Something to note about weight gain during pregnancy in post ops...

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Something to note about weight gain during pregnancy in post ops...

I talked with a psychologist about this particular issue. She has

seen MANY WLS patients, and she assured me that it is normal to be

afraid, even terrified about gaining weight. Losing the weight

because a life goal for each of us - and for many, it lead to a new,

incredible life free of health issues and unhealthy friendships and

relationships. Gaining weight, for many post ops, is connected to

falling back into all the bad situations and feelings that were left

behind.

I specifically asked if being afriad of gaining weight meant I was

not ready, and she told me no, unless I exhibited anorexic

behavoirs. I was concerned about craving bad foods - she suggested

I buy a small amount of what I am craving and not a lifetime supply

(on kitkat instead of a carton, one snack size bag of chips instead

of the family size). If it is not accessible, I will be less likely

to eat it out of boredom or " eating for two " syndrome.

I have two children - ages 2 and 5. My goal was to eat with my

family - and I do. I eat many things that some post ops will never

touch - all with my surgeon's blessing. He gave me the tool, and

some helpful hints on how to use it in a way that will benefit me

for the rest of my life. If I could never eat a hamburger or pizza

again with out cheating, then I would quickly fall into a trap. I

eat considerably less than they do - and I eat my protein frist. I

also have protein shakes throughout the day and avoid sweets. Sure,

I havea bite or two of cake or a muffin but never the whole cake or

muffin.

So anyway - if it helps anyone to know it IS normal to be afraid of

gaining - there you go.