Did I really do the right thing??

[JaysWife 22]

I am 2 weeks post op and haven't lost any weight yet. I lost 23lbs pre-surgery so I'm trying not to be discouraged but it's tough! I'm struggling with being hungry, tired, and grouchy. I know the hunger is mostly in my head. But I'm always tired and I'm not sure if my meds that had been previously working for my mental health are not working anymore or if it's just all the changes or all of the above. The lack of weightloss has been really hard to deal with. I know it's not going to just melt off but even 1 or 2 pounds in 2 weeks would have made it feel like this wasn't a mistake. If this is the dreaded "3 weeks stall" how do I get passed it? How long does it last? I'm desperate for a ray of sunshine right now.

[SummerTimeGirl 582]

For me I was tired until I moved on to the puree stage and had something with more substance, food wise (which was two weeks out). And yeah, they say that in the first few weeks you are bloated and whatnot from the gas from surgery and that that takes a while to get rid of. Are you getting enough Protein in? I am about 8 weeks out now and stalled several times (first one lasted like 12 days second one about a week) and I do believe it was because I was getting about half the amount of protein in that I should have been getting. So this past week I made an effort to make sure I at least got the minimum 60-70 grams a day and the scale actually started moving again. So, that COULD have been the issue.

I'm sure things will start moving soon for you. Just stick to your program and do what they outlined for you and things will start falling into place. I was worried about the same stuff too. I think many of us do. And everyone else always says to those who doubt, just stick to the plan, it will work. And it does. I'm sure that will be true for you too.

[Arabesque 7,346]

You’ve just had pretty major & life changing surgery. It’s not unusual to feel upside down & inside out emotionally - anger, sadness, anxiety, etc. and it’s ok if you do.

Low energy & increased lethargy also are not unusual. Your consuming very few calories & your body is trying to heal. I spent a lot of time on my couch that first couple of weeks.

Give yourself some time to heal physically & also mentally & emotionally. It will pass & you’ll feel stronger.

[Reddpanda 11]

Same thing happened to me…no energy for the first 5 weeks. The first thing they said to me was, move around and get out of bed. Easier said than done but keep positive! It gets better.

[JaysWife 22]

I'm so glad I'm not alone! This emotional rollercoaster is awful! To say I'm ready for a stiff drink is an understatement lol

[skyewolfe 92]

Ok so the meds may need to be adjusted, get with your dr. Our bodies absorb medicine differently after the surgery. As for the energy? I had 0 energy for months post op. My nutritionist kept telling me to eat carbs, but my brain was saying “no Skye, carbs bad. Carbs why you are fat”. So I ignored her. It wasn’t until I started consuming carbs finally (healthy carbs of course like fruit) that i finally started getting my energy. I’m not saying to eat carbs because you are only 2 weeks out. Not a good thing for you yet. But what I am saying is that it will get better. Don’t worry. Sometimes it may seem like it’s getting worse before it gets better, but it will get better

[NolaJay 6]

Hello! I know it's really difficult, but try not to worry so much about the fact that the scales aren't moving. You are guaranteed to be in a calorie deficit, so it's scientifically impossible for you not to be losing fat. I know someone who had the surgery and didn't lose any weight in the first 8 weeks, but she's lost absolutely loads of inches from all over her body, her body shape and size has completely changed! You should take measurements, then you can see the progress you're making even if the scales are being stubborn. Energy wise, are you taking all your Vitamins? If you're not taking B12 you'll have really low energy. I find (6 weeks out today) that if I don't take my vitamins I feel absolutely blah, really tired and lethargic. Hope this helps!

[GingersnapMI 29]

I actually weighed MORE the first week after surgery than I did before the surgery! They give you A LOT of fluids in your IV to keep you hydrated and this often shows up as pounds gained. But the weight DID start to come off eventually, don't lose heart!