I second Laura's suggestion of finding a therapist. Fear, guilt, self hate, uncontrolled eating... find one that has expertise in eating disorders, working with bariatric patients... I truly believe the most important work we do post WLS is above the neck. Don't wait or delay this... sounds like lots of stress (good stuff but still stress) is ahead so set yourself up for success. In the short term... meal planning helps... know what you are going to eat on paper before the day begins. So it's not an last minute, on the fly deal. 

Best, Shelly

I am struggling a lot, 1 year five months after surgery. I've lost the weight and haven't gained but my carb and food intake is out of control! I often keep to 1500 calories a day but on Friday and the weekend, I can reach 2500. I worked a very active job at a restaurant but have quit because I'm getting plastic surgery next week. I need the ability to limit my calories back to 1200 when I'm laid up and I don't know if I can do it. This is very unacceptable to me and causes a lot of guilt and self hate. I don't want to regain the weight I've lost. I'm getting married and the idea of getting back on track but then having the menu and cake tasting is freaking me out. I don't want to cut the sugar and carbs out and get my cravings under control only to get them back when I have to taste things for the reception. I need help, I struggle everyday.

I'm doing the 5 day pouch test now.  I'm on day 3 and have lost 2 pounds so far.  I think just breaking the carb cycle has done wonders for me!  I am 8 years out and have gained about 25 pounds back.  I'm up to 203.  I am in the same boat...needing to get back to goal!  Good luck to you and welcome back! 

Hmmmmmm....good question. I was this weight in my 20's but cannot remember how much I ate back then. I do wonder as I head into menopause if I will have to cut back 

I will say I am able to eat a TON now but am careful not to most of the time.

Thanks, PMarie.