Count me in as one of the tired ones! The week before last I couldn't remember what tired was...maybe I overdid it because this week I am back to no energy and just keeping the house picked up is all I can manage. I want to work outside but can't seem to get up and go. I just keep reminding myself that everyone says it gets better. Getting my protein, drinking water, walked once this week and hope to make myself walk tonight. mj

I'm 5 weeks out and I still tire easily, but I do have more endurance than before surgery. I got my check up yesterday and was reminded I had major surgery. I was told to pace myself. I was also told I was not getting enough water. My pouch hurts/uncomfortable most of the time, eating or not (actually feels better empty). But I have a UTI from not drinking enough water, ( the dizzyness/lighthead is from not getting enough water) so today I am trying to get in the water, I was told I would feel better and some people just have a more sensitive pouch or it takes longer for it to heal. Please discuss your feelings with your doc. I was told to eat a few bites of protien at least twice a day. I can't do much so I'm going to just eat some cheese cubes and see if my pouch gets to feeling better. The post-pos that are further out than us say it does get better. My daughter had wls 2 years ago and she is doing great, eats what she wants and looks and feels great. So there is hope.

we are all doing a fine job. its so exciting...I am also 5 weeks out and have lost 38lbs. Its so exciting to put your clothes on and they are very loose instead of so tight. to all of us...susan welch

I am 7 weeks post op and I still feel tired. Yesterday I worked around the outside of my house. Pull weeds, wash the stains on my house and then took a nap for an hour. I don't feel like eating but I have a feeling your blood sugars might be low. Give them a check and tell your doctor. Take care Kathy

Way to go Nancy... your doing great !!! I had to chuckle.. when you mentioned having to learn.. the hard way about not chewing good enough. I told my dr. yesterday that I got sick once from not chewing my food well enough. But i also told him that I was glad I did.... cuz then I knew for sure he had put a band in me !! He laughed. I have felt so good, other then eating smaller amounts, and having a few little scars on my belly, I would never guess that I had surgery !! I love my band !! Continued good luck to you on your journey to a healthier YOU !! Cindy