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Lots of health changes can cause this. Dehydration can really make one cranky, confused, forgetful. So does low caloric intake. Of course, hormones have to adjust to new things. Overall, as you lose weight, it puts incredible stress on your body's systems. So try to take Vitamins, drink tons of Water, exercise -- even just a little -- and eat. Hang in there. Don't eat too little or your body will revolt. You'll find your rhythm!

Way to go!!! Can't wait to get there. You're an inspiration!!!

So glad you shared your story. I seem to be a staller. I lose in steps. So it is really encouraging to hear about your journey. It is hard not to be discouraged, isn't it?

I had my gallbladder removed when I did the VSG. I was having symptoms and attacks, and I can say that I'm much better now and so glad I had it removed. Good luck!

I too have read that the body can't absorb more than a certain amount of Protein at a time. So if you are drinking a really high amount of protein in a short time, your body won't get the full benefit of that protein. My NUT also reinforced that. I can definitely tell when I drink before or after a meal. It just isn't effective use of the limited space of our stomachs. It is hard to get used to, though.

Amazing!! Congrats for your success.

It's a strange thing, isn't it . . . sadness or a sense of loss over something we wanted to change. Because in fact we are a contradiction, aren't we? We all want to be different (or we wouldn't have had surgery), even if just physically, but we all also want to be who we are at our very core, that part of us that is, for the most part, unchanging. And we want people to know us, the deeper us. So, for me at least, I think some people haven't been able to see past the physical part of me. Or maybe I haven't been able to see past that. Anyway, any change in our lives, whether positive or negative, requires adjustment and change, and these adjustments and changes bring with them a sense of grief. We have to mourn what was, even when it isn't something good or if it was something we want to change. Pookey, I think I get what you're saying. I think that when we have major changes in our lives, we think it changes everything. But it doesn't always. I would say give yourself the space and the time to mourn what was as you move into and embrace what is and what will be. This advice is for much more than weight loss. It is about being.

WhooHoo!! Way to go!!

I had the same experience and worried about restriction. I even talked to my dr. about it. But now that I'm eating solids, I can really tell the difference. I suspect the same will be true for you. And your weight loss is great! So just keep with the overall program.

I was in the same boat. Now I try to weigh myself just once a week, always at the same time and on same scale, so I have an actual point of reference. Once I made that change, it helped my sanity. I definitely am losing weight because I've changed clothes sizes, so that's good! Plus my husband says he can tell when he hugs me. Yeah!

Well, I think it really varies from person to person. I expected my top half to get smaller sooner, but it's my bottom half that has the most noticeable difference -- big surprise to me! So at 2 months out, I'm down from a tight 18/20 to a loose 16 or a snug 14. Many of my tops still fit though, although noticeably looser. I had to clean all of my pants about 2 weeks ago and go shopping at thrift stores, which was really fun! But, I haven't lost as much weight as you have -- 42 pounds at this point. I'm loosing inches faster than weight, which is another surprise. I expected it to be different. I'm thinking each body reacts differently. I do feel great and am so pleased with my progress so far. I bet you'll really start noticing soon!

Yes, I know the feeling. I'm only 8 weeks, and my weight loss is ok, but I'm afraid it will stop and I'll have trouble getting to my goal. I just stay on course and keep believing that it will happen. I sometimes look at Youtube video of people who posted over the course of several months. That is generally always encouraging to see that they do continue to be transformed. You'll get there. Hang in!!

Pammie, I feel the exact same way! My surgery was 8 weeks ago, and I am in my 2nd stall!! I follow all the rules and still a stall. My dr. told me at the 6 week mark that I need to be eating more food, which scares me a little bit. But I'm doing that and I can tell my energy is much improved. I know I'm changing, because my clothes keep getting baggier and I'm wearing different sizes. My weight has come off differently than I expected. My lower half seems to loose faster than my upper half, and I expected it to be just the opposite. But the measurements are changing all over, which is good. Still, when the scale won't budget I feel discouraged. I'm just hoping all these other folks are right, and that this too shall pass! Good luck!!

Pre and post op

I had both things. For more than a week after surgery, my throat really hurt and was sore from the tubes put down during surgery. That did fade. Then I had the feeling like something was stuck in my throat, especially when drinking. That was the reflux, and I'm on a ppi to help that. I think when I drink or eat too fast it also tends to reappear.