Congratulations to you too! We're both going to feel like new women! Hooray!!! :-)

When is your surgery? I have mine in 23/7/15

I'm feeling nothing but super great vibes for you! I know surgery can be scary, but you have a great support with you (your hubby) and you are very well educated about what to expect when you wake after you go under. What I always do when they are getting me ready for surgery is ask them for an Ativan/Lorazapam to help me calm down because I'm usually cold and nervous, and I have a feeling you will be like that too. (I know like I sound like I am an expert on surgery, but in my life I have been prone to having to have them: I was in a car accident which caused me to have several reconstructive surgeries, I had my gallbladder out, and I also had a hysterectomy. So I know kinda what to expect with the putting out/waking up with surgery. :-) Anyway, I have never gotten sick with anesthetic; my throat has just been sore where they have put the tube in when I was sleeping. You may find it a scratchy, sore feeling and ice cold water makes it feel better. With the blood clots, let that be your driving factor to get up and walk walk walk! No matter how sore you are, you must get up and walk, and that will ensure you not getting any kind of blood clots. I will be watching your journey, New Friend, any new questions, please ask. I also had an open Roux-en-y gastric bypass ten years ago when I was young and it terrified me because I didn't know what to expect. I'm happy to share anything and everything I can! :-) (((hugs)))

It's totally normal to have the pre-surgery jitters but it sounds like you've got a great support system.  Being able to take off work for six weeks is a huge help also.  Also, keep checking here on the site. Many others have gone through what you're about to do. Reading others' journeys and asking questions really helps. Wishing you the best and please keep us updated.

This video may help with the nervousness.: <rs-video-player video='{"id":"7730","external_id":"4187570914001","uri":"video\/10-tips-to-fight-those-pre-surgery-jitters"}'></rs-video-player>

   

Thank you ladies for your comments of support.
I lost 5 stone through diet and exercise which is around 75lbs in American! I'm still overweight 195lbs but have good legs and a small rear. My weight is very much around the middle and bust. My belly flattens when laying down and widens on the sides, so mostly excess skin. I have exercised twice a week for the last 18 months doing a high cardio kettle bell session and a full on circuit class which has made no difference.
I have spoken to both instructors about my plan for surgery and both said "go for it" I've kept quiet about my upcoming surgery to everyone else and will say if asked I've had a hernia op.
I will go in hospital at 12.30pm and be in for 2 nights. so I keep thinking a week Saturday I'll be home and all done, which is crazy!
My pre-op is tomorrow so I'll see how that goes. I have no existing conditions, no scars, no medication. I have just started taking vitamin c and zinc and I have arnica capsules to take to help with bruising and healing. What's bothering me a bit is how is it stooping for the toilet to pee, is it better to use your leg muscles in a sort of squat or is it easier than you imagine it will be?

Thank you so much my friend. Rock on!

Oh I was waiting for a fight with the denial, appeal, proving medical need and all the rest of the garbage you need when you got through insurance. We're both getting the sweet end of the lollipop, and it's great! For me, only 41 days left. You should make a countdown too! It makes my days seem to go by faster! x