Hey everyone, been a long time since I have been on here, reading or posting, but have ran into a wall, it has 4 months since surgery (Nov 19th) I have lost 51 lbs, my big problem is that I went on vacation, ate things I shouldn't have, didn't exercise for 2 weeks and not I am in trouble and dont' know how to get back on track, went to local support group and found out it was more of presentation type of meetings, gee the night I went it was about plastic surgery to make us look better and the next one is on cooking classes, no one to talk to or give advise....I am not sure on how to get back on track, got in real trouble with Dr because I gained 4 lbs and he wouldn't give me a fill.....I was told I had to lose in the next month.....felt really bad when I left Dr office, sat in parking lot and cried. I am so afraid that I will resort to old behavior and have no local support group to go to. :cool2:

Hey, vacations happen!!! Did you have a good time? Whenever I go on vacation, my diet does too. I usually gain more than 4 lbs though so you are doing great. You've lost 51 lbs for crying out loud!!!

The first thing to do is to forgive yourself. So you gained a little weight. That is just going to happen from time to time, it's not a big deal. Are you determined to get back on the band wagon? If so, dig out the pre-surgery diet plan you got from your nutritionist and review it. Mine had me drinking a Carnation instand breakfast in the morning, a half-sandwich with salad at lunch, and a light dinner with no carbs, a drink of milk, and another carnation instant breakfast before bed time. Try doing a week or so of that kind of plan (or one you're happy with) and write everything down that you eat. Also --- this is important --- GET MOVING. If you are not exercising already start NOW. Start with a little and gradually add more every day. The exercise is not only burning calories but it also burns all those negative feelings that can creep up on you. When you are moving you are taking charge again.

I had a 10 week plateau that I was able to get off by doing the things I've suggested. I think if you have a plan, you can do it.