I am upset/depressed not about the lack of things I can eat, but the lack of things I can do with my kids. I have 3 little girls a 3yr old, a 4yr old and 6 yr old and time is just flying by and I'm missing my summer with them. I can't pick things up really, I can't go swimming with them...I don't even want to go play outside with them because I'm still in pain! THIS SUCKS!!!! I realize I'm whining and venting...but wanted to get this out!

Awww it's ok you will get your stamina back. I can't tell you how fast, but actually it took me about 4 months to feel 100% normal - however now at 10 months out I have more energy now than I can ever remember!! What you are going through right now will be so worth it in the end.

I so feel ya!! I have a 7, 5 and 2. Good news is I'm really almost back to normal 2 wks out with energy returning. Doc says I'm clear for pool next week too! Just remember this is a short term time sacrifice, but the long term health and energy you will gain will be priceless!!! Joan

I'm so sorry, I know it must be difficult!! But just think of it this way: You may be losing a few wks of your summer getting to do fun things, but you are gaining yrs of better health, easier mobility, which = many many good quality times with your family!!! I can already do so much more with my family, and I still have a good bit of weight to lose. I can't wait to be free of my prison of fat completely! It has held me AND my family back for so long.

Your precious girls are gonna absolutely LOVE their happier, healthier, more energetic mommy.

I agree with Irene...it may be hard now, and I know it is, I have a three year old, but it will be soooo worth it later. Not to mention next summer. Goodness, you will be an entirely new person by then. More energy than your kids!!!

Hang in there