Earwood

Thank you to everyone who has responded. I may pick up that book NCsleever63 suggested and/or seek out some therapy. When you undergo a WLS in the city I live they require pre-op counseling, however, since I went to Mexico none of this part of the journey was ever discussed. Takes time to form new habits which I'm ok with. Think I was so focused on researching and getting the surgery itself, I failed to think about what happens once the procedure is done. Thanks again for all your feedback! Glad I joined this site.

Aug 30th. Down 21 lbs! I'm not excersing yet...I have some back and hip problems I'm hoping will ease as the weight comes off and then I'll start walking and maybe some fun zumba classes at the gym. Mostly Water, Protein smoothies, juicing and yogurt. I did try some refried Beans today and was able to eat a little bit ok. Sorry to hear of your troubles Iggy...you'll be in my prayers

Had my surgery 2 weeks ago with Dr Almanza and feeling pretty good. I've already lost almost 21 lbs! However a lot of that was water weight for sure. Stil feeling great when I step on the scale though I know this is only the beginning and I'm excited for the future. Having some minor problems with acid reflux but nothing major. It's the psychological battle as it pertains to my previous relationship with food and my 'food habits' that I'm dealing with now. I don't feel hungry at all but it's the simple things like coming home from work cooking a big unhealthy (but yummy) meal and sitting down eating all my comfort food that made me feel good and was the relaxing part of my day that I miss. Learning new healthy habits will be a work in progress for awhile but feel it will not only benefit me but my whole family as well. Interested in hearing from anyone further out post op than me to share 'what comes next' or what I can expect going forward. Thx