Hello my name is Tami and I am going in for surgery on the 16th of September. I am so excited but a little nervous. This will be the first time I have ever been admitted to a hospital. Thank God I have been pretty healthy with the exception of being obese my entire life. I would love to chat with anyone who has advise for me. I am trying to stay strong for my family & friends. Inside I am scared to death. I have read so many of your stories, not only have they gave me the courage to continue but excitement of what my future will hold. Take care and Godbless to all of you. Tami

Hi Denise. I just wanted to share some info with you. I lost about 15lbs my first week post. I only contribute it to being on clear liquids. I had the lapband and for 3 weeks i cant have any solid foods. I think anybody doing clear liquids for 2 weeks would drop. I had the lapband and im sure the weightloss will eventually slow to the normal weight 2-5lbs a week when i start eating soft foods. Dont get discouraged if you had the lapband then your right on target. Take care and dont give up............Tracey

Hi! I am one week post op. My surgery was on 08/25 and I am on clear liquids still. I am starving. My mouth is sooooo hungry. I know that I get full because I have a pain under my left rib cage. That is what my dr said I would have when I get full. I can intake about 5 or 6 oz of liquids before that happens. I should be cleared to eat soft foods on the 9th. Eggs, mashed potatoes, smoothies, meat as long as it is very fine, cheese, milk, etc... I have lost 17 lbs as of this morning. So I guess it is working, but a cheeseburger sure sounds good!!

Thank you all so much, I do hope that's the case. I need to learn patience along with my new eating habits. Think the eating habit is going to come easier!! haha Thank you all again!

I had surgery on the 19th and have lost 13.5 pounds. I too am asking myself if I am doing anything wrong? I have followed the diet exactly without cheating. The only thing I lack in walking 20-40 minutes a day becuase I can not drive. I do go shopping which is the only walking I really get. I hope that when I get back to my own house I will start walking on my treadmill. I think everyone looses weight in different stages. I have also been told the heavier you are the faster you loose. Hope this helps!