Pre-op Jitters

How did you deal with the last couple of weeks leading up to surgery?  I had a meeting today at the Kansas History Museum and drove past Tallgrass on my way there.  When I saw Tallgrass, my stomach did a flip flop and I realized just how much my nerves are working on me.  My head says this is the right thing to do, but the anticipation, knowing it's coming is getting to me!  Any advice?

I have no advice for you because I have not been there yet.  I hope to though.  I wish you the best of luck.  With any new experience, I am always a bit anxious.  I don't know what to expect even though it has been gone over many times.  I'm sure that is similar to your feelings.  I would look at it as your first major step to one of the most positive life changes you can make.  I'm envious of you.  :)  You'll be in my thoughts.

Thanks for the encouragement.  I know I'll be fine and it'll all be worth it - it's just the anticipation!  C

Oh, my gosh!   Totally understand where you are coming from!   I had many sleepless nights prior to my surgery on 8/27.  I did alot of pre-shopping for what I thought I would need immediately after surgery.  I, also, cleaned out my closets to find clothes that were going to fit the "new" me!  It was fun.  If you're anything like me I'm good for clothes for about 4 sizes smaller!! (24, 22, 20 and 18's).  And, so far I'm down 2 sizes!  WAHOOOIE!!!   I also made my husband remind me how good thin was going to feel (right after my surgery, when I was hurting).  I'm only  a month out and I love seeing people who haven't seen me since my surgery and their reactions.  The surgery.....it was nothing compared to what's happened since the wt. started falling off!  Best of luck to you!  You're going to be FABULOUS dahling!  Kschick 

Wow, already those results after only a month - congratulations!  It does help to hear others' stories and look forward to the possibilities this will bring.  I'm just ready NOW darn it!!  C

First of all...CONGRATULATIONS on your upcoming surgery!! As for jitters....been there, dont that!! LOL  I was so nervous, not in a scared way, but an excited nervousness!  I used the pre-op time to get the things I thought I would need after surgery, and spent a LOT of time just window shopping and looking at all the wonderful new (and young!!) clothes that I would be able to fit in!   Use this time to start a new hobby...I started scrapbooking and began a book for my weight loss journey....I encourage everyone to take before pics!!!  I wish you much success in your weight loss journey!!

Hello there! I had a good friend have RNY at Tallgrass in March, 2006. She has lost 155# and says she is thrilled with how much energy she has. She had no problems, and is very happy now. I had RNY on August 6th. I had the two week liquid diet before surgery (that I was not religious about) and have managed to lose 65# since that two week pre-op diet! As for jitters, I cannot say I had them! I knew what I wanted, and I knew I had some mighty prayer warriors praying for me. Most importantly, I knew that Jesus would be right there directing my surgeon's hands all through surgery! I wasn't even nervous in pre-op, and I have been known to have panic attacks in such situations! God bless, and I will be praying for you!  Hugs, LaNeta

Thanks LaNeta!  Congratulations on your accomplishments so far.  I seem to be doing better now that I am on day 3 of the liquid pre-op diet.  All of my thoughts seem to be focused on doing what I need to do to prepare.  As funny as it sounds, I feel like I am in better control of things now that I am following the pre-op diet.  Not that it doesn't suck, mind you, but I am feeling like if I can do well on the pre-op diet, I'll be able to handle the post-op changes to my eating that will come!  Good luck as you continue your journey.  Crystal 

I felt totally like you did....thinking of everything reason under the sun why I shouldn't be doing this.  But then telling myself why I am doing this....that I NEED this surgery....that I can't go on living with the weight I was and leading to some serious health issues. I kept asking myself if I didn't have this surgery...where would I be in 1 month...2 months....I would more than likely weigh more....be more disgusted with my weight....maybe have some serious health issues.  You will be fine....The nursing staff at Tallgrass are wonderful...before you know it they will be waking you up and saying its done....I'm so excited for you and your surgery....Mary

Everyone is so great here.  First I want to wish you the best of luck.  I know you can do this as I/me need you to handle this.  :-)  I am just beginning and I feel so confident when I read these posts and know that all these great people are here to help you and me get through all of this.  I am glad to hear you are ready to go.  Keep us posted.