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womanonamission    12

womanonamission
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Hello all!!! I started my actual weight loss journey in September 2017 but debated about it for over a year. I have researched everything, and still researching. I just finished my last nutrition class today and now hoping to get a surgery date. In my research I have heard and read that the first two weeks after surgery are the worst. I have high anxiety about going under, and now even more anxiety about post op. Can anyone share their post op experiences. I read one person cried everyday, some people said it was hell. Does anyone think their post op was not as bad as being described. It doesn't matter b/c I'm moving forward because I'm on a mission, but it will definitely help put my mind at a little ease.

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Seevan    32

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I was sleeved in September 2016. My post op recovery was ok. Every one is different. But I studied and knew what I was getting myself into. I'm 50lbs lighter.. Feel better..... walk longer. Clothes fit better. Still some sort when I eat some foods it bothers me. Well I won't do that again. I go to my dietician as much as I can. Work out in the at least 3 days a week. I'm having some fun . Wish you well. Let's stay in touch...

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You're title is exactly right! It is the start of a journey that really never ends! And everyone's journey is different physically and emotionally. For me, the recovery was pretty easy. I didn't physically have much pain and I was back to work in 2 weeks. Emotionally, it was a little tough because I basically lost my go-to coping mechanism. But if you go into it knowing the first couple or few weeks will be emotionally challenging, at least you are prepared for it. I didn't realize that the emotional would be harder than the physical. But, that passes like everythinng else and you will be SO thrilled once you see the results (physically and emotionally as well) if you stick to the plan. Good luck to you!

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womanonamission    12

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Thanks ladies! Just found out there were apps for bariatric surgery and I will be using this a lot! I'm praying my recovery goes well and that I will soon have a date. Also my post should I have said that I started September 2016 although I've thought about it since 2015. Super excited but still nervous!

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