I'm just reaching a year out as of tomorrow... but I know I have to work hard to stay on track. People do regain. The long term success rate for wls is around 50%. This of course is still way better than the 5% who are successful without surgery, but it also is a reminder that 1/2 of us will regain a good chunk of what we've lost. I believe that the head work we must do is key in long term success. We MUST find ways to cope with life stuff that are healthier.

I wish you success in finding your way! I think having support, like this group, and being able to reach out, is a good step to keep us moving forward....

I absolutely worry about this. I am one year out. I slip but try to get back on track again. Like Becca said, it is a lot of head work. It is never ending and remember one day at a time. We all mess up, just try to remember how hard you have worked thus far. You have the tools utilize that tool belt.

I'm almost 7 months pre-op and am scared of this as well. I'm at a stall and have 18lbs to get to my personal goal. I haven't been as diligent as I should be since summer got here and am not happy with myself right now. I've not been really bad just not doing exactly what I should do. Time to get back on the track and get these last lbs off.

Does your center have a support group? Mine does and I am thinking about going there for a boost. I know it's all emotional because I had ankle surgery in February, have not been able to walk on my foot for 9 weeks, just started about a month ago, and life and stupid people get in my way. Not an excuse but I am not one to air my laundry to internalizing it, causes me to make bad choices. Thank everyone for your replies. xo

Congrats on 100 lbs lost. That's a huge accomplishment....pun intended. :)
After 3 1/2 years out, I just have to keep in mind that my surgery was a tool, not a cure. I have to keep choosing to use the tool, eat my proteins, get my fluids in (so many times I think I'm hungry, but it's actually thirst), and then start to fill out the diet with low carb veg and fruits. Eating that way helps me stay full and satiated and avoid foods that aren't healthy for us: sugar and carb laden processed crap.
As for the emotional eating, I would suggest getting some in person support would be a big help. It's great that you share here, and I'm glad you do. We really care. However, when you meet with a support group or counselor, there's accountability that is hard to attain here. That and an actual hug can make a big difference on a stress filled day. It's a definite concern if you're eating to the point of illness. I hope you find the support and encouragement you need to find healthy ways to deal with your stress and triggers. Take care.

I am 1 year and 6 months out and BOY have I gained... I started at 294 and the lowest I got to was 179 and as of yesterday I am 199 that is a 20 pound gain... I am depressed and heartbroken that I allowed my body and mind to do this... I was VERY stressed and began eating for comfort..... I am so scared that I will get FAT again!!!! I know exactly how you feel...... I went to the beach today and power walked for one our and had almonds and cheese for a snack this afternoon... EVERYONE tells me that I still look good and that if I just cut it out right now and get back on track I should be fine.... I want you to know from me to you... TURN THE BEAT AROUND....as I preach to you, I am also preaching to myself..... if we stop our old eating habits now.. we can get right back on the HEALTHY TRAIN with all our fellow Gastric Bypass friends!! #DON'T GIVE UP!!!

Thanks Mama for your kind words and advice. I have no choice but to straighten out my affairs and stay on track. It is a good idea to get myself into a local group and I will work on that come Monday. Continued luck to you and again many thanks for your support.

okay choco you really hit me in the head! LOL Thanks we can certainly be here and check up on each other and we'll both be able to get on the right track again. I am sure we both worked very hard to get where we are today, and putting all the weight back would really be nasty. Lets try to help each other and that may put us where we need to be. Thanks for your advice. :)

Hi everyone, I had Gastric Bypass in December 2014, and have only lost 60 pounds. I feel much better and have not had to take diabetic or blood pressure medications since. But lately I have given in to eating the wrong things. I know I should be losing better than I am , and I am really feeling defeated right now. My surgeon closed his practice and move out of state one month after my surgery, so I have not found another doctor as of yet. My primary care doctor keeps up with my labs, and I thought I could handle this on my own. But, I am realizing that I can't. I really need the support of others to help. So thanks for all your supporting responses on this site, they are encouraging.

queenjuan, you need to start this on a thread of your own. That way you will get more responses than if it buried in someone else's post about something else. This site has been great for me to get support and information through my journey. Welcome!