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BIGDreams4

BIGDreams4

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Hello, I'm new to this. Open and Honest time, I have been trying to do this for years and I get close to the line where I'm one appointment away and I back down, not sure why, fear, anxiety, but this is my 3rd time and I can't wait. I don't have a date yet, but they are telling me that it will be within 2 to 3 months. not backing down this time. I'm a young 43 year old , living in a body that is not mine. I have one class left, and all my doctors visits are scheduled and I'm ready.

Can anyone give me any advice, suggestions, for help with the process from here on out? Thank you in advice.
 
Bigdreams- Hi! Do you know why you are backing out each time? I know many of us feel reluctant initially, but get over it. This operation is very safe. Some people experience nausea at first but there is medicine for that. Think of it as a vehicle that will steer you into a healthier life. It is life-changing, depending on how much work you put into it. I did a pre-op all liquid diet. Once I had the operation I was prepped for a low appetite. It's been 17 days since my operation and I'm starting on soft foods. I have energy, I am motivated and I am losing weight. I've learned that as long as I follow the instructions I was given, I will be successful. Good Luck. Keep us posted.
 
don't give up. When you feel scare or anxiety is building up close your eyes and remember why you are doing this. You have reasons of your own. Either health wise or not that is your reason. They will out weigh anything anyone will tell you. If you really want it you will have it. I am 33 with 4 boys and I am going through it now. I want to be able to be more active with them. They are all I have. Keep your reasons in your thoughts. And think of the results that you will have when you get through it and do the work with it. You will be happier afterwards.
 
THANK YOU! I'm 43 years old, married 23 years, I have a 16 year old and a 3 year old. I had a wake up call when my daughter was born. went into a deep depression. And I was just weighted and I cried. I gained 100 lbs in less then a year. It was bad, but now I can't do this anymore. I have been living. I been watching life pass me by, and not part of it. I have missed so much. I have some work to do, but I'm up for the challenge. what I hope to get here and insight and people who know what its like to be in the situation we are in. The good, bad, and the ugly! Also my input to others going through the same thing.
 
BIGDreams4 said:
Hello, I'm new to this. Open and Honest time, I have been trying to do this for years and I get close to the line where I'm one appointment away and I back down, not sure why, fear, anxiety, but this is my 3rd time and I can't wait. I don't have a date yet, but they are telling me that it will be within 2 to 3 months. not backing down this time. I'm a young 43 year old , living in a body that is not mine. I have one class left, and all my doctors visits are scheduled and I'm ready.

Can anyone give me any advice, suggestions, for help with the process from here on out? Thank you in advice.
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I understand your fear I waited till I am 65 years old and had the bariatric bypass surgery and hiatal hernia surgery together on April 3rd. Very little pain going shopping with friends following week. My only issue has been my blood pressure dropping but the Dr took me off all 3 of my blood pressure medicine and doing some better. It is a life change and you have to want it for yourself primarily so you can live healthy and enjoy your family and yourself. You are so young and have so much to live for, Just take the chance and after a few weeks and you see the pounds coming off and getting to wear smaller clothes you will know you did the right thing. Stay positive.
 
Even better is for you to go to the administration posts and read them. That ticker was in the rules and guidelines that are published for our group. It's a really good document. I really urge everyone to read it. It helped me a lot in the beginning.
 
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