got2bethin

Oh well I won't be doing that. The last time I was biteing and sucking I got pregnant.

Go2bethin you need to slap your husban and tell him to Handel it him self for a while. And take time for your self. And I'm a man saying that.

Surgery on 7/30/12 down 34 lbs

I don't think there is a single person on this forum that cannot relate to your frustration at the time the process takes but...perhaps you may have unrealistic expectations? If you read other posts on the forum, there are tons of them, I think you'll find that on the average the process takes three to six months. If you can get it all done in three months, that's really quite good. Again, we can all relate to wanting to get it done asap. But it is what it is. Stressing out over it will not likely change the timing. And changing surgeons probably will not either. Your surgeon may well be a jerk. But there are a lot of things that have to be accomplished with and by the insurance company before the surgeon can move forward. Patience is not only a virtue, it's a necessity. Pre-op and post-op.

Surgery 2/15/2012
Total of 106lbs lost

I had my surgery on April 23,2012. Almost four months post op. I have lost 65 pounds. I would've never been able to do this with out the wls. Starting wt. 297. Current wt. is 232.

Keep doing EXACTLY what you're doing. Follow the protocol as close to the letter as you can. Stay active. And...YES the weight absolutely, positively, beyond any shadow of a doubt will come off. And as others have said, long term there are very few things that you will never be able to eat again. You WILL reach your goal and you will Celebrate your decision every single day for the rest of your new life. What you're feeling right now is quite common (as you can tell from the responses). It will pass and you're gonna love the new you!!!

Oh well I won't be doing that. The last time I was biteing and sucking I got pregnant.

Oh well I won't be doing that. The last time I was biteing and sucking I got pregnant.

Oh well I won't be doing that. The last time I was biteing and sucking I got pregnant.

Be glad u are at a point where u can workout. . I can't eat enough calories to workout yet. I'm ready to walk and dance etc, but I'm exhausted still.

I get so frustrated when people tell me I took the easy way out. Obviously they know nothing about it. I believe this is harder in some ways than a diet.

Yep! I felt the same way. No one told me I would be in so much pain I would need help to wipe my ass!! The first 2 weeks was pure hell!! But, I think people are scared to make people aware of the truth so they won't change their minds because of the rewards.

I think we all go through this period. I regretted my decision when I was hving a hard time keeping foods down. I was miserable and emotional. It was a real struggle to remember why I did this. It is hard to drive down the road and see all the places you used to eat, but now you can't. I hated hearing what I am about to say so please bare with me. It does get easier and the weigh comes off and you will remember why you did this. Keep your chin up! This is a temporary stop on this life changing event!

This to shall pass.... DL needs to provide you with some advice. !!! He inspires me !!

You aren't alone in the wtf's...... But it will get better. And you need to focus on the positives. 24lbs is awesome! food is a hard thing to part with because you still need it to live. Unlike cigarettes.... Just have to keep food under control don't let it control you! Good luck! You can do this!

Ready? Catch! Just threw a big hug your way. I think we've all had the WTFs. Everyone finds their personal way to cope. My mantra is no food is as important to me as living a long and fulfilling life with my kids. You will feel better in time. I will be 7 weeks post op on Thurs and I have lost 50 lbs. I feel better than ever! Went out to dinner to tonight and had a little bit of my husbands salad, 2 small meatballs, a couple of bites of roast chicken and a couple of bites of thin crust pizza. Felt satisfied and like I was part of the family again. You will get there!

I understand what your going through. I had my surgery 4?27/12 and I still have days like that. I'm afraid in my case it might be a life long battle. Hang in there

Hang in there and stay strong. Try to focus on why you did this. Slowly you'll be able to add foods back... IN MODERATION! I found bean or chicken burritos are good, grilled chicken snack wraps go ok. You'll eventually find strength and joy when you overcome food hurdles (past habits). Good luck!

Thanks everyone for the love and understanding. I am trying to keep things in perspective but I'm struggling. I appreciate being able to keep it 100 here and be honest.

I totally hear ya, I am only 4days post op and I am already so miserable dealing with all the pain I am having regret thoughts as it is. That being said, I am trying to focus on the fact that I over indulged all this time so I can give up some of my faves till I heal and get into a healthier routine. Hang in there lady, take the positive and use the negative to push your father towards your goal!!

Dear got2bethin, don't you worry one bit about having the wtf's. I have been having them over and over and over. I am one month out am starting to test different foods but everything makes me feel nauseous. Protein Drinks come right back out or make me I'll all day. Thank you for bringing up the wtf's.!! We will survive, we will get thru it and I thank everyone on this board who helps out with the positive suggestions. You keep being strong, one day (hopefully soon) we will also say this has sooooo been worth it.

Hang in there!

I'm a little over 2 months. I'm at the wtf stage... I'm not able to eat normal food like everyone else,but I was able to eat chicken once & now vomit. I'm never hungry & when I'm hungry it's like I feel like a bird. I can only enjoy mash potatoes,sunflower seeds,water,small steak, and idk what else I eat Lolz I'm starting to miss real food but as time passes I'm sure we will enjoy the food we once enjoy again in small amount except oil,grease,butter.