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I ended up hating the ready to drink ones and love the powdered ones you make yourself. I also prefer making them with Water although in the past 2 days seeing as I am just post op, I have been making them with milk. I think its trial and error and know in the states you can get samples before buying larger amounts. Maybe that's something to think about before spending too much. Good luck in your search and hope you find something you like soon Kate

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I found it difficult getting Water down in the first 3 days so had half and half apple juice/water and drank that ALL day and night I know we are supposed to keep fruit juice down to 4/5 oz a day but whatever works especially in the early days. Try a few different things. Your pouch will accept what it can, then get as much Fluid in as you can and then some more. I hope you feel better soon!! Kate

Would anyone be interested in meeting as a group in the next few months? We could meet centrally for everyone, have a meal (don't forget your doggy bags) and perhaps stay over in a cheapie hotel? I would be happy to arrange it, if we had enough interest. Kate

Very good article, thanks for sharing Kate

Hello Bill, welcome to the forums. You have started well by joining here. There is so much information here from people who have gone through it but I would also suggest reading as many books, websites and literature as you can. I'm sure certain things will be different depending where you are reading but it will give you a basis of what to expect and how to prepare. I think preparation is so important to good recovery and starting with changing little things now will really impact when the time comes. Best wishes and hope to see you around a lot! Kate

@Rebeccaabrooks86 - was just about to mention you and your clothes for sale Happy shopping/selling! Kate

Welcome and nice to meet you Reason to Believe. You have found great place to learn, make friends and contribute. I wish you the very best on your wonderful journey to a healthier life!! Hugs Kate

How was London? I hope you managed to get the sun rather than the torrential rain we have had recently As for the gain, you are right back on track and you will get there!! Hugs Kate

Carin, I really respect your answer to the comments left here. If I had a good amount of spare money to spend on clothes, shoes, handbags and accessories I'd do it!! After being married to the meanest man for 25 years (I used to have to hide money for holidays so the kids could have ice cream) I am now married to a man who encourages me to spend and I'm not ashamed of that fact. We both work hard, the 3 older kids are independent and the last one is 17 now and off to university next year so now its MY time to spend on me. In some area's of our lives we live very cheaply. However, I might treat myself to a few pieces of timeless classics which will work well in he long term. Kate

Will be thinking about you @@The Candidate and send good positive vibes to you. 60oz of fluids a day, mainly Water but have added some syntax nector to get some Protein in too. I am very lucky getting the fluids in but it does hurt after a while so I have had to learn to pace myself. Sip Sip Sip .... lol Hugs for tomrorow. xxxx

Happy Sleve Birthday Lou. You are so inspiring and you look fantastic Kate

@@The Candidate What time is your hosp appoitment today? Exciting times!!! Kate

doubledinfla I am sure you are but this is also an amazing privilege we have to turn our lives around and for you its tomorrow !! I hope everything goes well and please come back when you can and let us know how you are. You go girl Kate

I am 5 days post op and getting plenty of fluids and Protein down so I feel very lucky. I know it's very difficult for many people. It's hard work though remembering to constantly sip sip sip when you are at home and doing other stuff. Hubby made home made tomato soup for me and its delicious and doesn't have any milk in it. I have seen it on many 'allowed' liquid stage food lists. Hes making a batch of chicken soup tonight. Yum Hope it gets easier for those struggling! Hugs Kate

You really do inspire me, you have faced adversity, still are and yet you are still so positive. I wish you all the health and happiness you deserve and I hope you feel better and start enjoying your meals soon!! Keep Smiling :-D Hugs Kate

Congratulations @kxylxmxrie. My arms are black and blue from the IV sites which kept getting blocked so my sincere sympathy. I must admit it was great getting them out so if you can have meds orally then it might be that they take it out soon. You are doing really well getting the walking in. Speedy recovery!! ~ Gentle Hugs ~ Kate

Keep moving, waking, sipping, walking, moving, sipping, walking and eventually it will come out one way or the other. I found after sips of Water, I would either burp or pass wind but only if I was sipping in between walking without sitting down. It's a case of finding out what works for you, so try everything. I am at day 5 and at home but still bloated. In the big scheme of things it's not here for long. Hugs and Congratulations!! Kate

With the Bariatric Group £9995.00. Lifetime support afterwards. They have been fantastic. Kate

Congratulations to all of us 'Julyer's' who have had the surgery and starting our journey to better health. Also congratulations to those who are about to embark on surgery and speedy recovery! I am now 5 days out and feeling good. Only thing is I am very tired and sleep a lot, so apologies if I have missed someones surgery recently. I am sure I will be more 'with it' in a few days and will make p for it then! lol Gentle Hugs Kate

@@AYRW71 @@sallydswanson @@my_new_lifetime Today is YOUR day!! Congratulations :-D Kate

Congratulations to all of us 'Julyer's' who have had the surgery and starting our journey to better health. Also congratulations to those who are about to embark on surgery and speedy recovery! I am now 5 days out and feeling good. Only thing is I am very tired and sleep a lot, so apologies if I have missed someones surgery recently. I am sure I will be more 'with it' in a few days and will make up for it then! lol Gentle Hugs Kate

Congratulations to all of us 'Julyer's' who have had the surgery and starting our journey to better health. Also congratulations to those who are about to embark on surgery and speedy recovery! I am now 5 days out and feeling good. Only thing is I am very tired and sleep a lot, so apologies if I have missed someones surgery recently. I am sure I will be more 'with it' in a few days and will make p for it then! lol Gentle Hugs Kate

Congratulations to all of us 'Julyer's' who have had the surgery and starting our journey to better health. Also congratulations to those who are about to embark on surgery and speedy recovery! I am now 5 days out and feeling good. Only thing is I am very tired and sleep a lot, so apologies if I have missed someones surgery recently. I am sure I will be more 'with it' in a few days and will make up for it then! lol Gentle Hugs Kate

Best wishes for the surgery and speedy recovery. Just look towards the longer picture and remember to take each day as it comes. I am sure you will be fine, its natural to have nerves, we all do!! Hugs Kate