I honestly didn't think I would have the regretful feelings they warned us all we probably would. Wel, I was wrong. I have never felt such self hatred in my life. I was so freaking mad that everything I was going through those first few days was all because I was unable to lose weight successfully myself. I was hurting, a lot... sick to my stomach, yet wanting to eat. I had my surgery on Tuesday, the 10. Wednesday evening was my first attempt on the clear diet and two sucks on a popsicle and I was throwing up. I was finally able to keep some of the clear liquid diet down and was discharged on Thursday. I will admit, I feel a million times better than I did those first few days... but I miss food so much. there is no going back, and I am confident that in a few weeks the regretful feelings will be gone. Tomorrow marks my one week out... and I have made a calendar that helps me track and set goals. I did weigh today and I am down 11 pounds. I know in my heart that I needed this tool to lose and keep off the extra weight I have battled with for so long. I guess I just wasn't prepared for the emotional side or how much it was going to hurt. Obviously, I enjoy eating... but I honestly didn't realize how much I really love food! If I could eat a small bite of grilled chicken right now, I bet it would taste like a big fat steak. the trade off in the long run will be worth it, and I keep telling myself that over and over. But for all those who are still in the pre op stage, I wanted to be honest with how my experience was. every one is different 10000% and I am not trying to scare anyone at all, but I just wish someone had told me the possible effects I would go through, I felt very unprepared I guess. Thursday I go to have my staples out and register for the stage two of eating class. baby steps, but steps in the right direction. Thanksgiving is going to be difficult, but I am hoping to be able to handle creamed potatoes and maybe a bite or two of shredded turkey that's been soaked in gravy for the moisture. I know every surgeon is different, and google searches have given me so many different options... I m sticking with what my surgeon has laid out for his patients but I gotta say... I am so sick of broth and Jello, but thankful im not sick or hurting too much anymore

Congrats on your surgery and weight loss so far! I'm looking forward to being in the same club soon. I'm glad you're feeling a bit better now and wish you much success.

Well done on your losses so far...

I'm sorry, but the rest of your post is pretty much "normal"...

Most people go thru the same and most come out the other side...

Remember - you've had your body operated on, not your mind...

In the interests of not being unprepared again, refer to any part of this site for information on EVERY aspect of your sleeving...

All the information is there...

Even if you have to ask someone for help...

So, despite the fact that it may not be reassuring, enjoy the fact that what you're going thru is pretty much normal and that everyone here has either done it, or will do it in the future...

My surgery was 11/9. It was a rough first week. I appreciate your honesty! I don't know if anyone could have prepared me. I haven't had it as hard as many do, but I just want to feel semi-normal again. Today was my first day back at my desk job and it was so hard. I am usually so tough and have a high pain tolerance...not this trip. Did realize that jacking up my back the first night home was a huge set back. I was taking pain meds for my back and slept way too much and didn't walk enough. Been drinking decaf for a long time and poured out 3/4 of my morning cup of coffee at 4:30 this afternoon. Depressing. I know this will pass, but I just want to chew something other than a bioten gummy.

I felt exactly the same. I'm at day 7 at the moment, and I feel myself dreaming out mashed potatoes and pumpkin. Even shredded chicken. I think what I miss most is the texture of food now.

I regretted it for about 4 days, but it's getting better everyday and I'm definitely savouring food more which is nice.

I also read through this forum completely, and knew that some regretted it.

I just thought that I would be fine, and it wouldn't be an issue for me. But there's nothing like actually experiencing it.

I definitely felt the same way after surgery. Every day was an improvement, but those first few weeks for me were really just about surviving and getting enough fluids in. It was WAY more emotional for me than I ever expected. Physically it was ok, but it was an emotional struggle. I promise it gets way better and you will be so pleased with the results if you stick to the plan.

Today was a much better day!! Hoping I turned a corner.