Rosemarie4

Premier Protein shakes are good in the thick liquid phase.

I'm bearing my soul and body here. I couldn't be more proud of how my body has changed.
I've lost exactly 70 pounds since my surgery. Today marks exactly 24 weeks ( 6 months ) since my VSG surgery.
There's good, bad and ugly about VSG. A lot of days, I cried and wondered why in the hell I had this surgery, and what in the hell ive done to myself. Throughout this process, I haven't been able to REALLY see the changes. In my mind, I always see a 268 pound fat girl. Granted, I have seen the changes, seen the smaller clothes sizes, but still struggled with my self image in my head. But today that all changed....
I realized today as I was getting dressed that I had on the same exact underwear as the day I took my pre-surgery pictures. Then I realized that today marked 6 months since surgery. So, i decided to take pictures.
I haven't taken pictures in this process because of the absolute shame and disgust I feel towards myself. Shame and disgust are understatement words for how I feel about myself. Until today...
Today, I feel proud. For the first time, I can honestly say that I don't see "that fat girl" in the mirror anymore. It may not be pretty, it will never be perfect, but it's mine, and today I'm owning it, and FINALLY for once in my LIFE, I'm feeling proud.
It's NOT an easy decision to post these photos of me in my underwear. I feel absolutely vulnerable and exposed. Please be kind. It took all the courage I could muster to do this. The current pictures are not the best quality but the best I could take of myself at the moment.
All you new VSG-ers, stay the course and have faith. If you have body image issues as I do, there is a light at the end of the tunnel, and you are not alone in the dark!
Much love from me to you all! ️️️
 
DOS: 12/13/16
HW: 268
SW: 256.6
CW: 186.4

In addition, all the WLS audience cannot be spoken for. I've read many accounts of successful people not counting, journaling, etc. Back to square one y'all, it is what works for you and you only. Please share your experiences, but please remember that others may not be like you. We have to find what works for ourselves. Blessings to all! 😊

I second Dr. Illan via BariatricPal Mx! It was the best decision I could have made. Had surgery 3 weeks ago and the experience was wonderful. I experienced very little pain, the nurses and doctors were awesome and made sure I was comfortable. The hospital is nice, clean and quiet. The service they provide is top notch! I think Dr. Illan is a great surgeon that is kind and professional. Everything was great and the cost was less than I could pay here with insurance!

I'm in medical school so I knew what I wanted the OR itself to be like. The Oasis Hospital where Dr Illan operates uses the same medical equipment brand that the USA does --covidien. So i knew the staples on my stomach would be top quality.
The hospital itself is more like a private hospital like it's not "Tijuana General " so the place was very quiet and peaceful and i felt like i got a lot of individual attention.
Everything was clean, everyone spoke english.
Now i'm at the hotel you stay in for 2 days before going home. Its nicer than MANY hotels i've been at in the US.
I was pretty nervous in the airport on my way here, but i've been pleasantly surprised at every turn
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My doctor/nut plan for the first 2 months was 3 oz Protein + 1 oz vegetable. In month 3 i was allowed to add fruit. I was definitely in Keto back then - I can tell by the gross bad breath!! It was in month 4 or 5 that I ate bread and Pasta at a party and bam, I spent the next 3 days fighting head hunger.
You have an open mind about exploring and inquiring so I know you'll do great and find what works best for you.

You look amazing, well done! [emoji7]

Mine is June 6th in Mexico!

Hey! I did have my surgery! Everything went really well. I was one of the lucky ones and didn't suffer a lot of nausea. So I've lost 24 lbs since my pre op diet, and 13 lbs since surgery. I'm so glad I did this for myself!!

I actually moved my surgery date sooner so I'll be there Jun 16th! My preop liquid diet starts the day you'll have the surgery! So excited to start this journey! Glad to have this forum to talk to other people in the same boat!

Hi,
My name's Jerry. I live in NY. My wife and I are both getting sleeved. My wife's procedure is this Friday and mine is on Feb.10th.
My current weight is 255 and I'm 6'0". I have many health problems which is why my insurance is covering it. I have high blood pressure, High cholesterol, sleep apnea and chronic back pain. My doctor said it doesn't help that I'm carrying around a 75 lb backpack lol
Anyone else here start out at a relatively "low" weight ? Did it affect how fast you lost the weight ? any problems with loose skin etc ?
Take care

I will also be there that day, I'm really excited and can't wait! I'm a little nervous but I think that is to be expected.

Yup! i have been obsessed with these discussion forums...excited...june 6 cannot come fast enough....i think i'm trying to overly prepare and i need to go sit down some where and relax....trying to get together with each of my close friends for one last hoorah!!!! before the eating and drinking come to a halt....i'm excited about the change to come...i'm excited to discover the new me... getting out and living my life instead of being embarrassed to be seen.... i have full faith in god and i pray he will keep his hands around me and guide me during this whole process...

Mine is June 6th in Mexico!

Mine is June 6th in Mexico!

I will be there too! I'm pretty excited!
Are you flying to San Diego? Have you booked your flights yet?

I am Canadian going to Mexico for the Gastric Sleeve. I'm pretty excited and also interested to hear from some others (Canadian or not) that are going to Mexico for surgery.

I am Canadian going to Mexico for the Gastric Sleeve. I'm pretty excited and also interested to hear from some others (Canadian or not) that are going to Mexico for surgery.