I had my pre-op chest x-ray and bloodwork today. And I'm kind of freaking out about the changes ahead. I've been thinking about having this surgery on and off for four years, and seriously pursuing it for a few months. But now that it's less than a week away, I'm starting to mentally go through all the things I won't be able to eat. It makes me sad and, oddly, a little panicky.
I know this isn't all that unusual, and I've had moments here and there along the way but today it seems more extreme.
Big deep breath. This will be a change for the better in my life. Much better. Right?
Everyone goes through the OMG WHAT AM I DOING!!! right before surgery. I am 4 months out and would do in a second again!! I am down 55lbs!
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Skinny and Bald! JUST KIDDING! the hair loss isn't noticeable to anyone but me and my hubby because it's in my shower drain! I started taking Biotin hoping that helps! And the hair loss just started at month 4th.
ReplyDeleteKristen, everyone has misgivings, this is a major decision. When you think about what you're giving up-- think about what you'll gain.
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won't it be a great consolation not to cry or want to die every shopping trip?
To have more energy to be a mommy?
To be free of weight obsession?
To feel GOOD instead of bad about what you're putting in your mouth.
Hang in there-- soon this be done and you'll only be looking forward.
All I read is about people who are so grateful for their bands!! Keep reading...
Kristin, I have lost 50 pounds since July 15th, and so far I haven't found ANYTHING I can't eat. Some things I can only eat a few bites of, but eat slowly and savor every bite! I don't drink sodas anymore, but I tried one a few weeks ago, and it didn't taste good to me anymore! Good luck with everything and don't worry about it. It was a wonderful decision for me. :)
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