Lost About 100Lbs Then Gained It All Back Plus Some So Depressed

[pebulz 135]

So in 2006 i started out at 321lbs got down to 220lbs in about a year after a couple years gained about 20-30lbs and it would fluctaute but i was terribly upset about it since i felt pretty good still and was happy then in may 2010 i got pregnant with my first child after being told i couldnt have kids because of my weight and pcos..I was so happy and enjoyed my pregnancy but had my band Fluid emptied completely per advice of my OB. WELLLLLLL I gained ALOT of weight and after over a year since the birth of my daughter have not lost 1 lb so in March 2012 i went to lapband dr ready to get lectured and found out i had a hiatal hernia and formed a pouch above my band and needed surgery so on april 11th i had a new band put in and they repaired my hernia ...now 2 1/2 weeks post op i am only down 13lbs and sooooo DEPRESSED:( i dont feel the band is working like it did before I am so hungry and when i eat my mushy foods i am eatting too much about 1 1/2 cups and my dr wants me to drink 2 shakes and 1 small meal a day and i havent been able too. every time i drink a Protein Shake im STARVING so i am only having one for Breakfast. i go to the dietician on monday and am begging for a fill

Has anyone else had similar outcomes I need help and advice

[highland 168]

I would be over the moon to lose 13 lbs in 2 1/2 weeks!!! Be patient the weight will come off if you follow drs orders.

[Cocoabean 430]

Remember, bands don't generally have any fill upon installation, or if they do it is a small amount. You are starting over like when you got your first band. The first 4-6 weeks are for healing, not losing.

You need to go through the whole process of getting to your green zone again. You are doing very well! I lost 4 lbs the first week post-op, then nothing until my second fill.

If you think you might be truly depressed, seek professional help.

[Jennifer Hathaway 12]

It will take time. And adjustments to cut hunger. I am 2 years post op and can't keep the weight off. I have started gaining since working out. I drink Body Form and that's really helping with hunger.

[pebulz 135]

Thank You everyone and I am considering going back to my therapist i just dont want to be put on any medication But i did just get back from a walk with my daughter (the first time i actually worked up a sweat in a LONG time ) Im gonna try and take a walk daily with her its just frustrating being so big again after getting down to were i felt good and i feel like it came off faster last time i think i lost almost 30lbs in the first month and i started out weighing less last time and everyone always says the bigger you are the more you will lose ......I guess this time around im really gonna have to work at it instead of it just coming off like it did last time