depressed not loosing enough

I was loosing fine until about 3 months ago, then I stopped, so I started out at 309, and stayed at about 268 for the longest time,so my nurse told me to start excercising 4 times a wk at least for 30 mins each, and to eat less fats. Well, I started and am following Weigh****chers, and it seems to be working, I still have a long way to go, but at least I am down to 260. Everyones metabolism (which i have none) is different.So I could use a little encourgement here. My surgery date was 6/2003. Oh I am still drinking water, and trying to keep up my protein

Have you tracked what you are eating through www.fitday.com? I do this whenever I get frustrated with my loss. It usually tells me what the problem is (too many carbs, not enough protein, too much sodium or fat). What are you eating daily? I can't imagine that you would be able to eat all that a WW diet wants you to eat.....

Linda, First off, congratulations on the weight loss you have achieved so far. Secondly, I'm not sure about your surgeon's protocol, but mine recommends eating only protein. And don't eat if you aren't hungry! He says that you don't have to eat ... just drink your water, take your vitamins, and exercise. His recommended daily intake of liquids (non-caffeine, non-carbonated, non-calorie) is 1 gallon. I do well to get in half that though. I had surgery on 6/17/2003 and this morning I weighed in at 182 pounds ... that's a 124 pound weight loss for me. Keep in touch ... would love to find out more about you and how you are doing. Isabelle

Hang in there sweetie! You are right everyone is different. Please do not compare your loss to others, that will only make you feel bad. We do not want that happening...So, stay committed to the purpose as to why you had the surgery and everything will be fine. Maybe by writing down everything you put into your mouth and what feelings you are having when you are eating --it will give you some insight. Take care of yourself and be patient it will work out for you..God bless---Marilyn

Last Friday I had my follow-up with Dr Bolar (my surgery was 6/02/03). I told him I was happy as a clam with my weight, even tho I've only lost 1 (ONE) pound since the middle of December. He told me that many patients his a plateau 6-8 months out for several months. He told me he'd be surprised if the loss had actually stopped. I swear, I've lost 2.5 pounds since the (that time of the month just finished, and I used to lose then). All this is to say, don't worry; I've lost 90 lbs now and will be happy with any extra I can lose. After all, it hasn't been that long since June, really. And when was the last time you lost this much weight this fast? Hee Hee. I love my life!

Thank you so much for that response. I guess the key is not to give up, and you are right. June is not that far back, and I shouldnt compare myself to others, but I do. I am so glad I have this website, and all you beautiful people to support me. Linda