ajayb19

Maybe start with Greek yogurt or pudding. That seems to go down really easy for me.
I am only on puréed less than a week and it seems that every time I start something new ( refried Beans, ricotta cheese, eggs) it was so heavy. Tried again in a few days and fine

The same thing happened to me when I ate some soft flaky fish. I ended throwing up and feeling went away. You just have to be careful with what you try. I was able to eat some meatloaf that was smothered in gravy and smooshed into a paste, but there was still some heaviness in my chest. Just take small bites. Good luck to you.

Slow down and take smaller bites. Even smaller than you think you need to. The tightness will go away, sooner rather than later.

I had surgery Monday and had severe nausea since. Today I feel I might get threw this. Not what I expected. But nothing ever is. I hope you feel better soon. Lucky you only one hole. I have six. But I had alot of scar tissue removed from old gall bladder surgery.

STITCHES?? I had 5 little incisions and NO pain what so ever!! I must have been very blessed. I also had the liquid pain meds but never had to use them (THANK GOD!!). Sorry you are in so much pain. I hope it's over soon!

I had 5 incisions and the pain was pretty bad for a week then it got better fairly quickly. Hang in there ,, you can do it. Just a few more days and it won't be as bad and you're eating progresses. Lots of good stuff for your future,, you an do it.

I had 5 incisions also but no very little pain. In the hospital I was on iv pain meds. At home, they prescribed liquid pain med. Be careful with that stuff, it can cause SEVERE Constipation. Just remember, "this too shall pass." Good luck to you.

I didn't have a lot of pain. The tablets took care of it for me. I hope this passes soon for you! (I had 5 incisions but they had to check my liver too)

Sorry to hear you're having a tough time. I went through it too. I started hiccuping the day after surgery and stretched my staples. I was hurting for 5 days and then the pain started fading. I didn't take any meds, the liquid pain killer made me want to retch. :-P

I agree I bet he would want you to have the surgery and be healthy and happy, he would not want you to postpone your surgery for him. Look at the bright side in a couple of days you will be walking into his room visiting him .

What would he want you to do? I bet have the surgery...

I have been mixed with anxiety and excitement since my 1st visit with the surgeon. I understand where you are coming from. I had the same thoughts about the whole cutting part of your stomach out and the long term and effects.
I originally planned on having the Lapband done, mostly because you don't have that drastic measure of changing your body's anatomy. But after thorough research and testimony from ppl who have had either surgery done (Which I know you went through as well) I decided that this was the best option. I too have tried everything under the sun to lose weight on my own to no avail.
If you were able to get through the 2wk liquid diet then I have no doubt that you will make it through the rest of your life with out a hitch. Just know it's mind over matter. I have a tiny tattoo on my wrist of my highest weight. A small simple reminder of where I am right now and where I never want to be again.
Whenever you feel like you won't make it through, just remember the way you felt at your highest weight and keep pushing through!
Best of Luck, can't wait to see how well you do!

To be honest, not to good, but my nutritionist provided me mixing examples with the different flavors. The best was the chocolate flavor mixed with fat free milk, banana and ice. Next was the chocolate flavor mixed with fat free milk, Peanut Butter and ice.I lived off those two for the majority of my two weeks.

Sorry I didn't see the pre op before I posted my last pic

This was mine

I talked to the NUT yesterday and asked her about the pre-op diet and she said I will have to do a liquid diet for 7 to 10 days. So how do I get the 7 days and not the 10 days? lol.

on my pre-op diet I was drinking Barratric advantage Meal Replacement shakes. I lost 30 plus pounds in 2 weeks.

My doc has a 1-day pre-op liquid diet only. I did it on Sunday. I give major props to those who do it for 2 full weeks because it was such a rough day! It was just so boring, and it really made me realize how often I turn to food out of boredom.

Ajayb I was allowed fat free yogurt, diet soda, 1 cup of raw veggies a day, all the broth I wanted, Water, Protein Shakes, 1 cup of canned fruit, and SF pudding or Jello.< /p>

All I was allowed on mine was SF Popsicles, SF Jello, broth, Decaf tea or coffee, Water flavorings, and water on top of 5 Protein Shakes a day.

Starting my 2wk pre-op liquid diet next Monday and wondering what other ppl are eating(drinking) during this period. Any thoughts?

I'm super excited to be joining everybody here. I started this journey on July 19th and my surgery to get sleeved will be on October 16th. So just under 3 months and that's with meeting all the requirements for my insurance which is Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield. Tomorrow morning I am starting on low carb low fat and then on October 1st I have to start with replacing two of my meals with the liquid Protein. I'm excited to travel this journey with everybody here and hopefully be a support group to one another. My surgeon is Dr Jawad in Orlando.
I should add that my current weight is between 285-290 and I'm hoping to get that to 270-275 by surgery date.

I have been using a Protein shake for the past 5 months that I love. It's MGN Pure Isolate. 110 calories, 25g Protein, 1g carbohydrates, 0 sugar, also contains vitamins: A, C, D, Calcium, magnesium and potassium. It is a high quality whey protein isolate. The only problem is you have to buy it online and it's not as convenient as other Protein shakes. They have lots of flavors and my favorite is ice cream sandwich. It even has little chocolate cookie pieces. Aspartame free, low lactose, gluten free and mixes easily.
I buy mine from muscleandstrength.com

Oct. 7th for me! Now that I have a date I feel like I am rushing to put all my affairs in order. So excited and nervous at the same time!