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I apologize that I am asking a million questions on this forum, but I have another I'm 5 days post op and was told to do a clear liquid diet until a full week after. Today, I wasn't starving, but really felt like my body needed food. So I ate a tiny about of tomato soup and some sugar free pudding. I didn't have any trouble getting it down, but I am unsure if when I am full. Obviously, I knew enough to stop eating after the pudding, but how do you know when you're full? Sadly, I'm used to knowing I'm full because I've finished the food on my plate. Do you just measure it out for awhile? Any suggestions?

I measure out 3oz of meat and 1oz of vegetables. I can't always finish everything on my plate but by weighing my food I make sure that if I do eat it all I am not over eating. This also makes my tracking more accurate. I never eat more than 4oz at a meal.

Just got the call! Have to be in at 5:30 am extremely nervous, but also excited. Not sure how many friends and family I have that are actually in support of this and it's taken me many years to come to this decision along with this past year of getting clearances! All my drs can agree on seem to be this procedure! I truly hope I have no complication and that I am making the right choice. Thank you to this support groups for at least giving a safe place to voice my journey !

Hi all, I'm a loser! It's the first time I've ever been happy to say that! Truly, I am 13 days post surgery and really losing weight, something that has been so difficult for me since I had a hysterectomy. I'm a bundle of nerves, happiness and full of water (lol). I'm also full of questions... My doctor is never really forthcoming about how much weight he thinks I will lose. He gave me an estimate, grudgingly, but never really said he thinks I will lose ______. I'm curious to know how much weight everyone else lost 2 weeks, 1 month, 3 months, 6 months and 1-year post surgery. Yes, I know, everyone's journey will be different, but I'm excited and nervous and I have no true knowledge to grab to level set my expectations. I looked for a local support group here in NYC/Brooklyn, but nothing. I know I could get this kind of feedback in that group setting, but since I don't have one, can anyone help me out here? For instance, I'm 13 days past surgery, and I've lost 11.5 lbs, a total of 28.7 since the pre-op diet. I know it isn't a contest, but I was wondering if that is on par with others. I don't have lofty goals, I want to lose 100 lbs total (from my pre-op weight), and I know that it will take some work - just the surgery won't do it, but I would love some ideas on how much others lost...The success stories are great but don't give me an understanding of the journey, the milestones. I mean, just that moment of stepping on the scales and seeing yourself under 200 lbs! When was that - post surgery? HOW was that? I'd love to hear. Also, those little measuring sticks below your signature... ADORABLE? Where did you get them? I love it! Thanks!!!

I watched this video yesterday and I am so happy it did, it sure made me smile. Its a good watch if you've got the time.

I do think my cycle is just off.. pretty sure I'm starting today... which would mean it's like every 45 days. I think. My skin has actually done the opposite.. acne cleared up and my mood swings calmed down

Does your hospital or surgeon offer support groups? Our team here has support groups meeting at the various hospitals about once a week for both newbies and vets. Look into something like that. There are also boards that are specific to the state you live in which might have some resources.

I ,point blank, told anyone with a negative opinion that I didn't have room in my life for that. If they can't be supportive and positive, not to talk to me about it. I almost lost a few friends... others quickly realized our friendship is more important and have been super supportive!

As a 16 year old having bypass surgery I was approached by many people who were either supportive or toxic. I say toxic because making the decision to undergo WLS is not something easily decided and many people try to persuade you out of it. It required a huge team of thinkers (including me) coming together to create a plan that would help me live my best life! A lot of people can't see what were trying to do because they lack empathy and they are scared for us, and fear manifests itself in many different ways (anger, anxiety, negativity), and yes it's true we could die on the table but we can also get hit by a bus, That's just life. 6 years out and looking back now I can say it was the best decision I ever made. I came to realize that there are three types of people in the world. People who: 1. Make things happen (Oprah, you and me) 2. Watch things happen (the spectators, the one's that root for us to fail) 3. Look at their life and say "what just happened" (the victims) You should feel soo proud of yourself for making a step in the right direction for yourself and the lives of the people around you. However you or any of you choose to move forward know that you're not alone and we're all hear to support you

Hope this comes across well in text - Have you tried your best with diet and exercise? I'm betting that you have, much more than he knows. For most people surgery is a last resort, not a first. Weigh the evidence against his opinion. Does it support it? If not then he is wrong. Move forward in whatever is best for you. You are the one that has your full story. Hugs and all the best!