I had RNY for a few reasons, doctors didn't offer the sleeve, I run the risk of diabetes and this should keep me from getting it.

I think each peson needs to decide what is best for them and go with it. 

I am told a lot I don't eat enough now, which is odd b/c we had surgery because we ate too much of the wrong things! :)

When I first came out of surgery I weighed about 10lbs more... but after the first month I had already lost almost 20lbs. It will start to fly off and YOU may not recognize it, but others around you will. I am now 2yrs 8 mths out and I STILL tend to look at larger sizes then i am. I was 298 at my heaviest and 136 at my lowest. Currently tho, I am 181,... but also 9 months pregnant LOL So I get some slack cut for that LOL :)

But dont focus on the number, focus on how you FEEL.  I mean you can weigh yourself and all, but know that things will change and your body is still getting used to this whole new process.

Congrats to you guys, its not easy but its SO worth it :)

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Christina

Good stuff from Amy -- getting that protein in and all 64 oz. of fluids (especially water) are the most important.  Also, are you starting your exercise program?? -- now's the time to get started -- slowly at first and then build up to 30 minutes per day.

Remember gals, you didn't put that weight on overnight and it's going to come off slowly.   Work your tool, exercise, drink your fluids, eat your protein and you'll have success!!!

Good luck,
Pat

 Hey ladies,

Try not to focus on the number and try not to get discouraged.  The 3 week date is notorious for slow downs. Your body is waking up after the re-routing of your plumbing and the residual effects of the anesthesia are wearing off. Remember to get as close as you can to the protein levels and fluid levels recommended by your surgeon's office. If you dont eat or drink enoug,  The weight loss will happen. Just follow the plan and in the end everything will work out.

Amy H

10/01 RNY plus, plus
359/139

I hopped onto the boards tonight to find out the answer to the same question.  Tuesday will be three weeks post-op for me and I've lost 15 pounds.  My mom had the same surgery and she's insisting I'm doing something wrong, which is incredibly discouraging.  Her and I are completely different sizes.  She's 5'6.5 inches tall, I'm just under 5'11.  She's a small frame, I'm a large frame.  I also weight a good hundred pounds more than she did when she had the surgery.  I think it's an unfair comparison, still discouraging none the less.

I'd be intersted too in what others have to say.