I am now 1 month Post-VSG and I couldn't be better...

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Hello All!!!

I can't seem to get this gigantic smile off of my face! !! I would have posted this yesterday as Oct 17th was my 1 month Surgiversary but my internet and cable went down and I couldn't access anything. I definitely haven't been as on my A-Game with posting as I thought I was going to be. I realize this was the best decision I've ever made (Thank goodness for all you Vets or I might have bailed from anxiety alone). I am glad that I decided to make the video log of my experience and I wish I would have thought to video record the hospital and some of the staff that were amazing!!! I still can't believe how amazing the care they give is. I recently went to see my family doctor and he couldn't believe how small the incisions were and how awesome they had healed. He took a look at the X-ray of my new stomach and was amazed! I already feel soo much better about myself.

I have had a really good experience thus far in regards to recovery. I didn't have any major/minor complications at all... I had a tiny annoyance which was that my drain hole was slow closing, but now that its closed up it looks great. I haven't eaten anything that I can't tolerate yet *Knock on wood* I tried eggs for the first time today and so far so good. I have found the Premier Protein from Costco to be a life saver and It helps me ensure that I get all my protein in. I wish I could try the other flavors as chocolate is getting slightly boring . I have found that blending ice with my Water/juice helps it to go down much better. I can't seem to get room temp water down. I also found that Nestea Zero is AMAZING!!! I feel like I have more energy most days but some days I find I am pretty tired. I am hoping that once I get back to the gym I will start to notice an increase in my energy levels. I plan to take it easy for the first little bit.. Does anyone know when you can start lifting light weights(3-5lbs) I need to start conditioning my arms again lol... I did notice late in the second week that my hair started to thin out. I was losing it in my brush, bed, and the shower... I had a lot to start with so its not such a big deal as long as it stops falling out soon... I don't want to be a bald bride haha I still don't get any hunger sensation and I often have to remind myself to eat or drink. Yesterday I didn't have alot to eat and my stomach made sure I knew it...It was LOUD all night long. I have been super diligent with the Nexium... I missed it one day and by midafternoon I was horribly nauseated... Worst feeling ever.. I haven't had the sensation to actually throw up at all.. Thank goodness because the 2nd day in Almater was enough for me...

Now the fun news!!! I started a month ago at 474lbs and as of this am I am down 41 pounds !!!! I never thought this day would come!!! Pre-op I was wearing a 32W and they were tight Yesterday I got into a size 28W without any struggle!!

I miss all the smiling faces I saw in Mexicali!!!

Hugs All....I'll update again soon!!!Cheryl