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Hi, I'm 4 weeks out now and this is my progression diet. . .
Breakfast
8 oz fat free mootopia milk (or soy fat free)
1 scoop vanilla BA Protein powder
lunch
1/4 c. tuna with mustard or FatFree mayo
1 stick string cheese
or
1/4 c. cooked ground turkey
1/4 c. refried Beans
dinner
1/4 c. cottage cheese
4 oz sugar free Jello
or
1/2 c. extra lean hamburger meat
snack
4 oz yogurt
1/2 scoop BA vanilla Protein Powder (mixed together)
I have fat free cottage cheese, string cheese, ricotta cheeses, yogurt Dannon Fit N Light, tuna in Water, extra lean hamburger meat, extra lean ground turkey, sugar free Jello, sugar free pudding, popsicles, eggs, soft sugar free fruits, mushy Beans and lentils, broth, creamy Soups and lots of Vitamins and supplements. I only have 1/2 c only of any 1 food. . or mix and match 1/4 c + 1/4 c = 1/2 cup. . . . does this make sense?
I am on this for about 5 months and then progress to a regular diet. . hope this helps

I just posted my 3 weeks post-op video for those interested. You can find it here
or by typing "Rachel's Life After Gastric Sleeve Surgery 3 Weeks Out" in the YouTube search bar. Hope everyone is well.

Has anyone else had a PULLED ABDOMINAL MUSCLE? The nurse thinks that's what it is; on the left side but down further than my stomach. My guess is that I started sitting up out of bed too soon, really could have been anything. I also had a few hard sneezes while sitting down. Going to lay low this weekend due to lots of pain; the exception is going to the store. After 2 weeks of Clear Liquids I've been advanced to full liquids, finally going to get some real nutrition!
Wishing you all well,
Rachel

Hello everyone! I'm 10 days post-op and added another video on youtube today about how my recovery is going. You can find it here
or just type "Rachel's Life After Gastric Sleeve Surgery 10 Days Out". It's a better way for me to check in with you all. Hope your day is going well. Each and every one of you have my respect; changing you life takes a lot of courage.

Hello everyone! I'm 3 days post-op, got home from the hospital yesterday. In lots of pain but I expected it. I made a YouTube channel to document my journey. You can find it here
. I'm pretty out of it but happy to have the surgery behind me. Hope all is well with you all!

Just popped in to wish everyone a surgery with no complications and a future as bright as the sun.

Just popped in to wish everyone a surgery with no complications and a future as bright as the sun.

Just popped in to wish everyone a surgery with no complications and a future as bright as the sun.

Checking in:) Surgery in 9 days! The closer it gets the more I think about it. I have everything I need so I'm set. Sometimes I cry happy tears and fearful tears; it's all good. I'm secure in the knowledge that I've made the right decision for myself. Pre-surgery appointment on Thursday:)
How is everyone else doing?

I am about to eat my computer! I can have 6 "supplements" a day (protein bars, Protein chips, soup) and nothing else....but I'm so hungry! Somebody talk to me so I won't eat everything in sight! I'm disappointed in myself; it's only the first day and I have to do this for 2 weeks!

It's a hot one in Northern California today, thankfully it's never muggy hot. I did a bunch of laundry today, when folding I realized just how big my shirts are! Looking forward to different clothes, need a style update anyhow.
My Dr said no more carbonated beverages, they are really hard on the stomach. I did read that flat clear sodas are o.k. after surgery. My pre op diet consists of regular healthy food but is restricted to 1,000 calories. I will know more specifics on Wednesday when I see the nurse and the Dr.
I'm scared, nervous, excited but above all grateful. I feel fortunate to be able to get the sleeve done. I have no idea what the future holds, I've been fat my entire adult life. There will be so many things I will be able to do, this thought keeps me going through the tuff times.
Take care,
Rachel

I start my pre-op diet on the 11th, same as you. I'm already used to eating 1,300 calories but my pre-op diet is limited to 1,000 calories. Also, they don't want me to eat any grains starting on the 11th. I've been cleaning my apartment with the anxious energy. Can't believe it's only a couple weeks away!

It's a hot one in Northern California today, thankfully it's never muggy hot. I did a bunch of laundry today, when folding I realized just how big my shirts are! Looking forward to different clothes, need a style update anyhow.
My Dr said no more carbonated beverages, they are really hard on the stomach. I did read that flat clear sodas are o.k. after surgery. My pre op diet consists of regular healthy food but is restricted to 1,000 calories. I will know more specifics on Wednesday when I see the nurse and the Dr.
I'm scared, nervous, excited but above all grateful. I feel fortunate to be able to get the sleeve done. I have no idea what the future holds, I've been fat my entire adult life. There will be so many things I will be able to do, this thought keeps me going through the tuff times.
Take care,
Rachel

June 25th , 11:00 am, Sutter Hospital, Santa Rosa, California. Surgeon Dr. Woodbury who founded healthy Steps Bariatric and Metabolic Center in Santa Rosa. I've been getting everything together for the surgery, can't believe the big day will be here soon. Would be great to stay connected with my June 25th sleevers. Best wishes to all!

My surgery is June 18th!!!! So ready for this, so ready for change. I have watch almost all the YouTube video's now I'm ready to make it happen!!!

I'm 21 days away from surgery but you would think it was tomorrow! Lots of racing thoughts, trying to make sure I have everything. Already imagining the hospital gown and how I need a robe to cover my behind, lol.

Monday, June 25th, 11:00 am, Sutter Hospital, Santa Rosa, California, USA WooHoo!

I only waited a week. Just take it slow and no swinging from the rafters:-)