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Drains are a pain in the butt!! I had a mastectomy 2 years ago and had 2 drains. They were honestly the WORST part of the whole process. The little suture that was wrapped around the tube, then sewn into the skin...OMG. It was soooo irritating. Once those bad boys came out I felt like a new woman!! Hang in there, you're one day closer to having that torture device removed

Today I went to The Vitamin Shoppe to look for some samples of protein shakes and they recommended Isopure premixed protein waters. 40grams of protein and 0 carbs/sugars. I bought 4 different flavors to try. I will let you guys know how they taste. I'm super excited about not having to mix anything

Ppl meet their deductibles by that time. End of year is always busier for surgeries... Not sure why the price would go up tho??

Ppl meet their deductibles by that time. End of year is always busier for surgeries... Not sure why the price would go up tho??

I'm just ready to DO THIS!!!

I'm scheduled for 11/11. My pre OP testing (labs, EKG, chest X-ray and barium swallow) are on 10/31. Also have a 4 hour class on my pre OP liver reduction diet and post OP diet stages the same day. I'm thinking of going thru my clothes, doing a deep cleaning of my house and purging a bunch of stuff in general. Now seems like a good time to de-clutter!

Good luck today ladies! Check in when you're able <3

Good luck today ladies! Check in when you're able <3

Yes I'm using the bars now. I agree they will be impossible in the beginning. Good for later tho

I was looking online last night at the different brands and flavors. I think I'm going to get a few flavors of the Isopure and Nectar (samples) to try before I invest in a tub. Lol I have found these delish protein bars that have between 18-21 gr of protein and only 3 gr sugar. They are made by Pure Protein. They are 10 for $10 at Kroger's grocery store right now if anyone has that grocery in your city.

You're very welcome!! Let me know how they work. I'm so scared of drinking too much too fast. That just sounds- painful!!

Several ppl have recommended a sippy cup to help from not drinking too much too fast. Sounds crazy but they swear by it in the beginning stages!

I'm not in Chicago- but I am in Indianapolis! Not too far my surgery is set for 11/11

Sippy cup!

I've been working on those changes during my 6 month meetings: not drinking while eating, proteins first, reading labels, totally cut out pop (even diet) and trying to get all the water in. Those sugar free additives are a lifesaver!! Next is giving up the straw...ugh. At first I was bummed that my insurance required the 6 months but looking back, I'm glad I had it- this is definitely a lifestyle change for sure!!