Aww thank you so much , I found this forum for support snd give support to other . Yes I am a single mom and trust me it could be very challenging but I am happy I get to spend time with them during this time of healing . I am truly great full to been able to just pay $200 for this surgery as well . I know it's just temporary.

Hi Monique. Temporary "buyer's remorse" is *extremely* common. From here on, everything should start getting easier. You're exhausted now, but you will begin to get your strength back. Drinking is difficult now, but will become easier and second-nature, which should resolve the constipation as well. Figuring out what foods your stomach will tolerate is difficult now, but you will learn, and over time you will be able to enjoy a greater variety of food. Also, you will build a repertoire of healthy dishes you enjoy.

You have gone through the worst of it; things will get much, much better over the next few weeks. You'll find loads of help and support on this forum.

As for wondering if you could have "just made better choices in food and worked out more", well, the scientific research shows that it's extremely unlikely once you are significantly overweight. When you try to lose weight, your body fights against it*. For example, almost all the people on those "biggest loser" shows end up gaining all of the weight back. I have learned to lose weight, I need to stay under 900 calories. That simply would not be practical without the help of VSG. (Now that I'm at goal, I can eat more, fortunately.)

Also, temporary depression is very common after surgery or major illness. You may be experiencing some of that. That should pass in a few days.

*Fortunately, WLS turns that mechanism off for 6-9 months. During that time, your body will actually co-operate with you as you try to lose weight. Take advantage of that time to reach your goal.

Hello my name is Monique and I had vsg done on sept 10th at Kaiser in CA . It was a great experience starting with the options program (diet classes) . I learned a lot about food and managing calories etc. I weighed 340 after on feb and starting a new way of eating in July after I finished the classes and I lost a total of 24 lbs . Day of surgery I was so proud of myself for losing more weight and I seriously thought to myself if I should continue with the surgery . I found myself thinking about food and what if I feel worse after surgery etc . I went ahead and proceeded and was by myself , when I woke up I really had regretted it I was in so much pain from the gas , I couldn't stay awake , I was nauseous . Now I am 11 days post op and I regret it so much I have trouble with drinking fluids , I'm scared to drink broth or shakes snd I'm dealing with constipation . I have two small boys who I cook for everyday and it's so hard not able to eat with them as a family . I feel like I'm not getting my protein in and I am making my hydration goal every other day. I find it so difficult and wonder alot of how I could of just made better choices in food and worked out more . I have dropped 19 lbs so far , my family sees a difference but I don't . It's just really hard especially not having someone to be with you every step of the way . What do you guys think ?

Go and enjoy it. You could well be an inspiration to someone who is struggling with their own weight.

My stress level is out of this world! I caved in and bought 3 breaded unhealthy meals today. On the flip side I got a gym membership and get a fitness lesson in a week. I'm great with visual reminders, so I'm going to start a food chart and print some pictures of all the healthy foods I love- to post in the kitchen. I feel down on myself, but I feel like I have the motivation to keep aiming for my goal.

Thanks for all the feedback, I wrote down a lot to help me stay focused. I know VSG surgery wasn't a waste and I need to commit to the changes. I also have a great team of doctors who help me strive to lose. I am taking a break from TOPS and I decided to work full time verses part time which begins in November.