Difficulty seeing the Change

I am 3 months post-op and have lost 50lbs. Everyone comments that they have seen a drastic change, but I am having difficulty seeing it. Is anyone else experiencing it? I have even gone down 3 sizes in pants.

I've lost 62 & also have trouble seeing it. But it feels great when others comment, and I feel the difference in the things I'm now able to do! Don't worry, you're not alone! God Bless! Heather Chesnet

I understand. People tell me I have lost weight, but I feel that since they know about the surgery they are looking for it. So I discredit what they say. I hope this goes away once we are out a ways.

I think we are all in this struggle together. I have lost 51 lbs and gone from 22 to 16 but, I want to be in a 12 and thought i would by now. So we gotta keep our heads up. I seem to have weight loss stalls for weeks then suddenly drop pounds. and then stall again. this is so frustrating because it does not appear to be consistent. but it seems to be something we all are going thru.... we will get there. dee

Dee,, you are hot woman!!! keep up the good work..And yes we will all get there soon ,dont worry.

There you go flirting again. you big flirt Donna 338/248 -90

Linda, I'm sorry that your having a tough time with this. We've lost the same amount of weight and it was kind of hard for me also. Are you taking pictures of yourself monthly? You might want to try that. Loni

You're certainly not alone. I was feeling the same way until my girlfriend sent me a photo of myself taken in January. I compared it to one taken this week and could hardly believe the difference. Like others, I get frustrated with long plateaus, smile at my jiggly arms and wonder about my shrinking boobs. But it's all part of the transition. Pictures, someone told me in the beginning to take lots of pictures. I see why. It helps, if for no other reason but to remind us of this amazing journey. Renee'

Thanks for everyones reply they really helped. I am glad I am not alone. I have not taken regular pictures. I never liked to before. Now is a great time to start.

I for one can feel and see the difference. I am down 60 pounds. I can walk, breath, clean myself, make love, bend & twist, tie my shoes, work the nautilus equipment, and just do so much more better than before. I catch compliments galore and surprised looks from people who have not seen me for a while. I catch glimpses of myself and stop and stare. I see the weight melting off from top to toes. I still recognize that I am very fat at 270 lbs, but I feel smaller, more feminine, more comfortable in my skin. I did not expect to feel this way now or ever. I know that I have a long journey ahead, but the many changes in my body have helped my mind accept that a new Monica is emerging. I will probably never truly believe or accept that I could be a "thin" person, but I am working on my mind set now as the process is going on. I have always been an instant gratification type of person and expect things like right now. But I have accepted the fact that the weight did not come on over night and that the weight will come off at it's own pace as I follow the rules, take my vitamins, eat protein first, drink, drink, drink my water daily, make healthy choices in food and exercise the new Monica will come. My blood tests are all normal and I am taking less medications than before surgery. I am achieving my mini goals and enjoying the process for the decisions I have made. Each day brings new insights into my new life. I keep a journal and record my food, water, and vitamin intake, emotions, good and bad, what helps and what causes problems. This helps me to understand my progress. I am also taking pictures of me and I can compare them. I also see and feel how my clothes are fitting. I am slipping through sizes and am having trouble finding clothes to wear now. Like today I have on very large and baggy pants that look silly, but I can't afford to buy new clothes so I am making do. I have a few new pants and tops and will have to visit the salvation army thrift store for spring items. I have been so fat for so long that I did not keep smaller sizes I outgrew on my way up to 330 lbs. Please all, be patient with yourselves. Enjoy the journey and make it the best journey of your, our lives. Good things are coming our way. Monica