Iliana82

Try and stay motivated, which might be really hard, especially when you have other people questioning your decision. Write out why it is you want to do this for yourself, the benefits, and refer to it when you have negative thoughts. Research, join support groups and be active in them. I am almost 6 months post op and I don't regret this decision. Yes, weight loss is challenging, it isn't easy, even with the sleeve you still have to work at it. But I tell you its the best gift I have given myself.

I am starting as well. I am basically on my second step. First step was to decide I want the VSG. Aug 25 I go to my PCP to get weighed so that I can be referred. I too have Kaiser in So Cal. How long did it take you? I know there is a wait and you are almost there!!!