I have reached the point- 3 and 1/2 weeks post op- where I wonder if I did the right thing- will I ever be able to eat any type of normal food again? I mean- I know I will be eating small meals- but right now, I can't eat more than a spoonful or two of cottage cheese or soup. More than that and I end up vomiting. It almost scares me. Any advice from anyone out there?

The short answer is yes you will! Hang in there! I am almost 7 months out and eat pretty much what I want, focusing on protein first. I had a leak so I can't eat as much as most people at 7 months but here I am!

I feel your pain. I'm 10 day post op and feel the same way. It's like even when I can eat, it's only going to be a 1/4 cup. I just wonder if I will ever feel normal again. And I have been obsessing about my hair falling out. I already have thin hair. I was not prepared for the emotional aspect of this deal. Food has always been a big part of my life and now it's like I've gotten a divorce from it. I know I am not being encouraging, but wanted to let you know you are not alone. And from what I understand, how we feel is normal.

At 5 weeks out I know I did the right thing. I feel full very easily so the nutritionist and doc said to take it slow. I am still on cottage cheese, refried beans and the like. Sometimes I feel I should be ahead of where I am at. But I know I am where I should be. Remember we do not judge our inside by someone's outside.

I guess I am one of the lucky ones...***knocks on wood*** I am 10 days out and have not thrown up once. I was sick to my stomach the first few days. I have read so many success stories here that from what I have read I can tell you things will get better! Please know that. I can't believe I'm not depressed over the loss of a good friend (food) I do suffer with depression, anxiety and take meds for that, but I've not once felt like I made a horrible choice having this surgery. It's been just the opposite for me. I have felt fantastic for several days. (and that's without my hormone patch) LOL I go for my 2 week post op appointment tomorrow and hope to get that baby back on!! Just know that you have a wonderful support group here. I will keep you in my prayers. Blessings~Melanie:)

Yes you will be able to eat again...it takes time. Right now it's normal to get absolutely full on 1 or 2 spoons of food. It's super difficult to get that at first because we are so use to eating so much. Hang in there.

As the days progress and the swelling goes down you will be able to eat more.