You did it! You finally took the chance and decided to embark on this journey to your new healthy self. Congratulations!
Now, we know that weight is dropping fast and it’s exciting but remember, you just made a life changing decision that will affect your body and the way you’ve interacted with it for a long time.
Our relationship with clothing and accessories is the most strained and stressful one when dealing with weight and of course your first instinct when dropping those pounds will be to get the perfect outfit, buy that one dress you always wanted, or buy that one pair of jeans that never looked quite right before, but wait!
Remember, those pounds will keep dropping, and quite rapidly, for a whole year, and then some.
That perfect outfit you bought a month after your surgery may not look so perfect on your body 6 months later.
Impulses during this first transformational year will be your worst enemy.
To save your mental health (and your pocket, too) the Team at Renuwell Clinic recommends that you wait a full year before doing a full wardrobe clear out. In the meantime, you can opt for adaptive clothes that can be accessible, comfortable and adjustable.
Another excellent tip is to stick to the basics during this first year. You will need to eventually get clothes, but keep them
in the basic department and think about things you will still be able to wear even if you drop a few more pounds, things like tshirts, socks, adjustable pants.
You can explore more options like thrift stores, clearance sections and online shopping. These can significantly help you save a few dollars while allowing you to wear things that actually fit your current weight.
You can use this opportunity to reevaluate your closet and ask yourself if your style is really you or just clothing you picked to work around your weight and body. When revamping your wardrobe, try on new styles and new pieces of clothing and go out of your comfort zone, this way, you’ll find the style you like most and suits you best!
Lastly, remember that your body will continue to change but try to live in the present. Enjoy your current weight and try not to buy for the future. Let’s allow your body to stabilize and in the meantime, enjoy your weightloss journey without setting too many expectations.
If you or a loved one are interested in starting your health journey or scheduling a free online evaluation, contact us at +1 619-330-4169 for personalized information, or click here to learn more about who we are and what we can do for you.
