The post op section won't load and I can't wait to ask these questions so bear with me. And before I ask them, please note I absolutely WILL follow the post op rules. I have every other time, and I will this time for sure. So now let me ask the questions:

• How difficult has it been for you to lose the weight during the first year or so?
• How long did your honeymoon phase last for you?
• I need to lose 80 Lbs to get to a 21 BMI. How long would you guess that might take? Don't worry I know you're not psychic. Just your best guess will work.

Thanks so much in advance lovely bariatric pals.

How difficult has it been for you to lose the weight during the first year or so? How long did your honeymoon phase last for you? I need to lose 80 Lbs to get to a 21 BMI. How long would you guess that might take? Don't worry I know you're not psychic. Just your best guess will work. Thanks so much in advance lovely bariatric pals.

I can't answer all your questions as I'm 11 weeks out.

1. It isn't difficult per se, but it takes commitment. It's not as though WLS does all the work -- but it does make the work more efficient. I follow all the rules as well as exercise.

2. I'm still in the honeymoon phase. I'm hoping I get a lot more time.

3. I've lost 73 lbs since December 17 -- my surgery was 12/31. I have more to lose, so it's faster than for someone with less. It has slowed way down now.

HTH!

Thanks so much Kathryn it does help a lot!

I am 10 months out and have lost 110 lbs. the honeymoon stage can last up to 24 months. It depends on how fast you lose on how much you need to lose. Follow your plan and the weight will come off. I lost 40 lbs in the 6weeks I was off work. It will happen.

Thanks so much Francie! I will defiintely follow the plan! That I do know, the harder you work in the honeymoon period and the weight melts like butter. 2 years for a honeymoon phase is awesome!