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This is definitely an emotional ride. Now that I've vented, I am hearing more about the 3 week stall. If nothing happens this week, I'm trying a wild weekend . Thanks for sharing your experience!!

Thank you!! Wonderful advice. 4 years is awesome!!

1 month post op and this experience has not been anything like I thought it would be. I didn't think I had unrealistic expectations. I did a lot of research and have spent way too much time on social media. [emoji6] I knew I would have a rough go mentally for a few weeks and planned on having lots of nausea and struggling with eating. Ive had no issues with my eating (of course its all been liquids to this point.) But I didn't realize the depth of the mental/emotional aspect. It's hard to face your own demons and accept the fact that "this is where I am" and now it's time to fix it. I thought I had done that while deciding to have surgery. I didn't. I also thought the weight loss would be steady for the 1st few months. I thought stalls would come around month 3. Mine hit WEEK 3. In fact I've gained 2 lbs this week. I'm still on puréed food. I've heard you're still losing even if the scale doesn't move. But I'm not. I take my measurements 1x a week. I've lost 1 inch from my stomach, chest, hips and legs over this last month. Don't get me wrong - losing is losing, but again, I thought I would see it quicker for the 1st few months. It seems everyone talks about how much energy they have and how much they LOVE their VSG. I have NO energy what so ever. It's overwhelming for me. I want to be motivated and excited for all that is ahead. But I feel like I'm failing. Like I'm doing something wrong... I'm trying to trust in the process. I'm trying to focus on drinking (no where close to 64oz yet) and eating protein. I'm gagging down Milk of Magnesia. I am walking for 40 mins everyday. I'm trying to stay positive. I really am. Some days it's hard. Really hard. Venting is done. [emoji5]

@specialkron [mention=322401]cherbear416[/mention] I am a UT native too!! Now in the Midwest and miss my mountains like crazy. Thanks for the travel update and advice. Going to Mexico for surgery scares me but I'm excited for change and taking control of my health!!

Yay!! Exciting and terrifying at the same time. I'm trying to figure out how to calm my nerves. LOL! I will for sure let you know.

I remember reading about a yummy soup, French Onion I think, that everyone was raving about as a must have in Tijuana. But I can't find the posts now. Anyone know what I'm talking about??

I'm having my VSG on 8/11 too!! And you said everything that's in my heart. So much to look forward to but still SO nervous!! We can do this!!

I am having a lot of dairy! But I've never had issues with that in the past either. The Tom soup makes sense. Thanks!

Hi! I just finished day 2 of my 14 day liquid diet before my VSG on Aug 11. I've never had any issues with heartburn or acid reflux, until I started on all liquids. I'm drinking premier protein Shakes, Greek yogurt, Tom soup, broth... I'm worried it will get worse after surgery. Has anyone else experience this? Any advice??

I am having mine done on Aug 11 with Dr Corvala!!

Thank you! Just a side note, I'm in the Midwest now, but Utah will always be home.

Thank you!! I have it narrowed down to 1 Dr in my town and 2 in Mexico. Never thought I would ever consider going to Mexico for surgery! Can I ask what you did about check up/follow up appts? What if something goes wrong, who do you go to??

Hi all! I've been lurking for a while now and decided it was time to jump in. I've been looking into wls for over a year. I'm 5'5 and close to 270lbs. Still not sure if I want the bypass or sleeve, but know it's time to change my life. Problem is my husband's insurance won't cover wls. Has anyone had to pay out of pocket? Any advice??