I was the same way I am 2 months post op and the only thing that seem to help me with the fears was just thinking of the outcome of it all, even when I was in pain, and thought man this sucks I just kept thinking the outcome of this for the rest of my life is worth the little bit of pain that I was in. Congrats and we are all here for you.

keep your eyes on the prize...your gonna be healthy, happy and sexy

Hey there girlfriend...Your date will be here before you know it...I guess I was one of the lucky ones..I had joined a medical weightloss group and when I went to see the m.d. she suggested I have the RNY...I had never thought about it before and I said sure I'll do it..after a 6 month wait due to my insurance company I had the surgery Oct 20th I was 3 months out yesterday I have lost 81lbs since the surgery I can not begin to tell you how great I feel and I thought I felt great before...I healed up quick and was back to work in a week...it's mind of matter you have to go into this with the right attitude...it's amazing...just to read all the success stories is truly inspiring... you will do great!!! Try to think of all the positives of why you are doing this....you could have all the money in the world but, your health is everything!! for the first time ever...I am 20lbs lighter than the hubby oh what a feeling it is!!! sending warm wishes your way...and remember ATTITUDE IS EVERYTHING!! GO GET EM' GIRLFRIEND!!!

I understand what you mean.. I just got my surgery date this week. Right now I am excited but I am sure at some point I will become a little apprehensive. Like everyone says looks at the light at the end of the tunnel.. We will be fine..

Just remember how much research that you have put into this decision. You know what you are doing and what is best for you. This anxiety is normal. Do not let it stop you from making the best move of your life. You will improve your chances of adding 10 yrs to your life by 40%. Like someone else said, Keep your eyes on the prize.

I would worry if you weren't worried. It is major surgery plus a major life change. BUT it a change for the positive and it is so very much worth it. Keep thinking about all the new things you will be able to do and the new life that awaits you. As it gets closer you will get nervous but just breath through it and plan on what new cloths you can buy!!!

it is all worth it. I am just a few weeks post op and would do it again in a second. It is all worth it, I promise!

Dont talk yourself into being scared..talked yourself into how well you are ogign to do.

Thank You all so very much, I truly need the boost of confidence,and I will be looking forward to shopping more often and doing other great things...once again thank you all very very much :)

Hi Alisa, my surgery date is Jan 29th and I am so excited. I think the thing that helped me the most was reading all the post on here. You just have to smile when your reading all the wow moments people have. You will do great!

You're feelings are normal. I was scared too and cancelled the first time. It's the BEST thing I have ever done for myself. Being morbidly obese effects our health and our quality of life. You are guaranteed health problems and complications down the road WITHOUT this surgery. You will be surrounded by professional medical people watching your breathing, your heart, etc. while they do this surgery. If YOU follow post-op instructions there is a 99.9% chance you will do great. Walk after surgery and as often as possible (and forever) to prevent clots and get the blood flowing. Deep breath after surgery to rid your body of the anesthesia and prevent pneumonia. After discharge get all your fluids as best you can and take all your vitamins and protein forever! You are in my prayers for peace of mind and a full and speedy recovery.
This time next year you will be doing the happy dance (actually much sooner then that)
Hugs!
Donna:)

You know I think it is very normal to be scared. You are making a big change in your life. I would be MORE worried if you were NOT scared some. I know I was too. I was both excited and scared. But I am SO GLAD I did it! I am 9 1/2 months out and down 123 lbs and to my goal weight now. I would do it all over again in a heart beat!!!!! Just know that we are all here for you and will help in any way we can. I will be praying that all goes well and you have no complications!!!
Hugs Kim

If you weren't alittle apprehensive, I would say you don't have a pulse! LOL Everyone has a whole lot of mixed emotions, when it comes to any surgery. I did all my homework (for two years), I had great confidence in my surgeon, and I was ready to make that huge change in my life, as I was starting to have asthma and said, THAT IS IT!!! My only regret was that I didn't do it sooner. If you are scared, the day of surgery, tell the doctor or nurse and they will order a sedative. I was as cool as a cucumber, the day of surgery. I have had surgery before, so maybe it was because I knew what I was in for. Maybe it was because I was so ready. But I was apprehensive, excited, etc., etc., before the surgery day. Very normal. Well worth the pre-anxiety. You'll do great and feel wonderful in no time!

Charlene

I was nervous up to the point that they were knocking me out, and now i couldnt be happier. Focus on all of the wonderful things to come and there are so many. Congratulations and welcome...this is a wonderful place you've found.

I was feeling like you was, scared and the fear, and what if complications. But like everyone else is saying keep you eye on the prize. I think its normal to be scared and have some fear. I am had mine on Jan 6, and I do not regret my decision. Like you, I wanted for a long time, but I listen to all the negative things that everyone said about the surgery and afterwards. You will gain all the weight back, so it doesnt work. The surgery is a tool to get healthier and get a better lifestyle. I know that I will make some bad choices in the future, but overall, I believe that I will make better choices. So good luck and I will be praying for you. Congrats on starting a new life!

Its normal... I almost backed out but I am so glad I went for it. The best decision I ever made. Also it helps that the positives far out weigh the negatives. I am 5 mths out...but I started noticing all my health issues disappearing with in the mth.
Sleep Apnea- Gone
Diabeties - Gone
Hunger- Gone
Healthy 110 percent And I feel soo much better in all areas. Went from 60 plus pills a day to less then 10 now.
Went from 28 to 16 and i am not done yet.
Keep thinking positive.... We will see ya thru on the other side. GL