies!!!!!! Idk if I'm excited or nervous... I'm a little of both. I've never had surgery before and I have terrible anxiety and I just hope it all goes good!!

Are you guys planning on packing anything for the hospital stay?

4 more days ladies!!!!!! Idk if I'm excited or nervous... I'm a little of both. I've never had surgery before and I have terrible anxiety and I just hope it all goes good!!

Are you guys planning on packing anything for the hospital stay?

Here's a list I've started, although I've heard alot of peeps say to pack next to nothing. Like, am I REALLY gonna want to put makeup on?

*Gas X strips (although my surgeon said dont, the nurses will be mad if you self medicate)

*toothpaste

*toothbrush

*biotene spray

*listerene strips

*those little disposable toothbrushes with paste on (colgate maybe?)

*hair ties

*Makeup?

*Shampoo

*Conditioner

*Body wash

*Magazines

(Some said we wouldnt be able to focus on a book on pain meds)

*Ipad/charger

*Cell/charger

*Ear buds

(If u dont have a long charger cord bring extension cord)

*Eye mask

*Ear plugs

*Chapstick

*Lotion

*Pads

*Brush

*Driver's license

*Insurance card

*Glasses

*Cpap

*Slippers

*Nightgown?

*Robe?

*Pillow (for ride home)

*Baby spoons

*Go home comfy outfit

*Undies

*Flip flops

*Heating pad?

*Medications (bariatric folder says to bring)

*Bariatric folder

This is what I've come up with. If you have any opinions or ideas let me know!

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Edited July 23, 201610 yr by deekel8

Great list. I went and did my shopping tonight! Super exciting. 2 DAYS!!!!!!!!!

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Ok friends, it's getting real! Milk of Magnesia tonite, then only liquids tomorrow (this week i was allowed yogurt, Jello and pudding in addition to liquids)

All packed. I'm so ready to get rid of fat clothes, lol

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Wooowooooo. We are oh so close. Im so ready to clean out the fat clothes too. Instill need to pack. Washing clothes now!!!!! Btw i ate one chip with hot saice

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Omg 1 day left!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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I'm so excited I can hardly wait to be headed for the losers bench. Just in case tomorrow is crazy, good luck to you guys and may you have a safe procedure.

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Edited July 25, 201610 yr by Rocshae

I tried to stay busy this weekend to keep my mind off how nervous I am. House clean, laundry done, yard done, groceries bought, etc. I still have to pack a bag for my son and I, but I figure I will need something to do tomorrow night to occupy my mind.

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I did the same ChaCha. I think I'm going to get a mani/pedi tonight to calm my nerves a little bit. I am feeling so anxious right now.

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The pre op liquid was the hardest for me. I suggest you get the sugar free Popsicles. And also the sugar free Jello. They were life savers for me. Just keep looking ahead to the big picture .thats what kept me going .i had my surgery last week and I'm on my last day of thin liquids. It's much easier afterwards .you don't have much of an appetite. Good luck

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