Here it is,5 days and I f...

Here it is,5 days and I feel so depressed today I cant stand it. I really am happy about the surgery but also sooooo scared. More about the after then the surgery itself. I hope I can keep everything straight and I do everything right. All this stuff I have to get in.So much protien and water.If they said I had to alot of bigboys and white castles I would have no problem. I could use a few extre prayers on friday if anyone cares to. Thanks for all your support Sandy and everyone else, love Cindy from Cincinnati

Cindy, You will do fine. Keep your spirits up. I'm sure wherever it is that you are having your surgery will have excellent discharge instructions so that you will know exactly what to do. And if you are having any trouble...CALL THEM! I try to make sure all my patients go home with the phone number directly to the nurses' station so they can get ahold of us night or day with any questions or concerns. I can't even begin to tell you how many people I have taken care of and many come back to visit later to let us know how they are doing. Some do come back to have hernia repairs or because they've gotten dehydrated, and EVERYONE has said that they would do it all again in a second! Sweetie, try real hard to focus on all the wonderful changes that will be coming our way and put any negative thoughts in the hands of God. I will be praying for you on Friday and will continue to pray for you throughout your recovery. Don't ever sit back and suffer anything alone. There are excellent resource people here that are more than willing to share their own experiences and off their help. Take advantage of it and take advantage of your nurses. After all, you're the reason we do what we do. God bless.

Dear Cindy, I had my surgery 6/24 and have been home a week today. I feel that I have been doing great. I am finding it diffucult to get in all the water and protein, but it is getting better as I am able to increase diet a little. I was not scared or nervous at all. I had looked forward to the surgery for so many years and had wanted it so bad, that I was just excited. When I showed up at the hospital (Kettering) an hour early, I was advised that Dr. Maguire's first surgery cancelled, so I went in at 8 instead of 10. I was thrilled. I have only taken pain medicine twice since I have been home and have only had one rough day. I wanted my surgery so bad that I had to pay for it myself. I will keep you in my thoughts on Friday and keep my fingers crossed for you. Donna Rolston

Hello Cindy, I have surgery the same day as you. I am a bit nervous but really looking forward to it. My nervousness right now is wondering If I will be able to withstand the pain and how I will be able to do for my kids (ages 5,3 & 2). My kids are going to stay with grandma for 2 weeks and then my oldest will start Kindergarten 2 days after he gets home. We have a full summer planned and surgery happens to be one thing on the agenda. I will have to make time for my recovery and not do so much. There are my fears on the table. I'm not so worried about the protein and fluids. I will try my hardest to do what I have been instructed by the dietitian and Drs. and let what ever happens go right ahead and happen. The Drs. and medical staff are there for us even after we leave the hospital if we need them. Heck we have a wonderful support system right here at our fingertips (on the compter). Take a bubble bath. read a good book and just breathe. Get started on the fun and exciting things. Like start packing your hospital bag. I know it's a bit early but it gets me excited and looking forward. Write down your shopping list of things you will need right out of the hospital. Go to the store and check out your list. Make sure you have the protein requirements etc. that the dietitan gave you. Try different products before you have surgery and see which ones you like best. Make it a game for yourself and you won't be so nervous about it. I don't know your situation or beliefs but for me I had someone at my church lay hands on me and bless me. It gave me the most comforting feeling. I know God will be with me and with the surgeons. I have faith. Hugs to you! I pray your fears will be put aside and you can see the wonderful future ahead. Angela

I have been out for 7 weeks now but I felt the same as you the what if's not about the surgery itself but what I do after wards. I took all the notes the Do's and Don'ts from my doctor and copied them I posted them on the frig and on my kitchen cupboard so I would have a reminder what to do and not to do. I also made it a plan to have a cup of something in my hand at all ties Except for eatting of course to sip all day. You will get through It isn't as hard as it seems once you get going on it. I found I ate alot of the same foods but for me it was easier because I knew wha tI had and could make it up and seperate it into my size portions. You will be fine. I had no trouble the surgery went great and my recovery is doing fine. Good luck don't worry so much Rynae

Cindy; The key here in my opinion is the support group. Since Sandy does have a good support group you should get good advice from her. I also think this site can help you along. I belong to anothe local support group and we can provide support also. If you are happy in Sandy's and are comfortable there You should avail yourself of her services. Support groups are a key piece in WLS success. Being among people who can share your joys and troubles is a magnificent help. I doubt that I would be as successful as I am without them. If you want you can check us out at wlsbutterflynetwork.org. No pressure though.

Cindy, You'll do fine. We are all here to support you. Just follow the directions from your doctor/dietician and everything will come together when you get home. I'll be praying for you on your surgery date - let Sandy know how things are going and she will update all of us in the support group. God speed, Donna