Hey Everyone, I thought I would post here for some support.... I am almost 11 months out now and I have lost a total of 133 pounds which is a great accomplishment. But I have been 167 since Thanksgiving. I started a new job in November and I am more active at my job which allows me more walking, and lifting but I can't seem to get the weight off. I am even drinking more water too. I had myself on a routine when I was not working of eating every couple of hours to keep my metabolism up. I still try to do that but some days it just does not work out that way. I am really frustrated with this. I have not taken any sweets or treats because of the holidays either. I am totally okay with just sitting back and letting other people eat that sweet stuff. The only difference I have noticed lately is with fruit. I can't seem to get as good of fruit this time of year so I am really limited with what fruit I do eat. I went from a size 26/28 to a size 14 in this short amount of time. I know I should be so proud of myself but why are my emotions taking over and beating myself up because I can't seem to lose these last 17 pounds that I need to lose. Even if I lost a pound a week I would be happy. Especiallys since I am more active during the day. The fat brain has come out and has been beating me up about this. On top of all of this I met with my PS last month and the only surgery he could do for me is the breast lift. And he said there are not alot of surgeons in the area that do a thigh lift. I would rather have that first instead of the tummy tuck. I have more of an issue with my thighs than anything. My WLS only does the tummy tuck too. He told me that it may not even be approved because of the fact that I do not have a hernia. What a bummer huh? Thanks for letting me vent. I just don't know what to think or do. Is anyone else going through anything similiary since it is so close to our one year mark? Suzanne 300/167/150

so glad to hear that your feeling a little better. I have thought of you everyday. Love and hugs to you 346/213/170

I am TRYING not to complain too much. Before surgery, I was wearing size 26/28 and weighted 306, now I can fit(and I use the term loosely) into size 14 and weigh 200. But now, I have not lost anything in 5 weeks! I know I am not exercising like I should, but I need something to break this plateau fast, like 2 days to a week. On a different note, I have been extremely nauseous for the last 5 days. I absolutely HATE most of the things I can normally tolerate. Any advise?

Jenn, At US Bariatric we have a large support group once a month that breaks into two smaller groups, one for those over six months out and one for those past six month. I use to go to them every month but they now conflict with my workouts so I haven't been going. I really got a lot out of them. The over six month group is lead by a psychologist who's had the surgery and they discuss emotional issues, which is very helpful. Every Thursday I meet with 6 women who've had the surgery. This group has been an blessing to me in so many ways. We're all at different stages of our lives and in our weight lose so I've learned a lot from them. I also include my trainer(s) in my support system. I know I wouldn't work out if I didn't have accountability so I found a trainer. Her name is Melissa and she had WLS 6 years ago. Working out with her was great however in August she had to stop working due to some injuries. So I found another place to train until she gets well. The new place is great. It's at the Orlando Regional Medical Center's Fitness Center. There's a program called Choose to Lose. I see a trainer 3X a week and it's been working out well. They weigh and measure me once a month and there's a nutritionist there if you want to see her. (I don't because I think she's clueless about obesity and WLS.) I'm also very grateful for the support of this website and the folks I met from here. When we come together we're a powerful force to behold! Since you're in Orlando, if you ever want to talk or get together drop me an email! Rhonda

Thanks Deb God bless