KristinInCO

I am going through a divorce as well. I am concerned about the opposite problem. I can't eat when I am under stress. In fact, if I try and do anything beyond sipping Water or herbal tea, I feel the need to vomit. I was banded a month ago and have lost 30lbs. YUP...you heard me...30lbs in a month. I am telling people it was because I had WLS, but the truth is, I have no appetite. I am worried about this because I am not getting the medical benefits of learning to eat real food, recognize when I am full or any of that. I have emotional anorexia. My husband left because he was convinced I was cheating on him. I know my weight loss would only have added to his crazy suspicions, so I know it was time to end it. He is VERY controlling. I guess I should be happy for my freedom, but I have been "institutionalized" over eight years. It's like a prisoner leaving jail...but not knowing how to function in the "real" world. Good luck to us all having to deal with such major life changes together!

I ADORE you!!!

It was AMAZING!! I am so happy I went!

Thanks for all your wonderful input! based on your recommendations, I think I am going to load up my iPod with the Footloose soundtrack, head back to the gym tonight, take a nice stroll on the treadmill or maybe really slow on the elliptical. Then reward myself with a nice swim and soak in the hot tub! Thank you all again so much. This forum has been an invaluable partner in this journey. I feel like I have an extended family who knows exactly WTF is up with this craziness! PS...I have been able to eat a little more, so I am much less of an a*****e now

Hey Team! I was banded on 9/27/11 (three weeks ago, tomorrow). I was told that I was not allowed to go back to my workout routine until I reached one month post-op. The thing is: I am not your average 250 lb woman. I have always been very active (side effect of living in Colorado). In fact, I finished a tri and a half marathon less then a month before surgery. I have been in a bad depression for the past two weeks. I finally started to come out of it this weekend. I feel, other than my "break up" with food, that my lack of gym time has really effected me mentally. I am usually very high energy and annoyingly happy and positive. I have been kinda an a*****e lately. What is the consensus about getting back to working out? I feel like I can go...and just take it easy. I have lost 23lbs in the month since my pre-op physical (9/15/11). I have plateaued the last week and a half, so I think the gym will help me get off this damn plateau! Has anyone started working out prior to the doctor's OK and lived to tell about it?

I just have to say, "I love you guys!!" I have been feeling like a crazy person. I couldn't figure out why I was so down when all I could think about for the past three years was how bad I wanted this band. Tomorrow is my three week post op anniversary...and I am just now starting to feel human. Thank you for reminding me I am not alone!

I love reading the blogs! I know blogging for me has been a great tool! http://bornagainkristin.blogspot.com/ I will warn you...I am pretty raw and I use the F word a lot If you are offended by Sex and the City or just about any article in Cosmo...don't read it If you have a sense of humor and can laugh at yourself and this process....then it maybe for you!

I love the support here!! I was banded on 9/27 and EVERY TIME I sip something I feel like there is a knot in the center of my chest. I am relieved to hear other people are feeling that, too (is that evil of me? ) I have found warm, herbal tea is a nice relief. I don't feel hungry at all, unless I see a commercial that reminds me how delicious KFC is . In fact, I am FORCING myself to down at least one Protein shake a day. I know I am not getting enough calories, protein and fluids just because I would rather go without then feel that ache in the center of my chest. I am working on that. 22lbs down since my pre-op physical on 9/15!

Thank you so much for posting about the "emotional" part. I am one week out of surgery as well and am having the EXACT same experience. I have to FORCE myself to eat. I am down 7 lbs since last Tuesday. I feel slow, lethargic and like an emotional basket case. I am usually such a happy person. This week I have sobbed uncontrollably daily and can't figure out why. I returned to work yesterday and had to leave early. I never do that. I went home, crawled into bed, cried myself to sleep and woke up 15 hours later. I am determined to be focused and positive today. I started the day with a Protein shake and a cup of herbal tea. I WILL put a smile on my face and focus on having a great day. Thank you again for sharing this! It makes me feel better that I am not the only malnutrition, emotional wreck out here

I'm getting banded on the 27th which is kinda like the 29th in S. Korea I was looking for someone who was around the same time I was. I am getting really nervous, too. I have waited 3 years and can't believe it is a week away! Good luck! I look forward to sharing our progress!

I am so glad you brought this up. I am about to be banded on 9/27/2011 and wonder if it will help. I am afraid that this is my last hope. I have lost 80lbs in 2009, but have put most of it back on again (which was my drive to finally get banded). I am so happy this support group is here. Thank you for sharing your story. AND trust me....it is not non-human to have metabolic issues. I lost 80lbs by living on lettuce, vinegar and Water, working out 2 hours a day....and even THAT took me 6 months. I even participated in a triathlon and 150 mile bike ride...so you can't tell me I am not in shape.

The reason my band works for me is not because of the little bit of restriction I feel on occasion, but because I told everyone I was having this surgery and now that I have had it I will be the biggest loser ever if I don't lose the weight. This is the EXACT reason I have told EVERYONE I know I am having this surgery! Hurry up September 27!!

The reason my band works for me is not because of the little bit of restriction I feel on occasion, but because I told everyone I was having this surgery and now that I have had it I will be the biggest loser ever if I don't lose the weight. This is the EXACT reason I have told EVERYONE I know I am having this surgery! Hurry up September 27!!

Amy...I am totally with you! Other than 3 days pre-op Clear liquids only....I am a little concerned. I would love to hear people's suggestions!