sroberts
1 month post op
Jun 28, 2010
1 month ago today I had a roux n y gastric bypass. It has been a challenging month. But I am happy and excited about the future. It has been challenging. The first few days at home, all I could think was "What have I done to myself??? I can't do this! What am I gonna do now??" But I'm happy to say that these thoughts passed quickly and I am now feeling much better about this decision. You know, I prepared for this - mentally, emotionally, lifestyle and eating changes - however I wasn't totally prepared for the reality of my new life. I've been reading that these thoughts are "normal" for many post-surgery bariatric patients.My clothes are already too big. My bras are too big. That sounds weird and looks even stranger on the screen as I type. I am looking forward to new changes. I am noticing that I have to overcome old fears about moving. Before the surgery, I was afraid to walk or move around too much because I thought I would get hurt or have a heart attack. Now I have to tell myself that I CAN walk. And when I do walk the routes that I used to be afraid of walking, I am happily suprised that I am able to be so mobile. I know things will only get better. On July 2, 2010 I am going for my first follow up appointment and then I will be able to step up the exercise from just walking. I will be starting aquafit and zumba classes!! I love life! If anyone is reading this, be encouraged, don't give up, things will get better, you can do it!
