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I am so disheartened with my surgery. Was sleeved exactly 6 weeks ago. I had lost 15 pounds at week 5. Was informed by my doctor that 3 pounds a week was great. Well today, 6 weeks, I've gained 1 pound. I already feel like I'm slowly losing this weight but to gain?

Does anyone have any feedback? Please?

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It's normal. You body takes short breaks to adjust. Just keep steady and stick to the diet guidelines and get in some exercise. You will get there. I haven't lost anything for months but I don't get enough exercise. That's my fault. Keep up the good work and stay positive!

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I was sleeved almost eight weeks ago. I've lost 41 pounds total, BUT, 17 pounds was pre-op, and 15 pounds was in the first two weeks. Since that time, I'm losing at about 2-3 pounds a week and I had a one week stall. I also started adding in exercise and when that happens it takes a while for your body to adjust and you might even seen a small gain for a bit (muscle weighs more than fat). Think about this - would you have been able to lose the 15 pounds you've lost in this short of time without the surgery? I know I would not have! I've read lots of posts on here from individuals that are losing at about the same rate as me and to expect stalls, and even a one or two pounds gain every once in a while (TOM, and other factors). My NUT said to expect about 2-3 pounds a week so I am on track. Here's a tip if you are not already doing so - take your measurements and check them weekly. Last week, none of my measurements changed except for my neck and I had lost 3 pounds! Weird huh? But it's nice to see a little change somewhere, even if you aren't seeing it on the scale. And, try not to let the scale get you down. I know it's easier said than done, and I'd be lying if I said I don't get a little frustrated occasionally, but that's human nature I think. If you are following your doctor's plan, you are going to see progress. Some of us are just slow losers. Keep focused on your plan and do your best to stay positive! You're on the losers bench!

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Thank you all for your positive feedback and suggestions. It just seems as little as I've been eating it should be falling off! Thank you my slow looser friends.

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