BigGirlPanties

Wow! how irresponsible... you should call the drs office and have the on-call dr call you back...that is unacceptable!!!! Worse case scenario, I'd go in at the scheduled time tomorrow and hope all is well... can you call your insurance company??? Good luck to you, let us know!

yes, gasiness can be resolved with walking for most of us if you are feeling nauseous however, you need to contact your doctor...you shouldn't feel that way all the time. liquids will help, make sure you are getting enough.... Good luck to you both

I am so sorry you guys are having so much trouble getting thru this... I don't remember having that kind of trouble...or it's like having a baby-I don't remember the "pain" anymore... but seriously I seemed to do fine with the Protein shakes and was even reluctant to go off them... We are here for you all tho... talk to us! VENT...let it out...whatever helps get you thru (if you want to scream...S C R E A M)

If you are looking for protein shakes, try InsureNutrition.com to see if you qualify for FREE (insurance covered) shakes, scar cream and vitamins... for protein bars, I like to mix up power crunch and quest I am going to get some unflavored protein as a friend of mine throws that into EVERYTHING she eats to help up her intake

I can be difficult...my question is are you getting enough Protein? That may be the reason you feel like that. Try something hot... decaf tea, broth... it takes longer to sip it and may help you get thru a rough patch...

I think instead of baby utensils, I'm going to try plastic...have you ever tried cutting protein with a plastic knife? Takes F O R E V E R!!!

they all look fine here....

I did it...the education is different that in the US, so I wasn't sure about that... but it was interesting... as stated... it made me "think" about things again

Aren't the recipes pretty much the same for all procedures, or am I missing something there? @@Alex Brecher, I thought the Protein, less carbs plan was for everyone... just curious what would be different

That's what I'm thinking you mean too... it's InsureNutrition.com... only a few minutes to fill out and you may qualify for free (insurance covered) protein shakes, scar cream and vitamins... good luck

Love Power Crunch Vanilla and also the chocolate mint (think Thin Mints) they are more "light" than Quest... but a nice change of taste... but the quest bars are more filling for me for a "grab and go" meal... go someplace where you can buy bars in different flavors before you buy a box full... you have to find what works for you

Thanks for the info.... I will save it... are the vitamins a gummy chewable or more like a powdery pill? Thanks again

I agree! I like this forum for support and basic understanding and commiserate or Celebrate I call it the "FB of WLS"... while we can get some good information and feel supported here, we do have to be aware of what our doctors tell us to do is what we should do (as stated above)... some doctors want 2 week pre/post op diet, some want a few days, and some not at all... right there is shows the inconsistancies that can happen.... "do as you're told. not as I (we) say"

I struggle with the same thing... I think I'm slowing down...and try to chew slower and then I don't concentrate and eat faster... I loaded that app, need to USE it now!

We loved John Pinette too! My husband was hoping to see him next time he comes to town ... so sad...and he had lost some weight...don't know if he gained it back or not... Makes me think of Gabriel Ingleses (aka "Fluffy")... I hope he does something soon... ... so sad...

That list is great, @@Miss Mac...but I think "premature death" would be a game changer all the way around! LOL

Yes, when you barely have touched the food the waiters always ask if everything was all right (if they are good waiters anyway)... just relax and enjoy who you are!

Sounds like you are PUMPED for this...congrats...you know, I thought I'd miss all that crap too...but I don't! Truly don't! Especially my diet coke...I was a coke-aholic... an easy 2 liters a day...don't drink coffee... but I have my unsweet decaf tea and it's all good... syrups add some nice flavor for a change... My favorite snack-raw almonds!!! It's amazing what you can do when you try... cauliflower pizza, spaghetti squash is a favorite, etc.... congrats!

Good luck...you will probably experience a myriad of emotions...for me, I was SO ready, I couldn't sleep for the excitement of doing this for ME... let us know how it goes... congrats!

My sister had a gastric bypass done about ten years ago...and a few people here in my office had the sleeve just before me (that's how I knew it was covered)... I have been somewhat open about it... if I know you, I'll tell you...for strangers that know me from "sight" I keep it kind of general, like you did. I know what you are saying about being ashamed that you had to have surgery for this... I get it...as do most of us... But in my seminars, they talked about how it's genetic, etc., and that took off some of the stigma... also people are more informed about the surgeries than they were years ago... and anyone who thinks it's the "easy way out" needs to spend time in our shoes... as far as telling people the truth that you told a "half-truth" to before... if they are your friends, they will understand that you felt awkward...or whatever term you want to use... about telling people... in the end, it's all up to you.... but you've got this...congrats

I was going to suggest syrups too... wal-mart carries a few flavors of Torani, found the best selection at World Market (if you have one near you)... Bed, Bath and Beyond carries Skinny Girl syrups...picked up a pomagranate on my last visit...will be trying soon! also this website has recipes available to "mix it up" Good luck

As long as you have some type of protein you should be fine, eventually...but yes, vegetables bothered me in the beginning as well... especially broccoli and any form of lettuce

Yeah I found out that my surgeon did it while I was still on the table, so if there was a leak, he could fix it right then and there... it sounds like all is good

Yep, be prepared! I always carry a Quest bar for a quick meal/snack if I need it, or raw almonds. Almost all restaurants have a baked chicken option these days, so you should be able to find something you can eat at all times... but if you are concerned, PACK your meal... It will work itself out...

Yes a break with a walk, or a hot cup of tea to relax you... try to get your mind busy and move on... good luck