NancyNYC

Hello! I am hoping that someone can provide some advice or encouragement for me! I am 2 weeks post - op and feeling depressed and hungry - but just thinking about food makes me sick! And, to top it all off, I have not lost any weight since last Friday! Will I ever feel normal again? Does all this go away?! I want to eat food again and not feel like I am going to die! Please help. Nancy

@xoxococojay - I have read the trolls going on about how easy this is. You have absolutely no idea how angry that makes me to read that. This has been the literal worst 6 weeks of my entire life. I understand how people can get back to their old ways, but physically right now I can't so it even something I can think about and after what I've been through, I would never.................. @violetisle - I totally understand. Are you sure you want to do this? I am not being judgmental, its just been a rough 6 weeks and I have hated every minute. I think though I am in the minority with stomach adjustments! I am here if you want to talk!

Yes @reverseforward and @Smores !!! Exactly why I didn't tell anyone! Quite honestly I don't know HOW anyone gains the weight back - I am almost 6 weeks out and can barely look or eat food still without feeling nauseous. On the flip side because its been 6 weeks of hell, I wish I had told someone that could have talked me out of it because I am so miserable from the nausea I would take back the 40 I lost plus 40 more. But I do get what you're saying. People try and help, but I don't think they always have the best intentions.......................

Hi @VooLivre2017 I totally understand where you are coming from! That's my reasoning too! So many judgmental people and I don't want to hurt from their comments and I don't want to have to explain myself to everyone. This is HARD. Hardest thing I've been through in my 43 years and I don't want anyone telling me I took the easy way out....but I will say the support I have received from those that know has been wonderful. This is such a personal decision- different for everyone. ❤️

Hello @Dtrain84! I just had sleeve surgery 6 weeks ago and about 5 people know. I don't feel like its anyone's business! I have been using the same logic as @ansoninc At first I didn't want to tell anyone in case I failed, but 40lbs later, this is working! The only complaint I have had is extreme nausea.......................... its been a rough 6 weeks. But YOU DO WHAT MAKES YOU FEEL COMFORTABLE. Discussing my weight has always embarrassed me, so that's another reason I haven't told too many people. Only you know what you are comfortable sharing with the world. Best of luck to you! This forum is amazing! Glad you found us! XOXOX Nancy

How do you feel @MelissaH74?? I will say that I am getting better but the nausea just isn't going away! Some days its ok, some days its not, just the sight of food or trying to eat things that are "real" foods" is still impossible. I am requesting an apt with my DOC so she is aware - the NP says its normal, but I really need some more reassurance. Keep in touch if you need to talk! and feel better! The bariatric pal store foods help a lot! XOXO

Hi @kristenmh! She's great! I think the problem is my body adjusting!

Hi Kristenmh!!! I know EXACTLY what you are going through!!! Quick story- this past Sunday I literally said to my husband, "if I don't feel normal again in like 3 months I am going to kill my self." This is SO hard. And I've been also sooo depressed. Everyone says it gets better and it is. Little by little. Right now food isn't really my friend so I'm just eating what I can, mashed potatoes and tuna. Eggs- Can't keep them down for some reason so I'm loading up on protein via shakes. The past few days I feel good! Nausea is more manageable! Funny! I'm obsessed with cooking videos on IG. I think we just miss food. But I'm finally believing it gets better. And when youre having a bad day know I'm here. And email me whenever you want!! We are all in this together! Dont give up! XO Nancy

Thank you everyone who responded! I'm feeling much better and the scale has moved a little! Back to work and back into a routine has been good. Still feeling nauseous when I try and eat but shakes and liquids are doing the trick for now! This is definitely much harder than I ever antipciaped. Thank you for all of the support! It means so much to me! xoxoxoxo Nancy