I've tracked my food since my RNY. I don't bring tempting foods into the house. I'm also gluten free and have reactive hypoglycemia as well as frequent nausea. I don't eat foods that cause me issues or to be nauseated, bloated, decreased blood sugar, etc.

I often eat the same foods over and over because they "work" and keep me satisfied.

Best wishes on your journey,

Penny

My favorite mantra is: "I'm not going to let this ruin my day!" I tell myself this in all kinds of situations - not just with what people say. Like when I spill something, make a mess, forget to put gas in the car, etc.

It's a choice. I feel blessed to have access to nutritious food, heat, air conditioning, running water, entertainment, etc. I try to see the glass half full and be grateful for my cir****tancs.

I stay on WW (formerly Weigh****chers) and I find it very bariatric friendly. I just tell people I do WW to maintain my weight and fit into my clothes. I don't care what they think. I've been at goal weight for 11 years and it is easier the farther out you get from the quick massive weight loss.

Best Wishes.

Penny

You really only need someone to drive you home/be available to drive if you take a pain pill. My sister stayed with me 2 nights and left the morning of the third day.

my husband took a week off but went back to work after about three days. It was nice having him around to get stuff for me, but honestly, I could have done it myself. I had a very easy recovery. You may be fine with just having him around for the first two or three days (and you may end up not really needing him around at all)

I'm 6ft tall and have been since I was 13. Petite would never be in my vocabulary.

I don't think anyone would consider me overweight in any way