Is this normal...

[Datamomof1 11]

I am 5 days post-op and only down approx 5 pounds is this normal? Did I have grandiose expectations?

I had lap band 5 years ago this was a conversion to sleeve but I just felt like the weight came off quicker ???? Feeling really discouraged

[Whitney1968 54]

Feel lucky. Mine didn't come off that fast.

[BLERDgirl 6,417]

Yes 5lbs is perfectly normal. Not everyone has huge numbers. Don't compare yourself to anyone.

[WPBFoodie 31]

That's 5 lbs in 5 days, that's more than great. Especially considering you may still be swollen from fluids given in the hospital.

[The Candidate 3,215]

Sounds good to me!

[Christine99 69]

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Edited September 30, 2015 by Christine99

[Miss Mac 6,261]

I gained 8 pounds during the two days I spent in the hospital. By the time I lost that and 6 more, I hit the dreaded third week stall - which lasted over a week. It wasn't really until 4 weeks that weight started coming off steadily.

[Datamomof1 11]

Ok well than I guess based on yalls current replies- I'm just cranky... Husband says stop weighing myself... Be patient. Thanks everyone!????

[krista132 213]

Completely normal. And I agree with your husband. Don't weigh yourself more than once a week. It will drive you crazy. Trust me, the weight will come off. You are only 5 days in! Don't stress.

[con con 142]

You are doing great. I've only lost 8lb and I'm in my second week. I'm having difficulty getting in all my Protein. So maybe my body is in starvation mode? All the best

[Gemini0621 23]

I'm going into my 3rd week and i've hit a stall. It's a struggle getting my Protein in and i'm still never hungry. I've heard it will pass. Our bodies are in shock and it takes time for it to catch up. Good luck to you!